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Tesla will require new buyers to subscribe to FSD after February 14, ending the lifetime purchase option.
Three Tesla owners told Business Insider they have mixed feelings about the switch, from frustration to enthusiasm.
Leslie Snipes said the shift worries her due to past inoperable camera issues and ongoing safety concerns.
Scott Anderson plans to use FSD on long trips and expects the price to possibly drop with more tech.
Nikki Lindgren, an early FSD purchaser, may skip upgrades unless ownership can transfer to a new car.
Analyst Seth Goldstein says the move signals growing confidence in Tesla's technology and could lead to bundles.
Morningstar's Goldstein expects price to rise with new capabilities, not lower for consumers.
The report frames the subscription model as a staged rollout for broader FSD access.
Tesla's broader self-driving deadlines continue, including robotaxis in more cities and Cybercab rollout.

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The Boring Company is studying a tunnel under I-80 from Reno to Tesla’s Gigafactory to ease traffic, per Fortune.
The study, paid by EDAWN, seeks a transportation alternative to the Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center area.
Officials say the project remains conceptual with no disclosed tunnel length or cost.
The venture could leverage Nevada’s regulatory environment and private funding to test new transport options.
Traffic has risen on I-80 as data centers expand near the center, prompting calls for alternatives.
Tesla and Panasonic are discussing commuter rail alongside the proposed tunnel as a regional solution.
NDOT and RTC Washoe officials have been briefed on potential rail and road alternatives, with cautious support.
The Reno proposal is one of several options under consideration to relieve congestion near the Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center.
Public safety and environmental concerns are part of the ongoing conversations around tunnel construction.
Fortune notes the Reno tunnel plan remains unofficial until more details emerge from ongoing studies.

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The piece spotlights Morgan Supersport as a vintage‑styled, modern‑performance car that bucks the trend of contemporary design.
Jeep Wrangler is highlighted for keeping a solid axle, contrasting with many rivals that moved to independent suspensions.
Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat is noted for resisting the downsizing trend with a big V8 engine.
Honda Civic Type R remains a no‑AWD example, relying on a front‑wheel drive setup with a manual transmission.
GMA T.33 is singled out for a modern car with a NA V12 and a manual transmission, a rare combo today.
Porsche 911 keeps a rear‑engine layout, a longstanding trait that defies modern downsizing pressures.
Tesla Model S is credited with helping mainstream electric vehicles, despite EVs now being widespread.
Mazda Miata is praised for staying small and lightweight as a core identity against trends toward bigger cars.
Mercedes‑Benz R63 AMG is cited as a rare high‑performance minivan that failed to catch on.
Porsche 911 recall highlights its enduring rear‑engine concept as a signature approach resisting mainstream changes.
Model S is named among influential EVs that helped establish mass‑market electric driving.

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The piece argues FSD should be a genuine software license owned by the customer, not tied to a VIN.
A financially accessible Model 2/Model Y variant is favored to broaden EV affordability.
A 6/7-seat large SUV family vehicle is proposed to improve seating and storage.
A Roadster delivery and real-world availability are emphasized over mere reveals.
FSD computer upgrades for HW3 are proposed to extend vehicle longevity and reduce e-waste.
MCU 4 upgrade and improved 360-degree Bird’s Eye View are suggested for better in-car UX.
V2H and V2L power-sharing support across more models is urged.
Native Starlink integration and an in-car App Store are proposed to expand connectivity and apps.
Tesla Theater expansion and Steam game support are advocated for in-car entertainment.
In-app energy visibility and integrated features for wraps, sounds, and home energy are called for.

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