Tesla owners, I have a question

[villagetinker]

OK, you are driving 55 to 60 MPH on 44 and someone pulls out in front of you, and your car has ONE PEDAL operation, how do you slam on the brakes to avoid the crash? Follow-up question, since the car has one pedal operation does it have hydraulic brakes, I am sure regenerative braking cannot lock the wheels. I can more or less understand one pedal operation for normal driving, but i fail to see how this operates in an emergency situation.

[fdpaq0580]

OK, you are driving 55 to 60 MPH on 44 and someone pulls out in front of you, and your car has ONE PEDAL operation, how do you slam on the brakes to avoid the crash? Follow-up question, since the car has one pedal operation does it have hydraulic brakes, I am sure regenerative braking cannot lock the wheels. I can more or less understand one pedal operation for normal driving, but i fail to see how this operates in an emergency situation.

ONE PEDAL? Crap! I want to hear/read the answers.

[CarlR33]

What model Tesla? I don’t own one but follow their online forums and know you normally do not have to hit the brake pedal like when approaching a stop light because once you let off the accelerator pedal (regenerative braking) it has regenerative braking to stop you. Looking online, the model 3 has two pedals, accelerator (regenerative braking they call it) and brake pedal so your question intrigues me. Also looking on their site it says in emergency braking to hit the brake pedal? Saying this I am wondering what your driving that has one pedal?
Edit, looking online it’s called “one pedal driving” even though it does have a brake pedal.

[gorillarick]

Yes, it has a brake pedal. Even has ABS braking as required on all US cars.

Kindof a game to not use the brake pedal, but some users don't want to think when they drive.
(I'm sure with some it becomes intuitive - but could cause issues when driving an ICE rental or such.)
And, regen is user adjustable - again even some Tesla people prefer a usual/normal drive.

[biker1]

They have a brake pedal and hydraulic brakes. Stomping on the brake pedal, however, will not lock the wheels as they have ABS. The regenerative braking is adjustable. In the most aggressive setting, you can easily drive for a substantial distance without touching the brake pedal.

OK, you are driving 55 to 60 MPH on 44 and someone pulls out in front of you, and your car has ONE PEDAL operation, how do you slam on the brakes to avoid the crash? Follow-up question, since the car has one pedal operation does it have hydraulic brakes, I am sure regenerative braking cannot lock the wheels. I can more or less understand one pedal operation for normal driving, but i fail to see how this operates in an emergency situation.

[Tvflguy]

We have a newer Tesla Model 3. It is fantastic, our first EV.
The top Two features that we LOVE about it is:
- one pedal driving. Around town you very seldom need to use the brake pedal, raise the accelerator and the regen braking slows the car, even to a stop and actuates brake lights warning cars in back that you’re slowing down. And if it’s timed right you may may not need to brake even coming to a stop at a sign or light. It’s wonderful, relaxing, safe, and recharged for free. Brakes will last a lifetime. Must drive to appreciate. Of course the actual brake pedal is like any other vehicle.
- Over the air updates. Over WiFi typically in the middle of the night in your garage. Provides updated features, some major some minor. Some are fixes… as some feel are recalls. But seamless. So even if you have a 5 year old Tesla, updates are free to all. Almost like getting a new car all the time.

We love the Tesla so much that we bought a great lithium golf cart. All EV family. Charge right in the garage and have a full tank everytime.

[twoplanekid]

We have a newer Tesla Model 3. It is fantastic, our first EV.
The top Two features that we LOVE about it is:
- one pedal driving. Around town you very seldom need to use the brake pedal, raise the accelerator and the regen braking slows the car, even to a stop and actuates brake lights warning cars in back that you’re slowing down. And if it’s timed right you may may not need to brake even coming to a stop at a sign or light. It’s wonderful, relaxing, safe, and recharged for free. Brakes will last a lifetime. Must drive to appreciate. Of course the actual brake pedal is like any other vehicle.
- Over the air updates. Over WiFi typically in the middle of the night in your garage. Provides updated features, some major some minor. Some are fixes… as some feel are recalls. But seamless. So even if you have a 5 year old Tesla, updates are free to all. Almost like getting a new car all the time.

