TESLA BRINGING RADAR BACK / VW'S CATASTROPHE / TESLA CEO CHATTER

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The video discusses the potential return of radar to Tesla vehicles, a significant shift from their recent 'Vision only' approach. The host details Tesla's FCC filing for a new automotive radar, suggesting it could be a high-definition unit aimed at improving Full Self-Driving capabilities, especially in adverse weather conditions and to combat phantom braking. The analysis delves into Tesla's historical stance on radar, highlighting Elon Musk's evolving views and the trade-offs between sensor cost, complexity, and data utility. The reviewer also touches upon Tesla's stock performance, China incentives, and the holiday software update. A significant portion is dedicated to Volkswagen's struggles with production and supply chain issues, described as a 'catastrophe,' contrasting it with Tesla's operational efficiency. The piece concludes by questioning Apple's self-driving car timeline and a controversial report about Tesla China's leadership, urging caution due to the source's history of misinformation.