Tesla Commits V14 Lite Support for HW3 Cars

Tesla has committed to support older Hardware 3 (HW3) vehicles by developing a V14 Lite version of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software, targeting a Q2 2026 release and signaling it will not abandon HW3 owners. V14 Lite is being optimized to run on lower compute, narrowing the gap between HW3’s 144 TOPS and HW4’s roughly 500 TOPS and potentially enabling more advanced FSD features on older cars. The move comes as Tesla faces regulatory scrutiny and lawsuits tied to Autopilot incidents. The Model Y remains the bestselling electric SUV, with EPA ranges of about 260–330 miles and class-leading efficiency (around 28 kWh/100 mi); access to the Supercharger network and rich software features have helped sustain demand and resale values. Recent used-car listings show ample equipment and strong buyer interest in Tesla and rival EVs, underscoring that software and OTA features are major purchase drivers and supporting projections that the autonomous/electric mobility sector could grow from roughly $54 billion in 2023 to about $2.5 trillion by 2030.