2018.42.3 Release Notes

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Release Date

June 28, 2019

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Navigate on Autopilot (Beta)

Tesla Navigate on Autopilot (Beta) feature in update 2018.42.3
Navigate on AutoPilot
Models:
3
Navigate on AutoPilot

Navigate on Autopilot intelligently suggests lane changes to keep you on your route, and makes adjustments so you don’t get stuck behind slow cars or trucks.

Enable Navigate on Autopilot by going to Controls > Autopilot and first enabling Autosteer. For each route where the feature is available, you have the option of enabling or disabling it by pressing the NAVIGATE ON AUTOPILOT button located in your Navigation turn list.

Once enabled for your route, Navigate on Autopilot can be activated on controlled-access roads by moving the gear lever fully down twice in quick succession. While activated, a single blue line will indicate the path ahead, keeping your car in the lane. Gray lines may appear to indicate upcoming lane changes based on your route or to suggest opportunities for you to move to a faster lane. When active, Navigate on Autopilot will also guide your car toward highway interchanges and exits based on your destination.

Adjust how aggressive Navigate on Autopilot makes lane changes to keep your car at the set speed by changing the SPEED BASED LANE CHANGES setting which can be found in Controls > Autopilot > CUSTOMIZE NAVIGATE ON AUTOPILOT.

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

Navigate on Autopilot (Beta)

Tesla Navigate on Autopilot (Beta) feature in update 2018.42.3
Navigate on AutoPilot
Models:
S
X
Navigate on AutoPilot

Navigate on Autopilot intelligently suggests lane changes to keep you on your route, and makes adjustments so you don’t get stuck behind slow cars or trucks.

Enable Navigate on Autopilot by going to Controls > Autopilot and first enabling Autosteer. For each route where the feature is available, you have the option of enabling or disabling it by pressing the NAVIGATE ON AUTOPILOT button located in your Navigation turn list.

Once enabled for your route, Navigate on Autopilot can be activated on controlled-access roads by pulling the cruise stalk toward you twice in quick succession. While activated, a single blue line will indicate the path ahead, keeping your car in the lane. Gray lines may appear to indicate upcoming lane changes based on your route or to suggest opportunities for you to move to a faster lane. When active, Navigate on Autopilot will also guide your car toward highway interchanges and exits based on your destination.

Adjust how aggressive Navigate on Autopilot makes lane changes to keep your car at the set speed by changing the SPEED BASED LANE CHANGES setting which can be found in Controls > Autopilot > CUSTOMIZE NAVIGATE ON AUTOPILOT.

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

Track Mode

Tesla Track Mode feature in update 2018.42.3
Track Mode
Models:
3
Track Mode

Track Mode enables Tesla's performance-oriented stability control and powertrain settings configured for track driving. This mode is designed to be used exclusively on closed courses. To enable Track Mode for your current drive, shift into Park, then touch Controls > Driving > Track Mode.

 

Keys

Tesla Keys feature in update 2018.42.3
Models:
3

Your car now supports key fobs, which are available for purchase from Tesla. You can manage which key fobs or key cards have access to your car by going to Controls > Locks. To add a new key, touch the + button and follow the onscreen instructions. Once a key fob or key card is added to the key list, you can edit the name by touching the pencil icon. To remove a key from the key list, which removes its access to your car, touch the trash icon and follow the onscreen instructions. Once a key has successfully been added or removed, you will be notified via the Tesla mobile app.

Viewing Applications with Media Player Open

Tesla Viewing Applications with Media Player Open feature in update 2018.42.3
Models:
S
X

You can now use the Calendar, Energy, Rear Camera, and Phone applications at the same time as Media Player. When Media Player is open, these applications display above the Media Player window and can be dragged up or down to adjust the viewing position.

Regenerative Braking

Tesla Regenerative Braking feature in update 2018.42.3
Without Dual Motor
Models:
3
Without Dual Motor

Regenerative braking force has been increased to improve the driving experience and increase how much energy is actively returned to the battery when slowing down.

Version 9.0

Tesla Version 9.0 feature in update 2018.42.3
Das2
Models:
S
X
Das2

Version 9.0 introduces updates to the touchscreen and Tesla mobile app designed for an easier, more convenient driving experience. We have also made improvements to Climate, Navigation, Media, Controls and several safety enhancements.

