Tesla has begun rolling out some map updates, including a brand new geographic area. These updates include two regional map updates, with one confirming Tesla’s entry into India and the other improving the maps in Europe.
Indian Launch
The biggest addition is a new map region for India, which was discovered by Tesla hacker Greentheonly. This move, while seemingly minor, is a prerequisite for Tesla launching vehicles in the region.
For years, discussions about Tesla’s arrival in India have focused on manufacturing plans, import duties, and retail store plans. However, the vehicles themselves must all be technically ready for the region.
This is more than just data entry; it involves integrating local points of interest, Tesla’s internal routing logic, and displaying regional road information correctly. In past market entries, Tesla has activated the necessary navigation regions in its software shortly before officially launching in a country, and just this morning, news broke that Tesla will open its first showroom in India.
On July 15th, Tesla will open its first showroom in Mumbai, marking its entry into the Indian market.
For those who have imported Tesla vehicles in advance of the official market entry, this means they will finally receive official maps and navigation support, and will likely begin receiving official software updates in the near future.
European Maps Update
In addition to the India map update, Tesla has also starting roll out a map update for Europe. The new map update for Europe is version EU-2025.14, bringing users up from EU-2025.2.
You’ll need to connect to WiFi in order to download map updates and similar to software updats, Tesla will roll them out gradually. If you want to learn more about map updates, be sure to check out our Tesla maps and navigaiton guide.
This map update will likely be fairly minor, but it should include newer roads, speed limits and more details. It could also include additional information that’s required for launching FSD in Europe.
While map updates aren’t as exciting as FSD updates or major software updates like the upcoming Grok AI update, they’re especially useful for Tesla owners who travel on new roads that may not be in Tesla’s current map version.
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Tesla has officially scheduled its 2025 Annual Shareholder Meeting for Thursday, November 6, 2025. The date was confirmed in an 8-K form filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission this week. Shareholders can expect to begin receiving official notifications by email or letter this week.
While we don’t know what, if anything, is up for vote this year, shareholders should ensure their investment accounts are linked up at ir.tesla.com if they plan to vote on upcoming proposals.
While these meetings cover standard corporate governance, they’ve also become a key venue for Tesla to share updates on its future projects.
Let’s take a look back at Tesla’s 2024 shareholder meeting to see what we can expect for 2025.
A Look Back: Shareholder Meeting 2024
The 2024 Shareholder Meeting was packed with news and updates. Some of the highlights included details on Cybercab, the first mentions of AI5, and the move of Tesla’s incorporation to Texas following the re-ratification of Elon’s 2018 compensation plan.
The 2025 meeting may provide progress updates on several key items.
First up is the final status of Elon Musk’s pay package. While it was successfully re-ratified following the 2024 Meeting, the Court of Delaware ruled against it, creating a legal situation that resulted in Tesla amending its letter of incorporation and moving to Texas.
While the messy legal situation hasn’t been completely sorted out yet, there’s a chance we could see more on this at the 2025 Meeting.
Next up is a status update on the Robotaxi Network pilot, as well as progress for Tesla’s Cybercab program. We’ve seen early prototype castings for the Cybercab outside Giga Texas, and they recently provided an updated timeline in their 2024 Impact Report. This is going to be the next big step for Tesla’s growth as it starts its Robotaxi service business.
The Tesla Semi and Tesla Energy are also two massive programs undergoing upgrades and revamps. The volume production of Semi is supposed to begin by the end of 2025, and Tesla is constantly working on expanding Tesla Energy’s manufacturing footprint to meet the never-ending demand for Megapack and Powerwall. We’re anticipating some major updates here, along with some updates on Tesla’s next-generation battery tech, including the Gen 3 Cybercell that includes dry-cathode manufacturing.
There’s a lot to be excited about - and November 6th is the day we may find out a lot about Tesla’s future products. The meeting will be a big event that we’ll cover in detail, so don’t worry, even if you miss it. We’ll have a full set of recap notes and longer in-depth articles following the event, as usual.
A newly spotted, shrink-wrapped Tesla Semi sitting outside the pilot production facility in Nevada has us thinking that the program is entering its next phase. The new Semi, spotted by longtime Semi tracker Zane Hinrichs, appears to be the refreshed version of the Tesla Semi, likely featuring the previously mentioned sleeper cab variant.
Most likely, this isn’t another prototype. When viewed alongside Tesla’s recent 2024 Impact Report, ongoing factory finalization, and updates to Tesla’s 2024 VIN filings with the NHTSA, this new vehicle is a sign that Tesla is shifting from low-volume builds to mass production.
Refreshed Semi
Tesla’s 2024 Impact Report mentioned that it had concluded its pilot builds with its initial tranche of customers, including PepsiCo. Now, the focus was on the final production variants, which incorporated improvements and lessons learned from the pilot program. The shrink-wrapped truck above features subtle design differences, such as a revised front bumper, leading us to believe it’s the updated Semi truck we’ve been waiting for.
Tesla is preparing for a more diverse vehicle lineup. In late 2024, Tesla updated its NHTSA VIN list to include two distinct codes for the Semi’s Day Cab, a shorter and longer version of the semi truck. This, alongside the previous confirmations of a dedicated European model and the development of a sleeper cab, shows Tesla’s intent to build a whole family of Semis that fit a variety of use cases.
Semi Factory
Additionally, the dedicated Semi factory at Giga Nevada is nearing completion. An update from Tesla in April showed off the almost complete building, with additional internal production equipment being installed inside. This new facility will be responsible for the production of up to 50,000 Tesla Semis per year, once ramped.
While the original day cab has been the public face of the program, the recently spotted shrink-wrapped truck likely shows one of the additional variants. The truck pictured may include a sleeper cab, which is essentially designed for long-haul routes.
Tesla also offers variants with both high and low aero fairings for the Semi's roof, which can be seen behind the Semi in the photo. High fairings help smooth the airflow over the top of containers, while the low fairings help improve aerodynamics with lower-height loads by reducing the front face of the Semi.
However, the most significant improvements in this refreshed model will likely be internal. These will be focused on updating the battery, improving manufacturing efficiencies, and preparing the Semi for FSD support. The wait for the Semi to become a common sight on Southern-US U.S. highways may be near an end, as all signs point to the beginning of full-scale production.
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