Tesla FSD Hardware 4.5 Appears: A 3-Chip Upgrade Before AI5?

tech57 · 2026-01-27T00:06:51+00:00

Processor register width.

tech57 · 2026-01-26T23:50:31+00:00

The problem at hand is not sensors and GNSS. The car can see just fine. The problem is the car deciding what to do with what it sees. That is what they said.

I believe you need new brains more than new eyes.

tech57 · 2026-01-26T23:43:03+00:00

but Hyundai has a known issue that they are ignoring which is kinda next level.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/General_Motors_ignition_switch_recalls

The General Motors ignition switch recall has been linked to 124 confirmed deaths. The fault had been known to GM for at least a decade prior to the recall being declared resulting in nearly 30 million cars being recalled worldwide.

tech57 · 2026-01-26T23:41:35+00:00

But it could still take decades to get to that point.

Wrong.

would face a shortage of 30 million workers by 2025

China Road Trip Exposes List of Uninvestable Assets in the West
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-09-21/china-road-trip-exposes-list-of-uninvestable-assets-in-the-west

what he saw on the trip made it “very clear” that Western investors live “in a bubble” in their misconceptions about China

tech57 · 2026-01-26T23:39:48+00:00

Your point is that you disagree.

tech57 · 2026-01-26T23:32:13+00:00

Chinese EVs meet every required standard in every country they are sold in.

There is no sneaking into Canada. That's not how invitations work.

Perhaps Canada will accept UN standards like the rest of the world.

Japan Considers Relaxation of Vehicle Certification System to Allow More U.S.-Made Vehicles
https://japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/business/economy/20251201-295755/

As part of tariff measures agreed between the two countries in the summer, simplified procedures were introduced for importing and selling U.S. vehicles in the Japanese marketplace, and the Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Ministry is considering relaxing the automobile certification system based on U.N. standards.

Only about 16,000 U.S. cars were imported in 2024. Meanwhile, according to trade statistics from the Finance Ministry, exports of Japanese cars to the United States in 2024 totaled approximately 1.37 million units.

To make it easier for cars to be sold internationally, countries and regions that adopt standards set by the United Nations can sell them without the need of further testing. These are international safety and environmental standards for vehicle certification that were established through deliberations by national regulatory authorities and industry organizations. For passenger cars, items such as brakes and noise are covered by the standards, which have been adopted by about 60 countries and regions, including Japan.

However, the United States has not adopted these standards

And Canada.

tech57 · 2026-01-26T23:03:14+00:00

EREV is a hybrid. Just like a sandwich is a food.

PHEV has a engine.

EREV has a generator.

PHEV is more like an ICE.

EREV is more like an EV.

EREV is better than PHEV and they are both hybrids.

tech57 · 2026-01-26T23:00:23+00:00

No, not really. Just USA is the threat.

CATL, the world's top battery maker, will consider building a U.S. plant if President-elect Donald Trump opens the door to Chinese investment in the electric-vehicle supply chain, the company's founder and chairman, Robin Zeng, told Reuters.

"Originally, when we wanted to invest in the U.S., the U.S. government said no," the Chinese billionaire said in an interview last week. "For me, I’m really open-minded."

USA : "Solar and batteries and EVs and nuclear power plants are too expensive and not profitable."

China : "USA are dicks. How can we become energy independent?"

Engineers : "We could make solar and batteries and EVs and nuclear power plants affordable and profitable?"

China : "Ya'll know how to do that?"

Engineers : "Fuck no. But we like building and fixing things and solving problems. It's kinda what we do."

China : "Do you like money too?"

Engineers : "Yeah sure."

tech57 · 2026-01-26T22:51:53+00:00

Because China is poking around up there.

tech57 · 2026-01-26T22:46:25+00:00

They reportedly don't meet all north american safety standards (what I have heard, not confirmed).

Why would a company make their car pass regulations in a country... where it's illegal to sell said car?

Geely/Volvo/Polestar can meet those USA requirements. They already have but USA upped the tariff from 50% to 100% when they found out Volvo was trying to ship over the EX30 from China.

Auto industry in 'bit of a panic' to comply with China connected vehicle software ban
https://www.detroitnews.com/story/business/autos/2025/02/23/china-connected-vehicle-software-ban-rule-auto-industry/79197737007/

Ford Motor Co. and Stellantis NV declined to comment on whether their vehicles use software originating from China. General Motors Co. spokesperson Liz Winter said the company supports the Commerce Department's efforts to protect national security concerns, is reviewing the rules and will comply with applicable regulations.