Version 9.0

Tesla Version 9.0 feature in update 2018.42.3
Models:
3

Version 9.0 introduces updates to the touchscreen and Tesla mobile app designed for an easier, more convenient driving experience. Three new applications can be accessed from the application launcher in the bottom bar: Calendar, Energy and Web Browser. We have also made improvements to the Tesla mobile app, Status Bar, Navigation, Climate, Media, Seatbelt Card and several safety features.

Version 9.0

Tesla Version 9.0 feature in update 2018.42.3
Available Worldwide
Das
Models:
S
X
Das

Version 9.0 introduces updates to the touchscreen and Tesla mobile app designed for an easier, more convenient driving experience. We have also made improvements to Climate, Navigation, Media, Controls and several safety enhancements.

Version 9.0

Tesla Version 9.0 feature in update 2018.42.3
Available Worldwide
Without All HW
Models:
S
X
Without All HW

Version 9.0 introduces updates to the touchscreen and Tesla mobile app designed for an easier, more convenient driving experience. We have also made improvements to Climate, Navigation, Media and Controls.

Version 9.0

Tesla Version 9.0 feature in update 2018.42.3
Models:
3

Version 9.0 introduces updates to the touchscreen and Tesla mobile app designed for an easier, more convenient driving experience. Three new applications can be accessed from the application launcher in the bottom bar: Calendar, Energy and Web Browser. We have also made improvements to the Tesla mobile app, Status Bar, Navigation, Climate, Media, Seatbelt Card and several safety features.

Version 9.0

Tesla Version 9.0 feature in update 2018.42.3
Das2
Models:
S
X
Das2

Version 9.0 introduces updates to the touchscreen and Tesla mobile app designed for an easier, more convenient experience. We have made improvements to Climate, Navigation, Media, Controls and several safety enhancements.

Combining Autosteer and Auto Lane Change

Tesla Combining Autosteer and Auto Lane Change feature in update 2018.42.3
Available Worldwide
Anyautopilot
Models:
S
3
X
Anyautopilot

Autosteer and Auto Lane Change are now combined into a single Autosteer (Beta) setting available under Controls > Autopilot. When Autosteer is enabled, engaging the turn signal will activate Auto Lane Change to move your car into an adjacent driving lane.

Blindspot Warning

Tesla Blindspot Warning feature in update 2018.42.3
Das2
Models:
3
Das2

To improve safety and increase confidence when changing lanes, the lane line on the touchscreen now turns red when your turn signal is engaged and a moving vehicle or obstacle is detected in your target lane.

Blindspot Warning

Tesla Blindspot Warning feature in update 2018.42.3
Available Worldwide
Das2
Models:
S
X
Das2

To improve safety and increase confidence when changing lanes, the lane line on the instrument panel now turns red when your turn signal is engaged and a moving vehicle or obstacle is detected in your target lane.

Dashcam

Tesla Dashcam feature in update 2018.42.3
Available Worldwide
Dashcam
Models:
S
3
X
Dashcam

You can now record and store video footage captured by your car’s narrow forward camera onto a USB flash drive. Note that you must manually add a base-level folder in the flash drive called “TeslaCam”. When properly configured, the Dashcam icon will be displayed in the status bar with a red dot indicating that it is recording. Tap the icon to save a 10 minute video clip or press and hold to pause recording.

Mobile App

Tesla Mobile App feature in update 2018.42.3
Available Worldwide
Models:
S
3
X

You can now do even more with your car from your mobile app.

Start navigation in your car by using the share button in your favorite phone apps. Note: iOS users will need to enable sharing to your vehicle. Open the app you want to share from, open the share feature, scroll to the right, and tap the More button. Then enable Tesla for sharing.

You can also allow your passengers to quickly control the media – Play, Pause, Previous, Skip, and cycle through your media favorites. Note: You can disable this feature by going to Media Settings > Allow Mobile Control.

Whenever there's a software update available for your car, you can conveniently start the update from your phone. A notification will be sent to other drivers of your car, and they’ll have a few minutes to cancel the update from their app.

Note: these features require mobile software version 3.6.0 or above.

Application Launcher

Tesla Application Launcher feature in update 2018.42.3
Available Worldwide
Browser
Models:
S
X
Browser

Located at the bottom of your touchscreen, the new application launcher brings all your apps together in one place. You can also access your last-used app by swiping up on the application launcher icon.

