2021.24.12 Release Notes

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Release Date

September 21, 2021

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Detect Emergency Vehicles

Tesla Detect Emergency Vehicles feature in update 2021.24.12
Available in specific regions
Models:
N/A

This is an undocumented change in this release.

Some vehicles with this release will now be able to detect and react to certain emergency vehicles while using Autopilot.

Disney+

Tesla Disney+ feature in update 2021.24.12
Available in specific regions
MCU 2
Models:
S
3
X
Y
MCU 2

You can now watch Disney+ in the Tesla Theater app. To launch Tesla Theater, tap the Entertainment icon in the Application Launcher and select the Theater tab while your car is in PARK.

Car Wash Mode

Tesla Car Wash Mode feature in update 2021.24.12
Available Worldwide
Models:
3
Y

Car Wash Mode closes all your windows, locks the charge port and disables windshield wipers, sentry mode, walk-away door locks and parking sensor chimes. For automatic car washes with conveyor belts, the Free Roll option shifts to Neutral and prevents the parking brake from automatically applying if you leave. To access Car Wash Mode, tap Controls > Service > Car Wash Mode.

Mirror Auto Dim

Tesla Mirror Auto Dim feature in update 2021.24.12
Available Worldwide
Models:
New S
3
Y

You can enable or disable automatic dimming for your mirrors. To access, tap Controls > Mirror > Mirror Auto Dim.

Dashcam Improvements

Tesla Dashcam Improvements feature in update 2021.24.12
Available Worldwide
Dashcam
Models:
S
3
X
Y
Dashcam

Dashcam can now automatically save clips whenever your vehicle detects the occurrence of a safety event (such as an accident or airbag deployment). Recordings captured are stored locally and never transmitted to Tesla. To opt-in, tap Controls > Safety & Security > Dashcam > AUTO. To learn more about how to setup and use Dashcam, please refer to the Owner's Manual.

Range Display

Tesla Range Display feature in update 2021.24.12
Available Worldwide
Models:
3
Y

You can now switch between battery percentage and distance units by tapping the range display next to the battery icon.

Remain Connected to Wi-Fi in Drive

Tesla Remain Connected to Wi-Fi in Drive feature in update 2021.24.12
Available Worldwide
Models:
S
3
X
Y

To remain connected to Wi-Fi when shifting into gear, tap Wi-Fi icon > Wi-Fi Settings > Remain Connected in Drive. This is especially useful for users who wish to use their hotspots for connectivity.

New Language Support

Tesla New Language Support feature in update 2021.24.12
Available Worldwide
Models:
S
3
X
Y

You can now select Hungarian, Romanian, and Russian as your language. To update your language setting, tap Controls > Display and select the desired option from the Language drop down menu.

Note: Your vehicle must be in PARK to change languages.

Dashcam Viewer

Tesla Dashcam Viewer feature in update 2021.24.12
Available Worldwide
Models:
New S

Watch saved Dashcam clips or Sentry Mode events directly from the touchscreen with the Dashcam Viewer. To launch, tap the Dashcam icon in the status bar and select "Launch Viewer" while the car is in PARK. If the car is in DRIVE, you will continue to save a clip by tapping the icon.

To view saved clips and events stored on your USB drive, tap the Menu icon in the upper left corner of the viewer. Each video is organized by location, date and thumbnail for easy access. For additional filtering options, tap the "Dashcam" or "Sentry" tabs.

Select a clip or event to play the corresponding video. To select video from a particular camera, tap the associated thumbnail marked Front, Rear, Left or Right. Play, pause or scroll by using the video controls at the bottom of the player. To delete a video, tap the trash icon in the bottom right corner of the video player.

Autopark

Tesla Autopark feature in update 2021.24.12
Available Worldwide
Models:
New S

Your vehicle can now automatically park in parallel and perpendicular spots. While driving below 15 mph (25 km/h), the instrument cluster will display a parking icon if it detects a potential parking spot. To initiate Autopark, tap-and-hold the Autopark button in the shift panel, and release the steering yoke. For more information on Autopark, please refer to the Owner's Manual.

Navigation Route

Tesla Navigation Route feature in update 2021.24.12
Models:
N/A

You can now toggle your route between side roads, main roads, ground-level roads and elevated routes for more navigation flexibility. To activate, select a route and your options will appear next to the map if available. For your safety, this feature is not available when Autopilot is engaged.

