Tesla will now automatically reroute you to less busy Superchargers in 2022.16

By Gabe Rodriguez Morrison
Tesla will now reroute you to less busy Superchargers
Tesla will now reroute you to less busy Superchargers
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If you don't have enough range to reach your destination, Tesla’s in-car navigation system will automatically calculate where you should stop in order to charge.

If the Supercharger you’re set to arrive at is suddenly too busy, Tesla's navigation will now reroute you to another Supercharger location that's within range.

This was first noticed in the 2022.16 update by @greentheonly, but owners are now seeing it in action.

According to a recent tweet by @cybrtrkguy, which shows a picture of their trip planner and the message, “Rerouting to a less busy Supercharger” in Sheffield, Ohio.

Tesla drivers will now know when a Supercharge station is congested and will have the option to change their route to reduce their total travel time.

Not only does Tesla know exactly how many vehicles are charging at each location. It also knows the charge level of each vehicle and it could estimate the wait time for a Supercharger based on how many Teslas are nearby with a low state of charge.

Based on all of this information Tesla can come up with great suggestions on the best place to charge to reduce your overall trip time.

Tesla’s Supercharger rerouting feature will be useful, especially as Tesla starts opening its Supercharger sites to non-Tesla vehicles.

Tesla recently chose to open up the Supercharger network to other car brands, which could add additional Supercharger congestion.

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In fact, Tesla now plans to add CCS (Combined Charging System) plugs to US-based Superchargers in order to make them even more compatible with other EV manufacturers.

With over 30,000 Superchargers (3,500 stations) reported at the end of 2021, Tesla undoubtedly operates the largest and most successful fast-charging networks.

While Tesla plans to solve Supercharger congestion by tripling the size of its network in the next few years, this new navigation feature will certainly help alleviate some Supercharger congestion.

This isn’t the only recent change to how Tesla calculates your route. In the 2022.16.2 software update, Tesla added forecasted crosswind, headwind, humidity and ambient temperature to improve its range calculations even further.

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Tesla Update 2024.38 - All the Undocumented Features

By Not a Tesla App Staff
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Every Tesla update is filled with new features, but often there are smaller improvements that aren’t missed in the release notes and go unnoticed. Now that most users, except those on some FSD releases, have received update 2024.38, we’re taking a look at some of the features that Tesla didn’t mention in their release notes.

Service History

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Tesla's new Service History, available through Tesla's Service Mode, lets owners and technicians add service records to the vehicle.

Each service record is permanent and can not be amended once it has been entered. You can enter a variety of service records, from simple owner-oriented tasks, such as windshield wiper replacements and adding washer fluid to motor or battery pack swaps. If you’re interested in learning more, read our deep dive into Service History.

With Tesla’s Holiday Update, Tesla also made this information viewable (read-only) for vehicle owners without the need to go into Service Mode. Owners can simply go to Controls > Service > Maintenance Summary to view their vehicle records.

Tesla App Commands

When you're in close proximity to your vehicle, commands issued from the Tesla app will now be executed quicker and more reliably by being sent over Bluetooth instead of relying on your phone’s and vehicle's internet connection.

This requires a recent version of the app, which can be Tesla app update 4.38 or higher.

This feature is available for both iPhone and Android and supports all vehicles except the legacy Model S and Model X.

Curve Assist

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In certain regions, Tesla has added a new Curvature Assist feature that allows the vehicle to perform sharper turns while on Autopilot. When the feature is active, the vehicle will display "Curvature Assist Active" in the visualization area.

Autopilot Hardware Version

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Up until now, it wasn't always easy to tell whether your vehicle had Autopilot hardware 3 or hardware 4. With update 2024.38, Tesla shows your vehicle's Autopilot hardware in the Software tab.

Simply go to Controls > Software, and underneath your car's VIN, you'll see the FSD hardware version of your car. The version can be cut off in some languages due to the longer text, but you can also tap the Additional Vehicle Information to view the Autopilot hardware version.

WiFi Diagnostics Tool

Tesla now includes a WiFi Diagnostics tool to help you improve your WiFi connection. It displays your connection’s status and speed and provides some tips.

To view WiFi Diagnostics, go to Control > Wi-Fi and tap on the blue Diagnostics link at the top.

The diagnostics tool allows you to see various details about the access point you're connecting to, your vehicle's MAC address, and your connection.

Improved Voice Recognition

Many users are also reporting voice recognition improvements in this update, especially in dialects other than American English. Tesla's voice command system now appears to better understand different accents and perform commands more reliably. While this isn’t the smart voice assistant we all wanted, many users are happy to be able to issue commands more reliably.

Photos and Video of Tesla’s Holiday Update 2024 - Part 2

By Not a Tesla App Staff
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Tesla released its holiday update to consumers yesterday, and this is part two of our review of some of the biggest features of the annual update.

If you missed Part 1, where we covered the updated Energy app, the weather radar overlay, the app’s new Dashcam viewer, and more, please be sure to check that out as well.

Nearby Parking

When viewing details for a Point of Interest (POI) on the map, you can now tap on “Nearby Parking’ to get directions to nearby parking lots or garages. This should make it easier to find parking for big events or busy areas.

Lower Volume in Reverse

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Tesla has added a new option under Controls > Safety that lets the vehicle automatically lower the volume of any audio being played when the vehicle goes into reverse. The option is right next to Joe Mode, which lowers the volume of all sounds like turn signals and Autopilot beeps.

Set Arrival Energy

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You can now choose the amount of energy you’d like to arrive with at your destination. Tesla will then take this into account when determining charging stops and charging times.

The Set Arrival Energy is a new option under trip details which you can get to by swiping up (or pressing the …) in the navigation module that shows your destination and ETA.

Adjust Passenger Seat On Screen

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Tesla has added a new Seats option to its settings. It appears that it has several purposes, not only letting you turn on/off seat heaters, but also letting you move the passenger seat forward and backward. This could be especially useful if you have a baby seat behind the passenger seat and sometimes need the extra room.

Unfortunately, there are no presets or memory, so you’ll need to adjust the seat each time. It does not allow you to adjust other seat functions, such as the seat back or lumbar support.

For the Model X, it also lets you move the middle seats backward or forward.

Vehicle Maintenance Summary

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Owners can now view their vehicle's maintenance history. This builds upon the Maintenance History feature Tesla added recently, which lets you add digital vehicle records when maintenance is performed. It includes a wide variety of items, from adding windshield washer fluid to replacing the vehicle’s battery or motor.

However, with the Holiday Update, Tesla is adding an easy-to-view “consumer” version of vehicle history that lets owners view maintenance records without having to go into Service Mode. The Vehicle Maintenance Summary is under Controls > Service > Maintenance and provides a read-only view for vehicle owners. You’ll have to go into Service Mode to add any maintenance records, which are permanent and can not be erased, even after a factory reset.

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When viewing the owner version of Maintenance Summary, owners can quickly view when tires were last rotated, when the cabin filter was replaced and more.

Autopilot Lane Changes

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In Europe, Tesla has added a new indicator light that shows which automatic lane changes are available. Whenever Autopilot is enabled, the vehicle will now display a light indicating which lanes are available for Automatic Lane Changes. The icon will start off gray, then turn green and show an arrow to the left, right, or both sides.

If you want to see other Holiday Update features in action, be sure to check out part 1 of this series, where we take a look at all the features of Tesla’s Holiday Update. You can also read the release notes for the Holiday update, version 2024.44.25.2

If you’ve noticed any additional changes in this update, definitely let us know. Thanks to Zer and teslaway for the photos of the new features.

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