Tesla has started shipping its latest software update, which includes an updated to Autopilot that enable vehicles to automatically react to traffic lights and stop signs.
Software Update 2020.12.6 started rolling out in the U.S. on Friday to owners who have latest hardware 3 and the Full Self-Driving package.
The Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control feature was released last week to members of Tesla’s Early Access Program.
When the feature is enabled, vehicles automatically respond to traffic lights and stop signs. Drivers will still need to confirm safety when entering an intersection by pressing the gear stalk or accelerator pedal.
The release notes for Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control (Beta) are below:
“Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control is designed to recognize and respond to traffic lights and stop signs, slowing your car to a stop when using Traffic-Aware Cruise Control or Autosteer. This feature will slow the car for all detected traffic lights, including green, blinking yellow, and off lights. As your car approaches an intersection, your car will indicate the intention to slow down via a notification, slow down, and stop at the red line shown on the driving visualization.
To continue through the stop line, push down the gear selector once or briefly press the accelerator pedal to confirm that it is safe to proceed. As with all Autopilot features, you must continue to pay attention and be ready to take immediate action, including braking because this feature may not stop for all traffic controls. This feature will be conservative, slowdown often at first, and will not attempt to turn through intersections. Over time, as we learn from the fleet, the feature will control more naturally.
To enable, shift your car into PARK and tap Controls > Autopilot > Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control (Beta).”