We love the Tesla so much that we bought a great lithium golf cart. All EV family. Charge right in the garage and have a full tank everytime.

I purchase a new Tesla 2024 Model 3 in October of last year for $34,000 to test out the supervised FSD. I now drive about 80% of the time using FSD. FSD will brake for me when needed. It takes a little bit of time to get use to the regen brake to then very, very seldom need to use the brake pedal to stop when not using FSD. With every software update, the FSD gets better and new features are added. Using supervised FSD, it's like two sets of eyes watching the road. If you get a chance, ride in a Tesla being driven under FSD.

[bmcgowan13]

OK, you are driving 55 to 60 MPH on 44 and someone pulls out in front of you, and your car has ONE PEDAL operation, how do you slam on the brakes to avoid the crash? Follow-up question, since the car has one pedal operation does it have hydraulic brakes, I am sure regenerative braking cannot lock the wheels. I can more or less understand one pedal operation for normal driving, but i fail to see how this operates in an emergency situation.

Good question. I have owned 2 Teslas. M3 (2018) and MYP (2023). They all HAVE two pedals--but you normally only use one-pedal (the "gas" pedal) for routine driving. The regenerative braking slows the vehicle (sometimes pretty dramatically) when you let off of the "gas". It is a balancing act with your right foot only--and it takes some time to get used to it. There's no real "coasting" in the EV. When you back off the 'gas" then the regenerative braking immediately starts to slow the vehicle as if you are applying the brakes. Rarely do I use the regular brakes.

There is a hydraulic rectangular brake pedal that uses the "regular" brakes. I might use the "real" brake once or twice a day during under normal driving. It is not uncommon for me to drive a week and never need to use the hydraulic brake.

The vehicle WILL start to auto-brake if someone cuts out in front of you. If someone going the opposite direction is making a left turn in front of you and they cut it close the car WILL automatically (and possibly harshly) slow to avoid collision. In that case both the regenerative braking and the hydraulics slow you down.

So little brake use means cleaner wheels :-) Owned the M3 for over 5 years and never had the brakes serviced.

[jbartle1]

Saves tires, which incidentally does not have spare tires

[Kelevision]

Sales and Market Share:
Tesla sales have been declining worldwide…..
In the US, Tesla vehicle registrations in the US dipped to 43,411 in January, an 11% dip compared to a year ago.
In Europe, Tesla vehicle registrations in the European Union and several other European countries dropped by about 45% between January 2024 and 2025.
Tesla's Share of US Electric Car Market Falls Below 50%
Tesla's market capitalization has declined by nearly $700 billion

I wouldn’t buy a Tesla if you ever plan on selling it.

[HoosierPa]

OK, you are driving 55 to 60 MPH on 44 and someone pulls out in front of you, and your car has ONE PEDAL operation, how do you slam on the brakes to avoid the crash? Follow-up question, since the car has one pedal operation does it have hydraulic brakes, I am sure regenerative braking cannot lock the wheels. I can more or less understand one pedal operation for normal driving, but i fail to see how this operates in an emergency situation.

My son has two newer Teslas and I have drove them both. They both have two pedals just like any other car. One is a brake pedal, which you rarely need to use.

[Southwest737]

Is this a serious question? Naw. Can’t be.

[Berwin]

Never been in a Tesla but no car I've driven over the last 35 years (at least) could lock the wheels when doing an emergency stop and jamming the brake pedal since they all had ABS.

[cherylncliff]

OK, you are driving 55 to 60 MPH on 44 and someone pulls out in front of you, and your car has ONE PEDAL operation, how do you slam on the brakes to avoid the crash? Follow-up question, since the car has one pedal operation does it have hydraulic brakes, I am sure regenerative braking cannot lock the wheels. I can more or less understand one pedal operation for normal driving, but i fail to see how this operates in an emergency situation.

The Equinox has regenerative braking coupled with hydraulic. Don't know about tesla.

[thevillages2013]

Recharged for free? You must have a roof full of solar panels

[Cuervo]

I own an EV not a Tesla.
The breaks override whatever mode you in.
Equivalent to being on a train, the engine and the engineer are up front, but a passenger can pull the emergency break at any time.

