According to Sawyer Merritt, Tesla has introduced a new prompt in its Robotaxi app requesting user consent for enhanced in-cabin data sharing. This opt-in feature specifically targets two critical areas: improving the vehicle's autonomous driving capabilities and supporting customer service features. Tesla clarified that analytics are anonymous and in-cabin data is only linked to users in the event of a safety incident or support request (source: x.com/Tesla_App_iOS/status/1993160819715027322). This move reflects Tesla's continued focus on using real-world data to refine its AI algorithms for autonomous vehicles, opening new opportunities for AI-driven mobility solutions and data-driven vehicle safety enhancements.

According to Sawyer Merritt, Elon Musk announced that Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) Version 14.3 will integrate advanced reasoning capabilities, enabling the vehicle to autonomously drop passengers at a store entrance and then find and park in a suitable spot using AI-powered decision-making (Source: Sawyer Merritt on Twitter). This update highlights a significant step toward more practical self-driving features and showcases Tesla's ongoing investment in applied AI for real-world scenarios. The introduction of reasoning functions in FSD V14.3 could accelerate business opportunities in autonomous vehicle technology, smart mobility solutions, and retail partnerships, as it addresses a key user pain point and demonstrates the growing maturity of AI in the automotive sector.