Note: Before this feature can be enabled, the latest version of Navigation maps must be downloaded via WiFi.

Navigation Voice Guidance

Tesla Navigation Voice Guidance feature in update 2021.24.12
Models:
N/A

Voice guidance will now provide more details along your route, such as speed radar locations, traffic light cameras and bus lane detections. To deactivate and return to the previous experience, tap Controls > Navigation > Simplified Voice Navigation.

Navigation Lane Guidance

Tesla Navigation Lane Guidance feature in update 2021.24.12
Models:
N/A

Lane guidance display will now show more lane types when a route is active for a more informative and accurate driving experience.

2023.44.25.1 Release Notes

Custom Lock Sounds

Tesla Custom Lock Sounds feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Replace the horn lock sound of your vehicle with another sound—like a screaming goat.

High Fidelity Park Assist

Tesla High Fidelity Park Assist feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Availability TBD
Models:
S?
3
X?
Y

See a 3D reconstruction of your surroundings while parking.

Castle Doombad

Tesla Castle Doombad feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Castle Doombad is now available in the Tesla Arcade.

LAN Party on Wheels

Tesla LAN Party on Wheels feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
New S
New 3
New X

Play your favorite games on the rear touchscreen.

Apple Podcasts

Tesla Apple Podcasts feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Listen to millions of the world's most popular podcasts. Apple Podcasts for Tesla syncs with your favorite Apple devices, so you can seamlessly follow shows, save episodes, and pick up right where you left off. Browse new and noteworthy podcasts or explore what's trending on Top Charts.

From the Application Launcher, open the Apple Podcasts app, scan the QR code, and log in with your Apple ID. Premium Connectivity required.

Rear Passenger Headphones

Tesla Rear Passenger Headphones feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
New S
New 3
New X

Passengers in the back seat can listen on wireless Bluetooth headphones when watching the Theater app on the rear touchscreen. The rest of the vehicle can continue to listen to other audio from the front.

Pair your headphones at App Launcher > Rear Display > Settings > Add New Headphones. To listen, turn on the headphones (up to two), open a Theater app on the rear screen, and hit play.

Tesla Arcade Updates

Tesla Tesla Arcade Updates feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

-Beach Buggy Racing - Unlock new vehicles and tracks. Your racing vehicle now matches the color you've set in Toybox > Colorizer.

-Polytopia Diplomacy Update — Explore new options for peaceful and hostile interactions, from peace treaties and embassies to stealth infiltration and guerrilla warfare.

-Vampire Survivors Chilling Update - Melt hordes of snowmen and defend against ice monsters in the new wintry Whiteout map, along with a new character, achievements, and items to collect.

-PS4, PS5, and Xbox Controllers - Feel more immersed in the action with rumble effects in select Tesla Arcade games.

To pair a controller, open the Bluetooth panel and follow the instructions.

Availability varies by model and location.

Automatic 911 Calls

Tesla Automatic 911 Calls feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Your vehicle will call 911 if an accident triggers the airbags.

A countdown timer allows you to cancel the call before it's placed if you don't need 911.

This feature works automatically when your mobile phone is connected to your vehicle via Bluetooth.

Speed Cameras on Your Route

Tesla Speed Cameras on Your Route feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Navigation now includes symbols along your route to show speed cameras, stop signs, and traffic lights.

To see this route information, you must have Navigation > Online Routing turned on. Requires Premium Connectivity.

Trip Planner on Mobile App

Tesla Trip Planner on Mobile App feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Use the Tesla mobile app to plan a trip.

Go to Location > Navigate and enter a destination. For multiple stops or to make changes, simply Edit Trip > Add Stop. If needed, Trip Planner will also include charging stops along the way. Then choose Send to Car to share it with your vehicle.

Requires Tesla app 4.27.5+ to add multiple stops to a trip.

More Cameras in Live Camera View

Tesla More Cameras in Live Camera View feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

When you view your vehicle surroundings from the Tesla app, now you'll have access to the left and right pillar cameras.

On your vehicle touchscreen, go to Controls > Safety > View Live Camera via Mobile App. Then you can view from the app on your phone.

Live Camera is end-to-end encrypted and can't be accessed by Tesla. Requires Tesla app 4.27.5+ and Premium Connectivity.

Automatic Blind Spot Camera

Tesla Automatic Blind Spot Camera feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

The blind spot camera view now alerts you with red shading along the edge when your turn signal is on and your vehicle detects an object or another vehicle in your blind spot.

