Tesla's Self-Driving Development Prioritizes Elon Musk and Influencers

Reports reveal that Tesla's Full Self-Driving software is optimized for routes frequented by Musk and high-profile users, potentially skewing performance.

Tesla's self-driving technology relies on video data from its vehicle fleet to improve its driving capabilities.
Annotators focus on data from Musk's cars and those of influential drivers, potentially leading to better performance on their routes.
This practice may result in a disparity in software effectiveness for average users versus VIPs.
Employees report specific attention to routes near Tesla factories, SpaceX offices, and Musk's former residences.
Safety concerns persist as Tesla's self-driving software remains under regulatory scrutiny.