TESLA REMOVES AUTOPILOT | THIS IS A BOLD MOVE

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This video covers several significant Tesla updates, including a surprising removal of basic Autopilot from new and pre-owned inventory vehicles, a move seen as pushing customers towards Full Self-Driving. The reviewer highlights the frustration this causes, especially on higher-priced trims. Delivery delays for the Model Y Performance are also discussed, attributed to a safety component issue, which, while concerning, is framed positively as a commitment to quality control. The report details Tesla's new financing deals, notably a 0% APR for up to 72 months on standard Model Ys, making it a more attractive option. Additionally, the video touches on the Model Y L's popularity in China and the broader EV market, as well as software changes for the Model S/X and executive departures at Apple. The emergence of Rimac's steer- and pedal-less robo taxi, the Vern, is presented as a direct competitor to Tesla's own robo taxi ambitions, with Rimac aiming for a 2026 launch.