[Fastskiguy]

I would just add that FSD will use the brakes as needed when the car needs to slow down fast. Think coming up to a stoplight and it turns yellow just before you can make it thru the intersection. In (literally) microseconds the car will determine if you're going thru or not and either brake to a stop or continue on.

But, yeah, the car has a brake pedal like any other car. Shoot me a note if you want to drive mine and try it out for yourself :)

Joe

[Paulz]

VT

We bought a Tesla Y in August 2023….waited for a Texas made with new version of hardware (4.0) and 4680 structural battery pack. Tesla has 4 wheel disc brakes that are always active but 1 pedal driving is amazing.

About a year ago my wife was in Inverness on RT 44 going East around 60mph. A woman with 3 kids in the car pulled out in front of her to take a left and stop dead in her lane. Before she could react the car locked the brakes and stopped a few car lengths from T-boning the car. She probably would have avoided the accident, but it would have been much closer.

[gorillarick]

Phantom braking. Friend and neighbor just before I moved here a few years ago; very too often had phantom braking in his Tesla. Hard lock going down 4 lane highways and such. Not fun.

His first Tesla was totaled from a not so bad hit to the right rear (tail-gater of course). Very slight dent in battery pack.
Second Tesla, just this past Christmas holiday phantom braking in the right lane of I-95.
Scary. Pretty hard jab of the brakes three times in about 3 minutes. Says he thinks it is seeing pedestrians. I saw nothing for 10 feet off the road (twilight, but good visibility - no fog).

So two Teslas in six years. Obviously he likes them. I won't ask him about insurance.

side story: When he first got it, we were driving right lane - divided highway. He insisted on showing me how he could adjust something on his big screen.
"David please don't do this now, you can show me later."
Few seconds later - Off the side of the road. Very lucky, it was one of the few side spots with extra space. Mostly ditch or river right next to the highway.

[Rocksnap]

Tesla are as advanced as golf cars. And just like golf cars, they have 2 pedals. And drive like golf cars, electric golf cars anyhow.
Still the 2 pedals. Getting off the gas, er, acceleration pedal will give you some regenerative braking. But the second pedal will also apply the fully functional hydraulic brakes. A good thing since ev cars weigh on average 1000 pounds more than a gas car.
But unlike a golf car, Tesla also has accident avoidance braking. If the cars radar sees an object coming that you will hit, it can emergency brake on its own.

[elevatorman]

They don't always stop. Check out some of these crashes. All Reported Tesla Fires 🔥 | Tesla Fire (https://www.tesla-fire.com)

[cwhitecat]

I would just add that FSD will use the brakes as needed when the car needs to slow down fast. Think coming up to a stoplight and it turns yellow just before you can make it thru the intersection. In (literally) microseconds the car will determine if you're going thru or not and either brake to a stop or continue on.

But, yeah, the car has a brake pedal like any other car. Shoot me a note if you want to drive mine and try it out for yourself :)

Joe
So sounds like you don’t have to do anything just point it in the right direction and take a nap.
Apparently it can tell how far away the stop sign is and can tell if the light is red or green.

[airstreamingypsy]

Is this a serious question? Naw. Can’t be.

Just because you apparently were born knowing all about Tesla's braking system, not all of us were....I am finding this very enlightening.

[bopat]

My Tesla has an accelerator pedal and a brake pedal, but I rarely use the brake pedal. Over 130,000 miles, never replaced the brakes or pads.

[Corney]

We have a newer Tesla Model 3. It is fantastic, our first EV.
The top Two features that we LOVE about it is:
- one pedal driving. Around town you very seldom need to use the brake pedal, raise the accelerator and the regen braking slows the car, even to a stop and actuates brake lights warning cars in back that you’re slowing down. And if it’s timed right you may may not need to brake even coming to a stop at a sign or light. It’s wonderful, relaxing, safe, and recharged for free. Brakes will last a lifetime. Must drive to appreciate. Of course the actual brake pedal is like any other vehicle.
- Over the air updates. Over WiFi typically in the middle of the night in your garage. Provides updated features, some major some minor. Some are fixes… as some feel are recalls. But seamless. So even if you have a 5 year old Tesla, updates are free to all. Almost like getting a new car all the time.

