Tesla has released an extensive safety report detailing the performance and safety aspects of its advanced driver assistance software. This move comes after Waymo’s co-CEO Tekedra Mawakana urged companies to provide more data, as reported by TechCrunch.
According to Tesla’s newly disclosed data, North American Tesla owners utilizing the Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software are driving approximately 5 million miles before a major collision and 1.5 million miles before a minor collision. These figures significantly outpace the national average collision rates based on NHTSA statistics. Tesla’s initiative aims to address previous criticisms of their safety reports for lack of detail and transparency.
While Tesla has been periodically releasing ‘vehicle safety reports,’ critics have deemed them insufficient. Notably, the company has disclosed minimal information regarding the safety performance of its ongoing Robotaxi trial in Austin, Texas. In contrast, Waymo, a prominent player in the robotaxi sector, has demonstrated detailed data showcasing the superior safety of its vehicles compared to human drivers and pedestrians.
Transparency and data disclosure have become pivotal in the tech-driven automotive industry, urging companies to provide comprehensive insights into the safety and performance of autonomous driving technologies. Tesla’s recent safety report release signifies a step towards greater transparency and accountability in the industry.
Source: TechCrunch