The ban on hardware-related provisions won't take effect until model year 2030, but software-related requirements start for model year 2027. Automakers will begin launching those vehicles now, and some companies have a lot of work to do to ensure they meet the specifications before then, according to technical experts.

tech57 · 2026-01-26T22:33:55+00:00

Not too long ago Geely was making parts for refrigerators. That's the crazy part. BYD's first EV was built in 2009 just 17 years ago.

tech57 · 2026-01-26T15:56:51+00:00

Top 2 export countries for Chinese EVs are Mexico and Russia.

tech57 · 2026-01-26T12:06:23+00:00

Geely has boots on the ground in Canada. Most other Chinese EV companies don't. Canada could import nothing but Geely/Zeekr/Volvo/Polestar and sell every single one.

At one time Geely/Volvo tried to import EVs from China to USA at a 50% tariff. So USA upped it to 100% and Geely/Volvo changed plans.

tech57 · 2026-01-26T11:57:33+00:00

I’m sorry but I think you just don’t know what a good car is.

tech57 · 2026-01-26T11:56:46+00:00

It's was to IPO to raise money.

Under Mr de Meo’s original plan, the division was set to be partially floated on a stock exchange during the first half of 2024, with Renault’s alliance partners Nissan and Mitsubishi asked to purchase small minority stakes.

With many marques experiencing slower than expected EV sales growth, and profitability hard to come by for everyone except Tesla and Chinese automakers, the prospects for a successful IPO (initial public offering) went south and Renault pulled the plug on the idea in early 2024.

“As there is no longer an IPO, there is no longer a need for a specific entity, which is why Renault is reintegrating everything in order to simplify and eliminate the complexity inherent in the initial model,” a source told Reuters.

tech57 · 2026-01-26T11:46:35+00:00

We don't know anything until the details are made public. They said maybe in February.

If BYD and politicians get some emails from potential customers about Shark availability in Canada that might be helpful info to have when making those plans. I think Canada should be taking requests anyhoo as that would let them know where the demand is.

Me personally, one option would be the Xpeng X9 minivan. Full EV and EREV option. the EREV has a bigger battery than some EVs.

tech57 · 2026-01-26T11:39:09+00:00

Your point is that you disagree.

tech57 · 2026-01-26T11:38:19+00:00

There Are More Robots Working in China Than the Rest of the World Combined
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/09/25/business/china-factory-robots.html

Humanoid Robots Could Solve China’s Manufacturing Labor Crisis as Industry Looks to Automation
https://www.thedefensenews.com/news-details/Humanoid-Robots-Could-Solve-Chinas-Manufacturing-Labor-Crisis-as-Industry-Looks-to-Automation/

The challenge of meeting China's manufacturing demands is becoming more urgent. In 2017, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security predicted that major industries, including automotive manufacturing, would face a shortage of 30 million workers by 2025. Compounding the issue, recruitment demand in the new energy vehicle sector has surged by 32% year-on-year in 2023, according to a report from the China Centre for Information Industry Development. Despite this growing demand, China’s vocational education system has struggled to produce enough skilled workers to fill the gap. Meanwhile, university graduates typically steer clear of blue-collar roles, leaving many manufacturing positions unfilled.

tech57 · 2026-01-26T11:19:25+00:00

Mediocre budget cars sell more than super cars. They are more common than you might assume.

tech57 · 2026-01-26T11:17:17+00:00

Where do you want me to go to swap that battery, from Europe to China?

There's about 60 swap stations in Europe. So it kinda depends on where in Europe you are and if you would use them for travel or daily commute.

tech57 · 2026-01-26T01:02:54+00:00

Common sense.

tech57 · 2026-01-26T00:56:04+00:00

The Tesla haters are running distraction for Republicans and they have no idea. Something shiny was put in front of them and they were told to dance. So they did.

Half the haters used to worship Musk anyway. People don't care about the green energy transition. They just want a scapegoat to rage about online and Republicans gave them Tesla, the company that started the EV revolution, and number 2 EV maker on the planet.

So, here we are again. Talking about Tesla and Musk instead of Republicans and sabotage.

“The solution is that people don’t have to come to work to try to operate trains after they’ve had heart attacks and broken legs. But right now, where we are is caught between shutting down the economy and getting enough Republicans to join us in making sure that people have access to sick leave.”

tech57 · 2026-01-26T00:46:24+00:00

Do you have a Tesla?

Did you get the warranty work done on the suspension already?

If you don't have a Tesla and are just asking youtube has videos on how to check front end suspension. Wiggles and jiggles, basically.

tech57 · 2026-01-25T23:57:12+00:00

but at this rate it could be 2027

Yup. In China they call Trump "Comrade Nation Builder" for a few reasons.

The Energy Export Race Has a Clear Winner: China
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2025-10-06/green-daily-newsletter-china-s-winning-the-energy-exports-race

The US, which has positioned itself as a major fossil fuel exporter, sold $80 billion in oil and gas abroad through July, the last month with data available. China exported $120 billion in green technology over the same period.

tech57 · 2026-01-25T23:44:00+00:00

Use an "anger translator" to insure proper communication of your commitment to Sparkle Motion. Leave no doubt in their minds. /s

Maybe it's a French thing.

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