As of January 2026, Tesla has officially removed Autosteer from the base package in the U.S. and Canada.
NEWS: Tesla has officially discontinued Autopilot in the U.S. and Canada. All new car purchases now come standard with Traffic-Aware Cruise Control.
— Sawyer Merritt (@SawyerMerritt) January 23, 2026
The online configurator has now been updated to allow buyers to choose the $99/month FSD subscription, while still offering the… pic.twitter.com/I4so2m6vkk
The Key Changes:
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New Standard: All new Tesla purchases now come only with Traffic-Aware Cruise Control. This means the car will maintain speed and distance from the vehicle in front, but it will not steer for you within the lane.
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The "Luxe Package" Exception: Higher-end models like the Model S, Model X, and Cybertruck Cyberbeast currently still include FSD (Supervised) as part of their premium trim, but this could change after the February 14th deadline.
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30-Day Free Trial: New buyers will still receive a 30-day trial of FSD (Supervised) to experience the full suite of features before being asked to pay.
FSD Pricing: The February 14th Deadline
Tesla is moving toward a subscription-only model for its advanced driving features.
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Current Purchase Price: You can still buy FSD outright for $8,000, but only until February 14, 2026.
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The Subscription: After Valentine’s Day, the $8,000 "buy-it-and-keep-it" option is expected to vanish. FSD will only be available for $99/month.
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FSD Transfers: Tesla has announced that the ability to transfer existing FSD licenses to a new vehicle will end on March 31, 2026.
Reddit & Community Reaction: "The End of an Era"
The news has sparked heated debates across Reddit's r/TeslaMotors and r/TeslaLounge. Here’s a pulse check on what owners are saying:
1. Forced Subscriptions
Many users are frustrated, viewing this as a move to "nickel and dimed" customers. One Redditor noted, "Removing Autosteer is a huge step back. Basic lane centering is standard on a $25,000 Toyota or Kia. Making it a subscription on a Tesla feels greedy."
2. The "Safety" Argument
Some speculate that Tesla is killing "Autopilot" to consolidate its software. By moving everyone to FSD (Supervised), Tesla uses a single software stack that is more advanced and, arguably, safer than the aging Autopilot code.
3. Is the $8,000 Buy-In Worth It?
With the $99/month subscription, it takes nearly 7 years to break even on an $8,000 purchase. Since most people trade in their cars before then—and FSD adds very little to resale value—many community members argue that the subscription was already the smarter choice.
Summary Table: Tesla Driver Assist Options (Post-Jan 2026)
| Feature | Standard (Free) | FSD Subscription ($99/mo) |
| Speed/Distance Control (TACC) | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Lane Centering (Autosteer) | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Auto Lane Change | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| City Street Steering | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Traffic Light/Stop Sign Control | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
Final Thoughts for Buyers
If you rely on lane-centering for long highway commutes, the loss of Basic Autopilot is a significant blow. You now have to factor an extra $1,200/year into your "fuel savings" math if you want the car to steer itself.
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