Tesla FSD v14 Tops Rivian Autonomy+ in 200-Mile Test as Rivian Targets Point-to-Point Driving
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Updated · CNBC · Aug 15
Tesla FSD v14 Tops Rivian Autonomy+ in 200-Mile Test as Rivian Targets Point-to-Point Driving
3 articles · Updated · CNBC · Aug 15
Summary
Hundreds of test miles in Michigan showed Tesla’s FSD v14 still ahead of Rivian’s Autonomy+ because it handled highway and city driving, traffic signals, roundabouts and parking with little intervention.
Rivian’s system marked a major upgrade for the company and outperformed legacy rivals such as GM Super Cruise on highways, but it still cannot do point-to-point driving or autonomous lane changes.
Rivian plans point-to-point capability later this year and says its vertical integration and heavier sensor stack—10 cameras, five radars and lidar on the R2 next year—should help it close the gap.
Pricing underscores the software race: Tesla charges $99 a month for FSD, Rivian $49.99 a month or $2,500 for life, and GM $39.99 a month or $399 a year.
The comparison comes as hands-free systems draw investor interest and safety scrutiny, with NHTSA escalating a probe into Tesla FSD after crashes including one fatal reduced-visibility incident.