Tesla's Autopilot uses cameras, radar and ultrasonic sensors to support two major features: Traffic-Aware Cruise Control and Autosteer. Traffic-Aware Cruise Control, also known as adaptive cruise control, maintains a safe distance between the car and other vehicles that are driving ahead of it.

Do Tesla's actually drive themselves?

Do Tesla's Drive Themselves? Yes they do! But at present, they require human supervision to take over when the car makes a mistake. In the future, when level 5 full self-driving is reached, Tesla vehicles will not require a human to take over and may not even have a steering wheel at all.

How can Tesla drive itself?

To enable, shift your car into PARK and tap Controls > Autopilot > Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control (Beta), then engage Traffic-Aware Cruise Control or Autosteer.