Tesla Full Self-Driving just passed the Tesla FSD school bus test with a perfect 50 out of 50 runs on version 14.3.2.
This marks a huge shift after years of criticism. Dan O'Dowd Tesla FSD critic, who once ran Super Bowl ads and New York Times campaigns highlighting safety flaws, now publicly congratulated the team for stopping correctly every time.
What Changed in the FSD 14.3.2 School Bus Test
The Real Dawn Project setup places dummy kids crossing in front of a stopped school bus. Earlier versions often failed to stop properly. Now FSD 14.3.2 handles the scenario reliably in these controlled runs. Even so, the system remains supervised, and drivers must stay attentive.
HW3 FSD school bus stop behavior still shows problems in some edge cases according to the same tests. Owners on older hardware may want to review upgrade options soon.
Why This Matters for Tesla Owners
Better performance in the Tesla Full Self-Driving safety test builds real-world confidence. Scenarios like school zones test the exact situations owners worry about most. I covered similar edge-case improvements in a recent post about Tesla FSD pulling over for distracted drivers.
Owners running the latest software are seeing fewer interventions in these critical moments. That said, always keep your hands ready and eyes on the road.
Bottom Line
The Tesla FSD school bus test success after three years of pressure shows meaningful progress. Dan O'Dowd Tesla FSD critic flipping from critic to congratulator proves the point. If you're on HW3 hardware, check the latest HW3 FSD upgrade costs warning before deciding.
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