In a recent post on X, Ashok Elluswamy, Head of AP/AI at Tesla confirmed that FSD won’t be showing up for the Cybertruck just yet.
Instead, Cybertruck owners can look forward to some parking assistance features, which is at least a step toward FSD. While Ashok didn’t mention exactly which parking features are coming, we can likely guess what they’ll be.
Park Assist and Autopark on the Cybertruck
Currently, the Cybertruck doesn’t have Park Assist or Autopark. Tesla’s Park Assist provides a high-fidelity reproduction of the vehicle's surroundings (video below). Park Assist is a fantastic feature when parking in tight spaces, and ever since the updated Vision changes in recent months, it has become more accurate than ever.
We expect it to be even better on the Cybertruck, considering it has access to a front bumper camera – providing even more data for Park Assist.
In addition, Park Assist works alongside Autopark, allowing owners to automatically park their cars in parallel spaces or reverse into perpendicular spaces (video).
At low speeds (below 8mph or 13km/h), Autopark will automatically detect and display parking spaces nearby – both perpendicular ones to back into, or parallel ones. You will be able to tap on a space on the Cybertruck’s touch screen, and then come to a stop. Autopark will then maneuver the vehicle as required to get it into the right position and park.
Ashok mentioned that these updates for parking assistance features are slated for the end of this week. Park Assist will be available to everyone, while Autopark requires Enhanced Autopark or FSD.
Updated Timeline for FSD on Cybertruck
Ashok also gave us an update on FSD for the Cybertruck. He says that Autopilot/FSD should be expected around September as Tesla focuses on the parking assist features first. It’s still expected to arrive in a point release of FSD 12.5, which recently started going out to vehicles with HW3. All Cybertrucks come standard with AI4.
Park Assist is a fantastic step forward while Tesla works on refining and certifying FSD for the Cybertruck. September isn’t too far out at this point, and we could even see it show up sooner than that given the FSD team’s recent update pace.
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Tesla and Uber are partnering to offer a new discount for Uber drivers. The offer is similar to one that was offered earlier in the year. Uber and Tesla previously offered a $2,000 USD purchase incentive under a special Uber referral code. That offer ended in March, and Tesla is now offering a new, similar offer.
Both the previous incentive as well as this new offer are only available in the United States.
Offer Conditions
The new offer is simple: If you’re an Uber Driver, you’ll be able to get $1,000 in Tesla credits upon taking delivery and another $1,000 in Uber Cash after completing 100 rideshare trips. You’ll need to purchase either a new Model 3 or Model Y—any variant, including the Performance versions, is acceptable. The program is not available for used or demo vehicles.
For anyone interested in trying out being an Uber driver, this is also a nice way to get $2,000 off a new Tesla. While the discount is no longer a purchase incentive, you can use the $1,000 in Tesla credits towards accessories, service, Supercharging, swag, or another vehicle. The Uber Cash, on the other hand, will be paid out alongside your 100th trip.
The offer is combinable with the Military Purchase Program, but you can’t use the Tesla referral program to get $500 off. If you’ve already got referral credits, though, you can use them toward the purchase of the vehicle.
Finally, you’ll need to take delivery before the end of the year (December 31st) and complete your 100th trip before February 15, 2025.
How to Use It
To take advantage of the offer, go to Tesla’s Uber page and log in via Uber. Both companies will verify that you’re eligible for the discount. You’ll also have to be in good standing as an Uber driver - if you’re not, no discount.
Tesla has released updated specifications and a revised timeline for the Cybertruck’s Range Extender. Originally launched alongside the Cybertruck last year, the Range Extender offered a significant boost in range along with a notable price tag—requiring a $2,000 reservation deposit and an estimated price of $16,000.
Updated Specs
Tesla has updated the Ranger Extender's range, now increasing the vehicle’s range from 340 miles to 445 miles on the Dual Motor variant and from 320 miles to 440 miles on the Cyberbeast.
The updated specifications reduce the vehicle’s total range with the Range Extender by about 6% compared to the original specs, while the Range Extender itself sees a 20% reduction in range. This is a substantial reduction, and Tesla has yet to explain the change. It’s likely that they’ve started testing Cybertrucks with Range Extenders under EPA test conditions, which may have adjusted the initial range estimates.
Truck
Range
Original Range Extender
Updated Range Extender
Dual Motor AWD
340 mi
470 mi
445 mi +
Cyberbeast
320 mi
440 mi
440 mi +
Delayed Timeline
The Range Extender was originally supposed to be available for those who pre-ordered sometime in early-2025. That timeline has now been pushed back to mid-2025. However, given Tesla’s lackluster attempts at maintaining timelines, we could fully expect this timeline to continue to slip closer to 2026, but we remain hopeful that it’ll arrive on time.
Tesla has been working towards perfecting its dry-cathode process, which could also be a likely cause of the delays. Tesla may want to ship the Range Extenders as dry-cathode—it's a small batch product and one that’s easier to replace or repair than an entire truck.
Overall, the Range Extender itself is an interesting item. While it does provide a small range increase—one that’s necessary for towing—it has its fair share of demerits. It takes up a considerable amount of bed space and must be installed and uninstalled by Tesla Service. Additionally, the weight in the bed will result in a change in the center of gravity.
We’re interested to see what Tesla does with the Range Extender - we’ve only seen a few pictures of engineering samples on Tesla’s site, but it could come with considerable changes when it launches.
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