when did tesla start making self driving cars
Tesla Autopilot Autopilot was first offered on October 9, 2014, for Tesla Model S, followed by the Model X upon its release.[5] Autopilot was included within a "Tech Package" option. At that time Autopilot features included semi-autonomous drive and parking capabilities.[6][7][8] Initial versions of Autopilot were developed in partnership with Israeli company Mobileye.[9] Tesla and Mobileye ended their partnership in July 2016.[10][11]
Tesla Model S The Model S was styled by Franz von Holzhausen, who previously worked for Mazda North American Operations.[31] The car was codenamed WhiteStar during research and preliminary development.[1][2][3] It was officially announced in a press release on June 30, 2008.[32][33] The prototype vehicle was displayed at a press conference on March 26, 2009.[34] Exclusive premier of their Model S electric car was held at their Menlo Park store on April 8, 2009.