We love the Tesla so much that we bought a great lithium golf cart. All EV family. Charge right in the garage and have a full tank everytime.

We are thinking about getting a lithium golf cart. What golf cart did you go with?

[Whatnext]

Just because you apparently were born knowing all about Tesla's braking system, not all of us were....I am finding this very enlightening.

Well said. One of the more informative non gas v electric threads for a while, and very interesting.

[phylt]

We are thinking about getting a lithium golf cart. What golf cart did you go with?

A Custom Drive - solely sold by Villages Discount Carts - on 466 next to Birdie Golf and up on 441 in Summerfield. Lithium - 90 mile range, power steering, Regen braking, all the bells whistles. Has a screen just like Tesla with all data/info. Has a Frunk like Tesla too. IMO only downside is a bit of choppy ride due to low profile tires. And seats do not adjust. But looks great.

[Ellen Szmyr]

All Teslas have two pedals, a brake and accelerator regenerator

[bilclif]

We drive a Lyriq EV. I love the one pedal drive, particularly with our round abouts. My wife has never tried one pedal driving, she simply pushes a button on the display and drives like she has for the last 50 years. Emergency braking works in either mode, very safe car.

[DNSTC]

Sales and Market Share:
Tesla sales have been declining worldwide…..
In the US, Tesla vehicle registrations in the US dipped to 43,411 in January, an 11% dip compared to a year ago.
In Europe, Tesla vehicle registrations in the European Union and several other European countries dropped by about 45% between January 2024 and 2025.
Tesla's Share of US Electric Car Market Falls Below 50%
Tesla's market capitalization has declined by nearly $700 billion

I wouldn’t buy a Tesla if you ever plan on selling it.

But it does make it a great time to buy a Tesla.

[villagetinker]

All, thank you for the comments and information. I have never been in a Tesla or any other EV, and I was taking the "one pedal driving" literally. The clarification on having a brake pedal and hydraulics for applying the brakes manually is appreciated. Yes, I used the term "locking the wheels" and yes you are correct the ABS will override causing the brakes to rapidly go on and off. I have had this happen once, interesting experience. In any case this was an interesting discussion.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Tesla are as advanced as golf cars. And just like golf cars, they have 2 pedals. And drive like golf cars, electric golf cars anyhow.
Still the 2 pedals. Getting off the gas, er, acceleration pedal will give you some regenerative braking. But the second pedal will also apply the fully functional hydraulic brakes. A good thing since ev cars weigh on average 1000 pounds more than a gas car.
But unlike a golf car, Tesla also has accident avoidance braking. If the cars radar sees an object coming that you will hit, it can emergency brake on its own.

You mean like the Village resident who drove her tesla out of her driveway and right into the wall of her neighbor's house? Fun times.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Quite Intrigued
SO WHERE EXACTLY do you
receive FREE ELECTRICITY
and
PLEASE EXPLAIN “FULL TANK”
(as though audience is in 2nd grade)

The pedal that you push with your foot to make the EV go isn't called a gas pedal, since there's no gas in an EV. Instead, it's called a regenerative accelerator. It's called that, because when you take your foot off of it to slow down, it engages a battery-charging (regenerating) process.

The "full tank" reference is to the batteries, comparing them to a gas tank. While you're home, NOT using your car which is plugged into the wall socket somewhere, your vehicle is charging up. By the time you wake up in the morning it's "full" and ready to use. You never have to worry about waking up in the morning with a need to go to the gas station. Your "tank" (battery) is already full (fully charged).

[Ski Bum]

All, thank you for the comments and information. I have never been in a Tesla or any other EV, and I was taking the "one pedal driving" literally. The clarification on having a brake pedal and hydraulics for applying the brakes manually is appreciated. Yes, I used the term "locking the wheels" and yes you are correct the ABS will override causing the brakes to rapidly go on and off. I have had this happen once, interesting experience. In any case this was an interesting discussion.

