FIRST ROAD TRIP IN MY NEW TESLA MODEL 3! FSD TAKING US TO KANSAS CITY

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This video documents the first road trip in a new Tesla Model 3 Highland, focusing heavily on the capabilities and limitations of FSD (Full Self-Driving) in real-world conditions, particularly during winter travel. The reviewer highlights the significant improvements in FSD with the latest software stack (v13), noting smoother navigation, better braking, and fewer interventions required compared to previous versions. Despite impressive performance, FSD still exhibits challenges, including occasional misinterpretation of lane markings, hesitation in traffic, and notably, inconsistent success with autonomous parking at Superchargers, often requiring manual intervention or parking in incorrect spots. The vehicle itself, a rear-wheel-drive 2025 Long Range Model 3, is praised for its quietness, comfort, and surprisingly good efficiency (averaging 3.7 miles/kWh despite cold weather and aftermarket wheels), outperforming expectations and even some more premium EVs. Key takeaways include the car's suitability for winter road trips with snow tires and the ongoing, albeit not perfect, advancement of FSD technology.