Tesla has slashed the price of its self-driving technology to just $99 per month, down from $199, but the tech still requires a fully attentive driver behind the wheel.

Tesla’s autopilot and full self-driving (FSD) capability features come standard on every new Tesla. For those purchased before 2019, these features can be retrofitted.

While Tesla claims these features are designed to become more capable over time, they currently do not make the vehicle autonomous. FSD technology allows drivers to benefit from more active guidance and assisted driving, but there has to be an attentive driver who has both hands on the wheel and is prepared to take over at any moment.

While these features come as standard, they are not free. The electric vehicle giant has announced that the cost of its full self-driving package will drop from $199 to $99 per month in the US. As well as a monthly subscription, Tesla owners could also opt for a one-off fee of $12,000.

Once subscribed, owners would be able to...