I thought it curious that part of the periodic maintenance is to actuate and lubricate the brake system. Since you can actually drive it without touching the brakes, they need exercised periodically.

[Runway48]

I've had performance cars my entire life. I've enjoyed the sound, the crisp sensation of shifting gears, speed and the feeling of being mechanically involved with the car. For me it makes driving somewhere fun, but I realize this is not for everyone. I feel a level of boredom when driving a car with an automatic transmission (not much choice these days) and really dislike CVT. My current car is supercharged with a dual clutch transmission, very fast but gets 30 mpg on highway. My son has a model Y. I drove it and have to say it was a good experience. It has great acceleration (0-60 in under 5 sec). It took me about two miles to get comfortable with one pedal driving, but the brake pedal worked perfectly when needed. I was also impressed with the usable interior space and with minimal conversion the car has impressive cargo space. It can transport his family of five with luggage to the airport for a cross-country flight and he has used it to go to Home Depot for building and garden supplies. I think EVs like this are an excellent choice for a local vehicle that is driven not much more than 200 miles in a day. For most people this probably covers 95% of their driving. But the infrastructure is not there to support convenient use of these vehicles across the country, and they have serious limitations in cold weather. I rented a plug-in hybrid in California recently. I expected keeping it charged would have been easy in that state. I had to hunt to find a charger. They were amazingly sparse, many where inoperable or occupied. I was glad I had a hybrid so I get gas to keep going and this was in California where no ICE vehicles will be sold in 10 yrs. Hard to see how that's going to work out.

[Pugchief]

I had to hunt to find a charger. They were amazingly sparse, many where inoperable or occupied. I was glad I had a hybrid so I get gas to keep going and this was in California where no ICE vehicles will be sold in 10 yrs. Hard to see how that's going to work out.

It's not going to work out. Not without major changes to infrastructure (ha!) and battery technology (maybe). But that doesn't seem to concern them.

I own 2 Teslas and I love them. But I have a garage where I can plug in overnight and I rarely drive more than 50 miles in a day. Good luck if you live in an apartment in a crowded city and have to commute 100 miles each way.

[bagboy]

You mean like the Village resident who drove her tesla out of her driveway and right into the wall of her neighbor's house? Fun times.

That incident made me much more aware of who is driving what in local parking lots. We are always careful, but I want no part of being in front or behind an electric vehicle when they are starting to move, or ready to back up.

[Aces4]

You mean like the Village resident who drove her tesla out of her driveway and right into the wall of her neighbor's house? Fun times.

We've been telling family and friends for over 10 years... NEVER stand in any area behind or in front of an old person when they are moving their car to leave or arriving! It's Russian roulette to do so, particularly in a cloistered community for old people.:22yikes:

[Topspinmo]

One thing I don’t like about most new ICE cars no manual emergency brake lever. You flip or push a button. I always felt the manual emergency brake was for when you have brake failure so you can control manually apply brakes to rear wheels. I guess I’m too old fashioned, if something not broke why fix it? Just like fuel injection, why squirt fuel below valves knowing it going to cause carbon build up on intake valve at more rapid pace? For what? .03 more miles per gallon? I remember in early 90s when automatic locking doors was introduced, not long before people couldn’t escape vehicle when something happened like engine fuel injector leak fire?

As for electric car I doubt at my age I will ever own one. My 12 year old Honda still runs like new.

[Topspinmo]

We've been telling family and friends for over 10 years... NEVER stand in any area behind or in front of an old person when they are moving their car to leave or arriving! It's Russian roulette to do so, particularly in a cloistered community for old people.:22yikes:

Funny thing about old? we? well most all of us may get there and they won’t be standing in front of us? :wine:

[Aces4]

Funny thing about old? we? well most all of us may get there and they won’t be standing in front of us? :wine:

If you're over 55, one qualifies. Even more so if one's an elbow bender for entertainment. Years ago and while in a parking lot my father almost lost his life to an older person backing out of a space. Their group of 4 was getting ready to enter their vehicle when the car came screaming across the lane and hit the car after my father pushed his brother out of the way. The vehicle did run across his feet and skinned his legs. He knows he's just missed meeting his maker by inches. That sort of thing happens far more often than it should, look at the buildings getting creamed by an older person.

