Tesla Cybertruck Driver Claims Vehicle Autonomously Cut Off Police Officer on the Highway, Receives a Ticket Despite Asserting Self-Driving Capabilities
In a series of recent incidents, several owners of Tesla's Cybertruck have reported experiencing aggressive driving behavior while using the vehicle's Full Self-Driving (FSD) Hurry mode on highways.
Stephen Affolter, a resident of Georgetown, Texas, shared his experience after receiving a traffic ticket for an incident involving his Cybertruck cutting off a police car on the highway. According to Affolter, his vehicle was operating autonomously at the time, with the FSD driving mode set to Hurry. Despite his claim, the officer still issued him a ticket.
Seth Jackson, another Cybertruck owner, has also encountered similar issues while using FSD. Jackson wrote that the FSD does not care about hurrying, suggesting that the system may prioritise speed over safety in certain situations.
Tinsae Aregay, who follows Tesla and the EV space daily, has covered these incidents extensively. Aregay, who can be found on Twitter at @TinsaeAregay, has reported that most Cybertruck owners who complained about their vehicles' driving behavior while using FSD have selected the Hurry driving mode.
The frequent lane changes caused by Hurry mode can lead to discomfort or surprise for passengers and nearby drivers. In one instance, Stephen's Cybertruck activated its turn signal and moved to the left lane, despite an SUV already being in that lane. This incident occurred while the Cybertruck was using Tesla's latest FSD software.
To prevent their trucks from exhibiting risky behavior on the road, fellow Cybertruck owners have suggested measures such as switching from Hurry mode to Standard mode. Tiffany Boscan suggests this switch, while Brad Davis advises against using Hurry mode in traffic, as it is not considerate of other drivers or the speed limit.
Jonathan Joiner writes that if the Cybertruck is on Hurry mode, it will force itself into a tight gap, which can be dangerous in heavy traffic. Brad Burkman, another Cybertruck owner, stopped using FSD due to it causing too much stress. Mallory Sutton finds Hurry mode to be aggressive.
Tesla warns drivers not to rely completely on FSD and to remain attentive and ready to intervene, as the system is not fully autonomous or failsafe. Drivers are advised to use Hurry mode with caution and active supervision, prefer normal or standard FSD modes for smoother, more predictable behavior, and avoid Hurry mode in heavy traffic or complex driving situations.
In summary, while Hurry mode aims to speed up the FSD driving experience, it currently introduces increased lane-changing activity that can reduce smoothness and safety. Drivers of Cybertrucks using Hurry mode on highways should stay vigilant, prefer less aggressive driving modes in complex conditions, and be prepared to take over at any time. Many Cybertruck owners share that they find the Hurry mode too aggressive for their liking. Stephen shared his story on the "Cybertruck Owners Only" group on Facebook.
- The aggressive driving behavior experienced by some Tesla Cybertruck owners while using Full Self-Driving (FSD) Hurry mode on highways has led some to advise their fellow Cybertruck owners to switch from Hurry mode to Standard mode to prevent risky behavior on the road.
- Many Cybertruck owners have found Hurry mode to be too aggressive, resulting in increased lane-changing activity that can reduce smoothness and safety, especially in complex driving situations on highways.