Go to Controls > Autopilot > Automatic Blind Spot Camera.

Light Show

Tesla Light Show feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Time to celebrate with the latest Light Show to the tune of The Arrival by Irving Victoria.

Play it right away, or schedule the show up to 10 minutes in advance, with one vehicle or synced with friends. Go to Toybox > Light Show.

Light Show enthusiasts can now play multiple custom Light Shows from the same USB flash drive. Simply save the show files to a directory named ""LightShow"" on your flash drive, connect, and choose.

Shuffle Play in TIDAL

Tesla Shuffle Play in TIDAL feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Shuffle your TIDAL playlists and albums.

Apple and Spotify Profile Image

Tesla Apple and Spotify Profile Image feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

In Apple Music and Spotify, you can show your account profile image to indicate which account you're using for each.

Availability varies by model and location.

Search Includes Owner's Manual

Tesla Search Includes Owner's Manual feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

When you use Controls > Search on the touchscreen, your results now include links to entries in the Owner's Manual, in addition to results with vehicle settings. So you can find the setting you want or learn more about it.

Charging Location Filters

Tesla Charging Location Filters feature in update 2023.44.25.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

When you search the vehicle map for charging locations, you can now filter between two charging speeds: Three lightning bolts shows locations with more than 70 kW. One lightning bolt shows locations with 70 kW or less.

2023.44.25 Release Notes

This is an early look at the features in this year's holiday update. There may be additional features that require specific hardware that are not shown here yet.

Custom Lock Sounds

Tesla Custom Lock Sounds feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Replace the horn lock sound of your vehicle with another sound—like a screaming goat.

High Fidelity Park Assist

Tesla High Fidelity Park Assist feature in update 2023.44.25
Availability TBD
Models:
S?
3
X?
Y

See a 3D reconstruction of your surroundings while parking.

Castle Doombad

Tesla Castle Doombad feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Castle Doombad is now available in the Tesla Arcade.

LAN Party on Wheels

Tesla LAN Party on Wheels feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
New S
New 3
New X

Play your favorite games on the rear touchscreen.

Apple Podcasts

Tesla Apple Podcasts feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Listen to millions of the world's most popular podcasts. Apple Podcasts for Tesla syncs with your favorite Apple devices, so you can seamlessly follow shows, save episodes, and pick up right where you left off. Browse new and noteworthy podcasts or explore what's trending on Top Charts.

From the Application Launcher, open the Apple Podcasts app, scan the QR code, and log in with your Apple ID. Premium Connectivity required.

Rear Passenger Headphones

Tesla Rear Passenger Headphones feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
New S
New 3
New X

Passengers in the back seat can listen on wireless Bluetooth headphones when watching the Theater app on the rear touchscreen. The rest of the vehicle can continue to listen to other audio from the front.

Pair your headphones at App Launcher > Rear Display > Settings > Add New Headphones. To listen, turn on the headphones (up to two), open a Theater app on the rear screen, and hit play.

Tesla Arcade Updates

Tesla Tesla Arcade Updates feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

-Beach Buggy Racing - Unlock new vehicles and tracks. Your racing vehicle now matches the color you've set in Toybox > Colorizer.

-Polytopia Diplomacy Update — Explore new options for peaceful and hostile interactions, from peace treaties and embassies to stealth infiltration and guerrilla warfare.

-Vampire Survivors Chilling Update - Melt hordes of snowmen and defend against ice monsters in the new wintry Whiteout map, along with a new character, achievements, and items to collect.

-PS4, PS5, and Xbox Controllers - Feel more immersed in the action with rumble effects in select Tesla Arcade games.

To pair a controller, open the Bluetooth panel and follow the instructions.

Availability varies by model and location.

Automatic 911 Calls

Tesla Automatic 911 Calls feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Your vehicle will call 911 if an accident triggers the airbags.

A countdown timer allows you to cancel the call before it's placed if you don't need 911.

This feature works automatically when your mobile phone is connected to your vehicle via Bluetooth.

Speed Cameras on Your Route

Tesla Speed Cameras on Your Route feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Navigation now includes symbols along your route to show speed cameras, stop signs, and traffic lights.

To see this route information, you must have Navigation > Online Routing turned on. Requires Premium Connectivity.

Trip Planner on Mobile App

Tesla Trip Planner on Mobile App feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Use the Tesla mobile app to plan a trip.