Application Launcher

Tesla Application Launcher feature in update 2018.42.3
Models:
3

Located at the bottom of your touchscreen, the new application launcher brings all your apps together in one place, including your Calendar, Energy, Web Browser, Rear View Camera, Phone and Charging apps. You can also access your last-used app by swiping upward.

Calendar

Tesla Calendar feature in update 2018.42.3
Models:
3

The Calendar app lets you view your phone’s calendar for the current and next day on your touchscreen. The Calendar is conveniently integrated with Phone and Navigation so you can dial into a meeting or route to your next destination with a single tap. For events to appear, just connect your phone to your car via Bluetooth and allow access by enabling Calendar Sync in the Tesla mobile app settings.

Energy App

Tesla Energy App feature in update 2018.42.3
Models:
3

View energy consumption in real time for your Model 3. When there is an active navigation route, touch the Trip tab to view the projected energy consumption for the trip.

Web Browser

Tesla Web Browser feature in update 2018.42.3
Browser
Models:
3
Browser

The Web browser app allows you to access the internet in your car. Navigate to any website by entering the URL in the address bar. Tap the heart icon to save your favorite sites for later.

Status Bar

Tesla Status Bar feature in update 2018.42.3
Models:
3

The status bar at the top of the touchscreen has been rearranged to make the time and temperature easier to view at a glance.

Climate Control

Tesla Climate Control feature in update 2018.42.3
Models:
3

A new visualization makes it easier to direct airflow where you want it. When you're done, you can now simply swipe the Climate panel down to dismiss. The temperature settings on the bottom bar can now be controlled with a simple swipe: swipe to the left to lower the setting, or to the right to raise it. Tapping or pressing and holding the control will continue to work as before. As before, if you'd like to have different passenger and driver temperatures, simply unsync to reveal two temperature settings.

You can now turn Climate off without needing to open the Climate menu: simply press and hold on the Climate button from the bottom bar.

Climate Control

Tesla Climate Control feature in update 2018.42.3
Available Worldwide
Models:
S
X

Climate has been redesigned to be more compact and easier to use.

Tapping the power button will open your Climate menu and turn Climate on. You can turn Climate off from this menu, or by pressing and holding on the climate button from the bottom bar.

Cold Weather

Tesla Cold Weather feature in update 2018.42.3
Available Worldwide
Heated Steering Wheel
Models:
S
X
Heated Steering Wheel

All of your controls for cold weather have been moved to one place as part of Climate. Touch the fan icon to open the Climate menu, then tap on the heating icon to access controls for all seat heaters, steering wheel heater, and wiper heater.

Navigation

Tesla Navigation feature in update 2018.42.3
Models:
3

Directions have been moved to the left side of the screen, and simplified to display relevant upcoming information—including highway exits, when applicable. Tap or pull down to see additional details in the full Trip Overview. Navigation settings including voice guidance volume can easily be adjusted by tapping the settings icon on the touchscreen map.

Navigation

Tesla Navigation feature in update 2018.42.3
Available Worldwide
Nav
Models:
S
X
Nav

Navigation on your touchscreen now provides more information about upcoming turns—including highway exit information, when applicable. Tap or pull down the turn-by-turn list to see additional details in the full Trip Overview. Navigation settings, including voice guidance volume, can be quickly accessed by tapping the settings icon directly in the Navigation turn list.

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

Routing and Maps

Tesla Routing and Maps feature in update 2018.42.3
Without MCU Transition
Nav
Models:
S
X
Without MCU Transition
Nav

Navigation now provides improved routes, more accurate arrival times, and a more responsive instrument cluster view to better display upcoming maneuvers. This release also includes new Maps on the touchscreen. You can now view the maps in satellite view and see nearby points of interest.

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

2024.8.4 Release Notes

One-Time Charge Limit

Tesla One-Time Charge Limit feature in update 2024.8.4
Available Worldwide
Models:
S
3
X
Y

If you're planning a road trip, you can choose the One-Time Charge option.

This option appears when you increase the Charge Limit above the daily driving recommendation.

Afterward your vehicle will automatically revert back to your previous daily driving Charge Limit.

Danger Zones on Your Route

Tesla Danger Zones on Your Route feature in update 2024.8.4
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Navigation now includes symbols along your route to show danger zones.

