Elon Musk: Tesla to End FSD One-Time Purchase, Moving to Subscription-Only Model After Feb 14
On January 14, 2026, Elon Musk announced that Tesla will officially discontinue the one-time purchase option for Full Self-Driving (Supervised) after February 14, 2026.
Following this deadline, the software will transition exclusively to a monthly subscription model.
Key details regarding this shift include:
Final Deadline: Customers have until February 14, 2026, to secure FSD as a one-time purchase.
Current Pricing: The one-time purchase is currently priced at $8,000, while the monthly subscription is $99.
Existing Owners: While not explicitly detailed in the initial announcement, existing one-time purchases are expected to remain active for those who already own the software.
Feature Access: The subscription continues to offer the same suite of features, including Navigate on Autopilot, Auto Lane Change, Autopark, and Actually Smart Summon.
Strategic Shift: This move follows a broader company focus on recurring software revenue and increasing the "take rate" of FSD by removing high upfront costs.