Tesla CEO Elon Musk has shared the latest developments concerning the release of Full Self-Driving (FSD) Beta versions 11.4.7 and 12. The update was communicated via Musk’s social media platform, X, in response to a comment from a dedicated FSD Beta tester, highlighting the anticipation for the new versions.
In his response, Musk revealed that FSD Beta version 11.4.7 is poised for wide release within a week, and version 12 is presently undergoing testing by Tesla’s Quality Assurance (QA) drivers. Musk clarified the details, saying, “You mean 11.4.7? That should be going to wide release within a week. Version 12, which is an almost total rewrite (~99% AI), is being tested by our QA drivers. Too much new code to go to the public yet, but it is mind-blowing imo.”
You mean 11.4.7? That should be going to wide release within a week.
Version 12, which an almost total rewrite (~99% AI) is being tested by our QA drivers.
Too much new code to go to the public yet, but it is mind-blowing imo.
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) August 11, 2023
Although Musk has been known for his optimistic estimations regarding FSD Beta, he has consistently expressed excitement about version 12. This sentiment was evident when he shared his initial experience with an alpha build of FSD version 12 in late July, emphasizing that the system was “mind-blowing.”
I tested the version 12 alpha build today. It is mind-blowing.
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) July 27, 2023
TechAU, a reliable tech news source, reported that FSD Beta version 12 is anticipated to be an “end-to-end” update, characterized by a single neural network that comprehensively learns all facets of a task. This strategic enhancement aligns with Tesla’s overarching ambition of achieving true autonomous driving.
In light of Musk’s recent updates, it seems that FSD Beta version 11.4.7 will likely focus on addressing bugs and implementing minor updates. While this may seem unremarkable to fervent Tesla enthusiasts, the impending release of version 11.4.7 holds promise for the eventual introduction of version 12. This intermediate release could potentially introduce several refinements, catering to the needs of the FSD Beta tester fleet.