I forgot to add... that accident happened in Florida.

[Topspinmo]

If you're over 55, one qualifies. Even more so if one's an elbow bender for entertainment. Years ago and while in a parking lot my father almost lost his life to an older person backing out of a space. Their group of 4 was getting ready to enter their vehicle when the car came screaming across the lane and hit the car after my father pushed his brother out of the way. The vehicle did run across his feet and skinned his legs. He knows he's just missed meeting his maker by inches. That sort of thing happens far more often than it should, look at the buildings getting creamed by an older person.

I forgot to add... that accident happened in Florida.

As kid in 1963 I remember when old town banker ran his Buick Electra through garage and out in back yard creating car port.. :faint:

[DAVIDW5084]

OK, you are driving 55 to 60 MPH on 44 and someone pulls out in front of you, and your car has ONE PEDAL operation, how do you slam on the brakes to avoid the crash? Follow-up question, since the car has one pedal operation does it have hydraulic brakes, I am sure regenerative braking cannot lock the wheels. I can more or less understand one pedal operation for normal driving, but i fail to see how this operates in an emergency situation.

All Teslas have a brake pedal which you can use if you feel the need or during an emergency, however, the car systems will sense and react to a vehicle pulling into your path quicker than you can apply the brake pedal. The car with brake itself, apply the brakes mechanically, to make an emergency stop and or the car will move to avoid the impending crash. Regenerative braking can be used for most stops and so there is no need under normal operation to use the brake pedal and as the brakes are applied less often there is very little wear on the disk brakes.

[Tvflguy]

I thought it curious that part of the periodic maintenance is to actuate and lubricate the brake system. Since you can actually drive it without touching the brakes, they need exercised periodically.

Teslas are very smart. They sense when the pads may be wet and pulsate the brakes slightly to ensure they are perfect if needed. And even if not wet it’s programmed to exercise the hydraulic braking system occasionally. The tech is simply amazing. It’s so comforting knowing all the tech involved. And that over-the-air SW updates arrive when needed.

[keithbloemendaal]

We are thinking about getting a lithium golf cart. What golf cart did you go with?

I am about to list my 2023 Club Car Tempo Lithium with 450mi.

[Paulz]

The Brakes are engaged by the vehicle when it detects an emergency. Occasionally, a few dozen software updates ago, when you went thru a big dip in the road the brake occasionally grabbed for a second, before the car calculated that you were not in danger.

For one pedal driving the setting is for maximum regeneration, the brakes are still active. Also, the brake lights come on when you back off on the accelerator and the car is slowing down, the will let cars behind you know you are slowing down.

[Cuervo]

I don't know how Tesla works, I own an Ionic 6, when I have my car on cruise control, and I don't have my foot on the pedal and a car in front of me either slows down or cuts in front of me my car slows down to match their speed to avert a collision.

[Ptmcbriz]

I have the ONE PEDAL option on my electric BMW i5. The quicker you lift off the gas the faster the braking. You can always use the actual brake pedal if it’s an emergency situation. However, these cars can react much faster than a human can react. The LiDAR can “see” objects quicker than your brain can react. By the time you react and slam your foot on the brake in an emergency, the car has already done the same thing and it’s mostly just an automatic response by you in an emergency situation.

Btw you don’t have to use the One pedal option when driving. You can just put it in drive and it operates (yet will still will react in an emergency ) as a traditional car or put it in One Pedal mode where you use the gas pedal also for braking. It’s very fun driving with the One Pedal mode.

[CybrSage]

- Over the air updates. Over WiFi typically in the middle of the night in your garage. Provides updated features, some major some minor. Some are fixes… as some feel are recalls. But seamless.

My Kia Soul has this. I agree, very nice.

[CybrSage]

These cars react much faster than a human can react. The LiDAR can “see” objects quicker than your brain can react. By the time you react and slam your foot on the brake in an emergency, the car has already done the same thing and it’s mostly just an automatic response by you in an emergency situation.

This is why I am two footed driver...one in the break and one on the gas...when in any kind of traffic. I say a good bit of potentially vital time not having to move my foot up, to the left, and down again.