Go to Location > Navigate and enter a destination. For multiple stops or to make changes, simply Edit Trip > Add Stop. If needed, Trip Planner will also include charging stops along the way. Then choose Send to Car to share it with your vehicle.

Requires Tesla app 4.27.5+ to add multiple stops to a trip.

More Cameras in Live Camera View

Tesla More Cameras in Live Camera View feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

When you view your vehicle surroundings from the Tesla app, now you'll have access to the left and right pillar cameras.

On your vehicle touchscreen, go to Controls > Safety > View Live Camera via Mobile App. Then you can view from the app on your phone.

Live Camera is end-to-end encrypted and can't be accessed by Tesla. Requires Tesla app 4.27.5+ and Premium Connectivity.

Automatic Blind Spot Camera

Tesla Automatic Blind Spot Camera feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

The blind spot camera view now alerts you with red shading along the edge when your turn signal is on and your vehicle detects an object or another vehicle in your blind spot.

Go to Controls > Autopilot > Automatic Blind Spot Camera.

Light Show

Tesla Light Show feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Time to celebrate with the latest Light Show to the tune of The Arrival by Irving Victoria.

Play it right away, or schedule the show up to 10 minutes in advance, with one vehicle or synced with friends. Go to Toybox > Light Show.

Light Show enthusiasts can now play multiple custom Light Shows from the same USB flash drive. Simply save the show files to a directory named ""LightShow"" on your flash drive, connect, and choose.

Shuffle Play in TIDAL

Tesla Shuffle Play in TIDAL feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Shuffle your TIDAL playlists and albums.

Apple and Spotify Profile Image

Tesla Apple and Spotify Profile Image feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

In Apple Music and Spotify, you can show your account profile image to indicate which account you're using for each.

Availability varies by model and location.

Search Includes Owner's Manual

Tesla Search Includes Owner's Manual feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

When you use Controls > Search on the touchscreen, your results now include links to entries in the Owner's Manual, in addition to results with vehicle settings. So you can find the setting you want or learn more about it.

Charging Location Filters

Tesla Charging Location Filters feature in update 2023.44.25
Models:
S
3
X
Y

When you search the vehicle map for charging locations, you can now filter between two charging speeds: Three lightning bolts shows locations with more than 70 kW. One lightning bolt shows locations with 70 kW or less.

2023.44.1 Release Notes

Single Pull to Start Autopilot

Tesla Single Pull to Start Autopilot feature in update 2023.44.1
Available Worldwide
Models:
S
1st Gen 3
X
Y

You can set Autopilot to start when you pull down the right stalk once, rather than twice. To choose this setting, go to Controls > Autopilot > Autopilot Activation > Single Pull.

Be aware that with Single Pull, when Autopilot Features is set to Autosteer (Beta), you'll bypass Traffic-Aware Cruise Control. Similarly when Autopilot Features is set to Full Self-Driving (Beta), you'll bypass Autosteer (Beta) and Traffic-Aware Cruise Control.

With Single Pull, when you cancel Autosteer (Beta) or Full Self-Driving (Beta), whether you take over the steering or push up the stalk one time - you'll immediately return to manual driving.

As with all Autopilot features, you must continue to pay attention and be ready to take immediate action including canceling the feature and returning to manual driving.

Speed Assist

Tesla Speed Assist feature in update 2023.44.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Speed Assist now leverages your car's cameras to detect speed limit signs. This improves the accuracy of speed limit data on local roads and highways in select countries. Detected speed limit signs will be displayed in the driving visualization.

Destination Charging Availability

Tesla Destination Charging Availability feature in update 2023.44.1
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Destination Charging sites that charge on a pay-per-use basis now show how many stalls are available.

Service Mode Improvements

Tesla Service Mode Improvements feature in update 2023.44.1
Available Worldwide
Service Mode
Models:
S
3
X
Y
Service Mode

Service Mode has been updated with various new panels and improvements.

The new panels include a new software section that lets you verify the software version installed and diagnose issues related to infotainment center, Autopilot and maps. There is a new section for 'High Voltage Interlock Loop,' as well as a new option in the Air Suspension panel that lets you inflate the air suspension reservoir.

Other changes include Chinese language support and a new feedback section for Service Mode Plus users.

Service Mode should only be accessed by technicians and owners who are familiar with it and aware of the risks involved. The vehicle should not be driven with Service Mode engaged, as various safety features are turned off.

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