Tesla currently offers a pair of so-called “level 2” partially automated driver assist systems. Autopilot is the older of these, combining Tesla’s adaptive cruise control (Tesla calls this TACC) and lane-keeping assist (Tesla calls this Autosteer).

Other Tesla vehicles also struggled to attract buyers, with sales of its X, S and Y models all sinking from the previous year.

The company is also currently facing a 30-day suspension of its manufacturing and dealer licenses in California for deceptive marketing about Autopilot's capabilities.

Empty robotaxis and long drives without interventions make some imagine Tesla FSD is ready to deploy. The math may say the reverse.

By Abhirup Roy and Akash Sriram Jan 23 (Reuters) - Tesla on Thursday stopped including some driver-assistance features with new vehicles sold in the U.S. and Canada, requiring customers who want self-steering and similar technology to pay for a broader $99 monthly subscription.

Online insurance firm Lemonade said it would offer a policy designed specifically for self-driving cars, starting with Tesla.

Tesla has faced challenges in the past. Its stock has dropped over 30% within less than 2 months on as many as eight separate occasions in recent years

A bystander was killed after being struck by a Tesla that crashed at a light rail station in Folsom, officials said.