[LaserGuy]

I bought my wife a Cadillac Lyriq to celebrate a milestone birthday. She swore she’d never want an EV. She loves it and one pedal driving. It is quick to get accustomed to and GM did a great job on the braking algorithm. Since 99% of her driving is 50 miles or less per day there is no range anxiety and recharging in the garage and never having to stop to refuel at a gas station is great.

[merrymini]

We are waiting for our Tesla now and have previously owned a Model 3. Great cars. The best ev’s ever made but to think all cars can be electric is ridiculous. And yes, you may never need to touch your brakes. Superb pick up. Cannot wait to get it. Our particular model has a range of 402 miles but if you use ac or heat and radio, that is reduced, just like a gas auto. Just as an aside, outside of the self driving feature, accidents are caused by the operator not the car.

[Cliff Fr]

The "one pedal" driving is a feature. There's still a brake pedal

[Flyers999]

I purchase a new Tesla 2024 Model 3 in October of last year for $34,000 to test out the supervised FSD. I now drive about 80% of the time using FSD. FSD will brake for me when needed. It takes a little bit of time to get use to the regen brake to then very, very seldom need to use the brake pedal to stop when not using FSD. With every software update, the FSD gets better and new features are added. Using supervised FSD, it's like two sets of eyes watching the road. If you get a chance, ride in a Tesla being driven under FSD.

Friend of mine demonstrated FSD in his Tesla recently. I thought it was amazing the way it automatically passed a slower car that was in front of us.
He does pay around $100 a month for the FSD which one can cancel at any time.

[Bay Kid]

I still want to be in control with a brake pedal. So many new safety car features are great.

[elevatorman]

OK, you are driving 55 to 60 MPH on 44 and someone pulls out in front of you, and your car has ONE PEDAL operation, how do you slam on the brakes to avoid the crash? Follow-up question, since the car has one pedal operation does it have hydraulic brakes, I am sure regenerative braking cannot lock the wheels. I can more or less understand one pedal operation for normal driving, but i fail to see how this operates in an emergency situation.

Watch this video. You can watch the whole thing but the car stuff starts at about the 8 minute mark. YouTuber Fools Tesla Autopilot With A Painted Wall (Updated) (https://insideevs.com/news/753642/tesla-autopilot-road-runner-test/?fbclid=IwY2xjawJGZfRleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHZDu2n2tb1n4 xfG_q1FCemu7FgQkvLXobZhXpM0tsSnEPqT3DevJX_jg2A_aem _CXglKmqFUFigxrLmHdQfig) It does not answer your question but has more to do with auto-braking on different cars.

[bopat]

Watch this video. You can watch the whole thing but the car stuff starts at about the 8 minute mark. YouTuber Fools Tesla Autopilot With A Painted Wall (Updated) (https://insideevs.com/news/753642/tesla-autopilot-road-runner-test/?fbclid=IwY2xjawJGZfRleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHZDu2n2tb1n4 xfG_q1FCemu7FgQkvLXobZhXpM0tsSnEPqT3DevJX_jg2A_aem _CXglKmqFUFigxrLmHdQfig) It does not answer your question but has more to do with auto-braking on different cars.

Lots of controversy with that video, read the story too. Turns out he shuts off autopilot manually a few seconds before it goes into the wall, and he did multiple takes to get it right (or wrong depending on how you look at it) and stitched them together to get the desired effect. And he’s using autopilot, not FSD.

Here's a video of FSD on a Tesla, it avoids the plastic. And the people.
https://x.com/boolusilan/status/1901892814377750828

[Lottoguy]

Will Tesla become the Edsel for this generation?

[Aces4]

Will Tesla become the Edsel for this generation?

Nah.:girlneener:

[Fastskiguy]

We’re in the way home from a 2000 mile trip to the Ozarks and our first big road trip. The car has driven itself at least 90% of all of the miles we’ve covered.its not perfect but it is astounding how good it is. Even on twisty two lane roads.

Joe

[twoplanekid]

I would agree with the above statements as my Tesla purchase was identical (very good) and I love my 2024 Tesla Model 3!