Tesla Working on Driver Preference-Based Parking for Busy Lots

Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirmed on X that the company is developing new parking customization options through its Full Self-Driving suite, allowing drivers more control over where and how their vehicles park in busy lots.

What Happened

Musk announced July 21 that Tesla is working to improve FSD-based parking by letting drivers choose specific spaces and potentially the orientation of their vehicle when pulling in. The system will learn individual driver preferences from past behavior—if a driver consistently parks farther away from businesses to avoid crowded areas, the FSD suite will eventually recognize and replicate that habit. These updates also extend to routing preferences through Tesla's 2026 Summer Update, which includes Automatic Navigation and Preferred Routes features.

Why It Matters

For owners in communities or workplaces with assigned parking spaces, current FSD parking can struggle when multiple similar spots are available. By incorporating driver preferences, Tesla aims to reduce unnecessary interventions—cases where the system makes technically correct but undesired decisions. The change addresses a common complaint that FSD often parks correctly but not where drivers actually want their vehicles.

The Bottom Line

Tesla is moving toward a more personalized FSD experience by factoring in individual parking habits rather than relying solely on what the system deems optimal. Musk indicated these features are coming soon, though no specific timeline was provided.