2026 Tesla Model 3 FSD Test Drive POV | You Have to See This

Hands-Free? 2026 Tesla Model 3 FSD 14.2.2.4 Real-World Test Drive | Behind the EV Wheel In this episode of Behind the EV Wheel, I take a full, real-world test drive of a 2026 Tesla Model 3 equipped with Hardware 4 and Full Self-Driving version 14.2.2.4 to compare it directly with my 2022 Tesla Model 3 running FSD 12.6.4 on Hardware 3. Is Tesla’s newest FSD stack truly next level? Has Hardware 4 made a meaningful difference in autonomy performance? Can Tesla now handle complex parking lot scenarios like Costco without intervention? This is a raw, minimally edited video. Some parts are blank video with audio only because TESLA requested the removal of Tesla staff seen on camera, but it is an authentic drive experience filmed at Tesla Milford, Connecticut. You’ll see the system operate in city streets, under traffic conditions, in retail parking lots, and in real decision-making moments, including when I had to intervene. If you are considering buying or leasing a 2026 Tesla Model 3, this episode gives you an honest comparison from a long-term Tesla owner and EV enthusiast. In this episode, we cover: 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium Rear Wheel Drive Tesla Hardware 4 vs Hardware 3 comparison FSD 14.2.2.4 real-world behavior Mad Max driving profile Expanded FSD visualization mode Parking lot autonomy test Costco parking lot intervention moment Whole Foods successful parking space navigation Tesla lease vs financing discussion Robotaxi's future implications Tesla AI and robotics direction EV ownership cost realities Timestamp Chapters 00:00 Heading to Tesla for the 2026 Model 3 test drive 02:30 Tesla service center Interior walkthrough and in-car no-stalk design changes 05:45 Activating FSD 14.2.2.4 and speed profiles 10:30 Setting destination and first autonomous drive 12:00 Real-world city driving impressions 17:30 Costco parking lot autonomy test intervention 21:30 Intervention required and parking analysis 24:00 Hardware 4 camera and visualization differences 31:00 Tesla AI, robotics, and future autonomy discussion 33:30 Whole Foods parking lot success 35:00 Returning to Tesla Milford 41:30 Post-drive discussion with Tesla advisor 47:00 Lease vs buy breakdown 52:00 Rear wheel drive vs premium comparison 57:00 Final thoughts and pricing overview Tesla continues evolving from an automotive manufacturer into an AI-driven autonomy and robotics company. Full Self Driving is no longer just a feature. It is the foundation of Tesla’s long-term Robotaxi network and intelligence platform. As a long-time EV owner, from a Nissan Leaf to a Tesla Model 3, I share practical insights on maintenance costs, battery performance, ownership experience, and the real-world evolution of autonomy. If you value authentic EV testing, AI autonomy analysis, and deep technology conversations, subscribe to more episodes of Behind the EV Wheel. Let me know in the comments Would you trust Tesla's FSD to be hands-free in 2026?