Tesla to Factor FSD Value into Luxe-Package Model S, X and Cyberbeast Trade-Ins
Tesla will include licensed Full Self-Driving software as a valuation factor for trade-in offers on 2026 Model S and Model X vehicles and Cyberbeast Cybertruck trims equipped with the Luxe package. The company also extended free FSD transfer eligibility to buyers placing orders by the March 31 deadline.
1. New FSD Trade-In Valuation Policy
Tesla will now consider active Full Self-Driving software when estimating trade-in values for 2026 Model S and Model X vehicles and the Cyberbeast trim of the Cybertruck, provided they carry the Luxe package. This change embeds software licensing as a tangible asset in residual value calculations.
2. Updated FSD Transfer Eligibility
Free FSD software transfers will remain available for customers who place new vehicle orders by March 31, even if delivery occurs after that date. This extension aims to accelerate order placement ahead of the cutoff while simplifying qualification criteria.
3. Production Shift to Optimus
Elon Musk has confirmed that production of the Model S and Model X lines will cease by the end of the quarter, freeing the Fremont plant to scale up assembly of the Optimus humanoid robot. This manufacturing pivot signals a strategic realignment of capital and capacity toward robotics.