As we all know, AAA games have extremely high requirements for computer system configuration, and many thin and light notebooks are still unable to run games such as "The Witcher 3" and "Cyberpunk 2077" smoothly. However, in order to provide a "Passenger Play" system, Tesla has equipped many of its models with powerful car engine systems and chips.
It is reported that the processor used in the new Model S/X car computer comes from AMD, using AMD embedded APU + RDNA2 discrete graphics card chip combination, in the driver of 3A games, RDNA2 discrete graphics card computing power up to 10TFLOPS, and Sony PS5 host is comparable. And the car system is compatible with wireless control handles, which can run AAA masterpieces such as "The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt" and "Cyberpunk 2077" in any seat position.
Presumably, this feature has also caused many people to worry, many people think that Tesla's car entertainment function may distract drivers and increase the risk of collision accidents. Recently, the US auto safety regulator has begun a formal safety investigation into the 580,000 Tesla vehicles sold since 2017, because "Tesla allows passengers to play games on the front row center screen" because of the reason.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said its preliminary assessment covers Model 3, S, X and Y for 2017-2022. It has now been "confirmed that from December 2020, this feature will still be available during driving in vehicles equipped with Tesla Passenger Play", and until then, the game feature "will only be activated when the vehicle is stationary".
The Interstate Highway Safety Association (GHSA) then said they were pleased that NHTSA investigated Tesla's actions and wanted to remind all drivers to be vigilant when driving and keep their attention on the road." ”
Author comments
Tesla's original intention to provide "Passenger Play" is good, but if the car can also play through the front display while driving, it will definitely interfere with the driver's attention and cause danger. Presumably, the survey will lead Tesla to re-examine the safety of Passenger Play, providing drivers and passengers with solutions that are both safe and entertaining.
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