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Tesla has launched its driverless robotaxi service in Tampa and Orlando, using its latest full self-driving software designed to operate without safety drivers. This marks a significant expansion of Tesla's autonomous vehicle network as of July 24, 2026.
A new setting called "Allow Express Lanes" was introduced in Tesla's software update 2026.20.6.6 on July 23, 2026. This feature is distinct from the existing "avoid tolls" option, potentially impacting routing preferences in Tesla vehicles.
Tesla completed a secret approximately $2 billion acquisition of an AI hardware company, initially hinted in April 2026, confirmed through a mention in the Q2 2026 10-Q filing. The target company remains unnamed, and Tesla did not issue a press release about this strategic deal.
Tesla appears to be testing a free trial of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) version 14 Lite, as evidenced by reports from users after a recent software update near Superchargers. Some users without current FSD packages experienced a trial prompt, indicating a possible bug or soft launch for promotional purposes as of July 24, 2026.
A Tesla Model 3 owner using hardware 3 (HW3) reported dissatisfaction with the Full Self-Driving version 14 Lite software over a few days, citing jerky following distance management and increased phantom braking. This anecdotal review provides user perspective on recent FSD software changes as of late July 2026.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) denied a petition to investigate a potential defect in Tesla Model 3 manual door releases for 179,031 units from the 2022 model year. However, NHTSA also announced plans to develop new door safety regulations affecting the broader automotive industry, signaling increased regulatory scrutiny as of July 24, 2026.