Last week, a TikTok video went viral featuring a man humorously claiming that the cameras on his Tesla allow him to see ghosts on his infotainment screen. It’s a captivating blend of tech and spookiness, with over 11 million views so far. Just in time for Halloween!
@evaneramagic I was NOT expecting this to work #tesla #spookyseason #ghosthunting ♬ original sound – Evan Era
It seems like a fun prank for teenagers this Halloween, especially if they’re looking to give their younger siblings a scare. However, one might question the logic behind this all—are ghosts really likely to be spotted in cemeteries, known for their eerie ambiance? Typically, ghostly apparitions are thought to roam places significant to their lives.
Earlier this year, a Tesla owner shared a video of their car mistakenly identifying a graveside vase filled with flowers as a pedestrian. This amusing mishap garnered 23 million views on TikTok, demonstrating how tech can sometimes have a mind of its own. Tesla’s object detection system is known for misinterpreting inanimate objects, and this is more common than you might think.
According to the Tesla Model 3 owner’s manual, the collision avoidance system can’t always detect all objects accurately. This has led to a phenomenon known as “phantom braking,” where the car suddenly stops due to false detections.
In fact, back in 2021, Tesla voluntarily recalled nearly 12,000 vehicles due to the potential for sudden braking caused by these false positives. Instances were reported on forums where users described their Tesla halting for shadows or merely the shadow of a passing bird—perhaps a crow straight out of a spooky story.
Fast forward to today, Tesla’s object detection system has evolved, no longer employing ultrasonic sensors. The new system provides high-definition spatial awareness and improved object differentiation, meaning we’re less likely to see petals mistaken for pedestrians, but who knows what else could pop up as a nighttime surprise!
In essence, our friendly neighborhood Teslas have taken a step into the mysterious, mixing up headstones with actual people as the darkness envelops the streets. And remember the TikTok influencer who tried a similar Halloween-themed video? It appears their charming decorations were confused for real souls too!
What affects Tesla’s ability to identify objects on the road correctly? The technology hinges on extensive real-world data, and adjustments to its algorithms are continuously in motion. For any enthusiasts keen to learn about advancements in this area, keeping an eye on updates from Tesla could be both insightful and entertaining.
Curious minds often wonder if Tesla’s object detection system can fail in other ways. What happens during bad weather or low-light conditions? Generally, the sensors may not perform optimally under adverse situations—though improvements are typically being made to mitigate these risks.
As we celebrate Halloween, it’s refreshing to see technology cross paths with fun and spooky antics on social media sites like TikTok, sparking laughter and excitement among viewers. If you’re intrigued by the world of electric vehicles and the quirks of their technology, dive deeper into related content at Moyens I/O.