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Agree with above.
The hardware has been (and I imagine will continue to be) included on all newly-produced cars. One could imagine a scenario where the car could be upgraded to autopilot (for a fee) if someone for some reason didn't order Tech. Basic safety will be included, other features for extra price (Tech)
Overall, the Tech package price went up, but autopilot, parking sensors and fog lights got rolled into it, so the value/$ is greater IMHO. I know some might disagree, but I really have to question why it's even an option at this point. Maybe on the 60, but truly, how many cars are getting ordered without it?
85D with tech looks like the best bang for the buck to me. If that's out of price range, 60D isn't a bad option either!
It's not just about the sensors, but the actuators and the additional computers and communication to smoothly integrate all of it. Remember, the car now needs to be able to turn the steering wheel and push on the brakes. I'm pretty sure the vacuum brake booster and vacuum pump are gone, replaced with an electrical actuator/booster.I'd love to see pictures of the sensors, I want to get an impression of whether retrofit would be an option for Tesla to develop. I'm sure it needs additional work, but it's unclear how it would compare to a trade in.
I just got off the phone with my DS. Had to cancel my order and reorder with the "new" tech package in order to get the Autopilot features. Apparently the old (as in yesterday) tech package would have only provided me the lane departure and speed assist, no Autopilot. Glad I called...
Edit: The new order just went through and it specifically says "Tech Package with Autopilot" on the summary sheet.
Actually, you would be able to add the "SW" later... I confirmed this with my OA this morning...
Autopilot HW is now STANDARD on all Model S series
The blog also is pretty clear...
Good you "added" the SW now - but just as an FYI.
This whole thing is a garbled mess. She adamantly confirmed that my P85, due for production and delivery next month, which included the original tech package + parking sensors + fog lamps WOULD NOT have included Autopilot. It would have only included lane departure and speed assist. She told me if I wanted to compatible with the Autopilot SW upgrade coming later that I would need to modify my order and add the "new" tech package.