Tesla Full Self-Driving v14 lands in Australia claiming faster reactions

Key takeaways

• Tesla Full Self-Driving v14 now rolling out across Australia
• Free update for Hardware 4 Model 3 and Model Y
• Tesla claims 20% faster reaction time over V13

Tesla has begun rolling out Full Self-Driving v14 to cars in Australia with the first eligible Model 3 and Model Y vehicles receiving the update from Friday 19 June. The free software upgrade reaches Hardware 4 cars that already have FSD Supervised, and Tesla says it reacts faster and makes smarter decisions than the V13 software it replaces.

What's new in Tesla Full Self-Driving v14

The headline claim is a 20% faster reaction time thanks to changes in the software's neural network encoder and a retrained reinforcement learning stage. Tesla says this should mean fewer driver interventions, and the app now tracks your longest intervention-free stretch.

Other changes target everyday driving. The system promises better handling of complex intersections and roadworks, fewer unnecessary lane changes, and improved responses to emergency vehicles and small animals. Performance in poor weather and low-visibility conditions is also said to improve, along with more accurate driver monitoring through better eye-gaze tracking.

A new 'Sloth' speed profile joins Chill, Standard and Hurry, offering lower speeds and more cautious lane choices. Tesla has also renamed 'Navigate on Autopilot' to 'Navigate on Autosteer', and the FSD Computer is now called the AI Computer.

New arrival options and simpler starts

At the start of a drive, Brake Confirm is now switched off by default, so drivers no longer need to tap the brake pedal to activate FSD. New Arrival Options let you choose what the car does at the end of a trip, including Car Park, Indoor Car Park, Street Driveway and Pull Over, based on where you drop a navigation pin.

Which Teslas can get Full Self-Driving v14

The update applies only to vehicles fitted with Hardware 4 cameras. That covers Model 3s built since the September 2023 facelift and Model Ys produced from late January 2024. The rollout is staggered, so not every eligible car will receive it at once.

Older Hardware 3 cars still miss out, though Tesla has hinted at a possible FSD Lite version for those owners down the track.

Tesla Full Self-Driving pricing in Australia

FSD Supervised is now a subscription-only option for new buyers, after the one-off purchase closed at the end of March 2026. The v14 update itself is free for owners who already have FSD Supervised.

It is a timely upgrade for Tesla. The Model Y was Australia's top-selling new vehicle of any fuel type in May 2026, and a sharper self-driving system gives the brand an edge while several rivals are yet to test similar tech on local roads.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Tesla Full Self-Driving cost in Australia?

FSD Supervised costs $149 per month as a subscription. The $10,100 outright purchase option closed at the end of March 2026.

Which Teslas can run Full Self-Driving v14?

Only Hardware 4 cars qualify: Model 3s built since September 2023 and Model Ys from late January 2024. Hardware 3 cars are not yet supported.

What is new in Tesla Full Self-Driving v14?

Tesla claims a 20% faster reaction time, smarter decisions at complex intersections, better poor-weather performance and a new Sloth speed profile.