Tesla FSD V14 Lite for HW3 Vehicles Begins Public Rollout
The software brings version 14 features to older Tesla models equipped with the original Hardware 3 platform.
Tesla has begun a public rollout of FSD V14 Lite, a version of its Full Self-Driving software designed specifically for vehicles equipped with Hardware 3 (HW3), the company's first-generation self-driving hardware platform.
What Happened
According to reports from Not a Tesla App, Tesla is extending its latest FSD V14 software to HW3-equipped vehicles. The rollout marks a significant step in Tesla's ongoing effort to bring advanced driver-assistance features to its broader vehicle fleet. Hardware 3 was introduced in 2019 as the company's dedicated neural net computer for autonomous capabilities.
Why It Matters
HW3 vehicles represent a substantial portion of Tesla's on-road fleet, and owners of these cars have been waiting for access to newer FSD capabilities that were previously limited to Hardware 4 (HW4) vehicles. The V14 Lite release provides these owners with access to version 14 features without requiring hardware upgrades.
The Bottom Line
Tesla continues its phased approach to deploying advanced driver-assistance software, now extending FSD V14 availability to HW3 vehicles through a public rollout.
