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Tesla’s AI progress is intertwined with its hardware upgrades, notably compute power, exemplified by Tesla’s ambitious graphics processing unit (GPU) developments. Though Elon Musk has acknowledged challenges with deploying massive Nvidia GPU clusters, the company's trajectory indicates steady improvements over time.
Real-World AI Debuts
Real-world testing of V12 illustrates its promising capabilities. For example, in one instance, a Tesla vehicle was able to detect a parking spot, circumvent obstacles, and park autonomously, mimicking human behaviors with remarkable accuracy. Such advancements are critical for the company’s vision of robo-taxi fleets and human-like navigational skills.