Tesla has officially removed the Autosteer lane-keeping feature from the standard Autopilot package on its entry-level Model 3 and Model Y in the United States. As a result, buyers must now subscribe to or purchase the company’s Full Self-Driving (Supervised) suite to access advanced driver-assistance features.
What’s Changed?
Previously, Tesla’s standard Autopilot included:
Autosteer (lane-keeping)
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (TACC)
Now, only TACC remains standard. Autosteer and other advanced features are locked behind the Full Self-Driving (Supervised) paywall.
FSD Pricing in the US
Subscription: USD 99/month (approx. ₹9,100)
One-time purchase: USD 8,000 (approx. ₹7.34 lakh) — this option will be discontinued from February 14
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has indicated that the subscription price will increase as FSD capabilities improve, especially once unsupervised driving becomes possible.
Which Models Are Affected?
Model 3 & Model Y (entry-level trims): Autopilot removed, FSD optional
Model S & Model X: FSD included as standard (under Luxe Package)
Cybertruck: FSD optional on AWD trim; standard on Cyberbeast variant
🇮🇳 What About Tesla in India?
On Tesla’s India website:
Only Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (TACC) is currently listed.
Full Self-Driving (FSD) is offered as a one-time option priced at ₹6 lakh, but it will be activated only when Indian regulations permit.
No FSD subscription option is available in India yet.
Why This Matters
By removing Autosteer from standard Autopilot, Tesla is pushing buyers toward its subscription-based software model, reinforcing the company’s long-term strategy of monetizing advanced driving features through recurring revenue.
