HW3 FSD v14 update.
8Tesla announced the upcoming release of Full Self-Driving (FSD) version 14 for Hardware 3 (HW3) vehicles, scheduled for late June 2026, including a demonstration clip showcasing the update's capabilities.
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Tesla Latest Updates: FSD v14 Release, Hardware Retrofit Plans, and Q1 2026 Earnings - April 2026
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- •Tesla plans to release Full Self-Driving (FSD) version 14 for Hardware 3 vehicles in late June 2026, following incremental rollouts of versions 14.1.3 and 14.2 in late 2025. The company also officially released FSD software version 14.2.2.1 in December 2025, continuing its focus on advancing autonomous driving capabilities.[Tesla subreddit RSS][Google News Tesla Search RSS][Google News Tesla Search RSS]
- •Elon Musk announced that unsupervised Full Self-Driving for consumer Teslas will not be available until at least Q4 2026, delaying previous expectations. Additionally, Musk confirmed that Tesla's current Hardware 3 platform cannot support unsupervised FSD, highlighting hardware limitations that impact autonomous functionality.[Electrek Tesla News][Tesla subreddit RSS]
- •Tesla is considering building microfactories in urban areas to retrofit millions of existing vehicles with upgraded computers and cameras. This move addresses the gap between hardware promises at sale and current hardware insufficiencies that prevent full autonomy in many Teslas on the road today.[Electrek Tesla News]
- •Tesla delayed the launch of its Robotaxi service in five out of eight US cities, indicating a strategic shift in deployment plans. This delay coincides with financial reporting and suggests challenges in rolling out fully autonomous ride-hailing services in multiple locations.[Electrek Tesla News]
- •Tesla’s Q1 2026 financial results showed a slight beat with a 21.1% gross margin, 136% growth in operating income, and $0.41 non-GAAP earnings per share. However, analysis indicates that financial maneuvers may have been employed to present a more favorable performance amid a stagnant quarter.[Electrek Tesla News][Electrek Tesla News]
- •Tesla owners in Norway won a significant legal victory in April 2026 in the Supreme Court, with 115 owners concluding a prolonged dispute that may impact Tesla’s reputation or operations in the region.[Tesla subreddit RSS]
- •Tesla’s upcoming Roadster unveiling has been delayed again as of April 2026, possibly to occur about a month after the Q1 earnings call, marking the eighth time Elon Musk has postponed the launch event since the initial announcement.[Electrek Tesla News]
- •Environmental concerns have emerged around Tesla’s nearly $1 billion lithium refinery in Robstown, Texas, where independent testing in April 2026 found toxic metals such as hexavalent chromium and arsenic in wastewater. The Nueces County Drainage District demanded a halt to operations, highlighting regulatory scrutiny Tesla faces in its supply chain.[Electrek Tesla News]
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