Tesla is busy testing several different Cybertruck prototypes ahead of mass production later this summer. A Tesla Semi prototype and Cybertruck with large new LiDAR sensors on the front were spotted in California this week. Still, we don’t expect LiDAR for the production model.
In 2021, Tesla ditched LiDAR (Light Detection and Range) sensors in favor of its camera systems and “Tesla Vision” for self-driving, autopilot, and other features. So why is Tesla testing LiDAR sensors on the Cybertruck and Semi?
Well, we’re not exactly sure, but Tesla has previously mentioned that it uses LiDAR to help calibrate its own technology. Accordingly electrthis will likely confirm data collected from Tesla’s self-driving and autopilot sensors and systems.
The automaker regularly tests and compares its technologies against others, not to mention using that data to further calibrate sensors, sonar and radar systems for upcoming vehicles. If LiDAR works so well, why did Tesla abandon it?
Late last year, information surfaced about Tesla’s new “HD Radar” system and patent, which could introduce a new high-definition radar for its upcoming vehicles. We know the company is preparing its new self-driving computers (HW4.0) and could unveil a redesigned Model 3 in the coming months. Maybe we’ll see both in the new Model 3.
Either way, these prototypes with LiDAR are probably nothing more than Tesla’s never-ending test phase for current and future electric vehicles.
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