I GOT TESLA'S FSD BETA | HONEST FIRST DRIVE IMPRESSIONS

EV Channels Review

The reviewer provides a candid first-person account of their initial experience with Tesla's FSD Beta 10.12.2 in a 2020 Model Y Performance. While acknowledging the raw production quality, the video effectively captures the learning curve and nuances of the system. The reviewer was generally impressed with the FSD Beta's ability to navigate from a parking lot to a car wash without safety concerns or disengagements after the initial parking lot exit. Key observations include the system's aggressive lane changes, particularly during turns, and its tendency to make last-minute maneuvers, likened to an "impatient taxi driver." While these actions were not deemed unsafe, they were noted as uncomfortable and not how the reviewer would personally drive. The on-freeway performance was described as similar to regular Autopilot, but with slightly different visualization. A significant error was noted when the system misinterpreted a road separation on an overpass as a stop line. Despite some aggressive and occasionally awkward maneuvers, the reviewer concludes that the FSD Beta is progressing well and is more impressive than anticipated, highlighting significant visualization improvements.