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

Adaptive High Beams

Tesla Adaptive High Beams feature in update 2024.8.4
Models:
New S
3
New X
Y

High beams now adapt to reduce glare for other drivers and cyclists.

By detecting other road users, and selectively dimming individual pixels of the headlight, your high beams stay on more often for greater visibility at night.

To turn them on, in your vehicle settings go to Lights > Adaptive High Beams.

Editor's note: This applies to vehicles with matrix headlights seen on some of the redesigned Model S and Model X vehicles, as well as the first-gen Model 3 and Model Y. It currently only applies to vehicles in Europe, but Tesla is working on adding support in the U.S.

Security Improvements

Tesla Security Improvements feature in update 2024.8.4
Available Worldwide
Models:
S
3
X
Y

This update includes important security fixes and improvements.

Turn Signals

Tesla Turn Signals feature in update 2024.8.4
Available Worldwide
Undocumented
Models:
3
Y
Undocumented

The vehicle's turn signal icons are now easier to see at a glance. Instead of the arrow being inside of a circle, the new turn signals are now simple arrows, which better matches other vehicles.

New WiFi Menu

Tesla New WiFi Menu feature in update 2024.8.4
Available Worldwide
Undocumented
Models:
3
Y
Undocumented

There is a new WiFi menu that makes it easier to connect your vehicle to WiFi. The new menu can be found under Controls > WLAN (WiFi).

The updated menu replaces the old dialog box that appeared when you tapped the WiFi icon at the top of the Controls menu.

The status icons at the top of the screen are still present to let you quickly view whether the vehicle is connected to WiFi and its signal strength.

New Bluetooth Menu

Tesla New Bluetooth Menu feature in update 2024.8.4
Available Worldwide
Undocumented
Models:
3
Y
Undocumented

Similar to WiFi, the Bluetooth menu is now located under Controls > Bluetooth, instead of an overlay on the screen.

To make additional room for the additional WiFi and Bluetooth options in the left column, you can now scroll the column vertically, with WiFi, Bluetooth and Upgrades being the last options.

The Bluetooth icon will also remain at the top of the screen to quickly let you know whether any Bluetooth devices are conneced.

2024.8.3 Release Notes

One-Time Charge Limit

Tesla One-Time Charge Limit feature in update 2024.8.3
Available Worldwide
Models:
S
3
X
Y

If you're planning a road trip, you can choose the One-Time Charge option.

This option appears when you increase the Charge Limit above the daily driving recommendation.

Afterward your vehicle will automatically revert back to your previous daily driving Charge Limit.

Danger Zones on Your Route

Tesla Danger Zones on Your Route feature in update 2024.8.3
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Navigation now includes symbols along your route to show danger zones.

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

Adaptive High Beams

Tesla Adaptive High Beams feature in update 2024.8.3
Models:
New S
3
New X
Y

High beams now adapt to reduce glare for other drivers and cyclists.

By detecting other road users, and selectively dimming individual pixels of the headlight, your high beams stay on more often for greater visibility at night.

To turn them on, in your vehicle settings go to Lights > Adaptive High Beams.

Editor's note: This applies to vehicles with matrix headlights seen on some of the redesigned Model S and Model X vehicles, as well as the first-gen Model 3 and Model Y. It currently only applies to vehicles in Europe, but Tesla is working on adding support in the U.S.

Security Improvements

Tesla Security Improvements feature in update 2024.8.3
Available Worldwide
Models:
S
3
X
Y

This update includes important security fixes and improvements.

Turn Signals

Tesla Turn Signals feature in update 2024.8.3
Credit MiTMo
Available Worldwide
Undocumented
Models:
3
Y
Undocumented

The vehicle's turn signal icons are now easier to see at a glance. Instead of the arrow being inside of a circle, the new turn signals are now simple arrows, which better matches other vehicles.

New WiFi Menu

Tesla New WiFi Menu feature in update 2024.8.3
Credit MiTMo
Available Worldwide
Undocumented
Models:
3
Y
Undocumented

There is a new WiFi menu that makes it easier to connect your vehicle to WiFi. The new menu can be found under Controls > WLAN (WiFi).

The updated menu replaces the old dialog box that appeared when you tapped the WiFi icon at the top of the Controls menu.

The status icons at the top of the screen are still present to let you quickly view whether the vehicle is connected to WiFi and its signal strength.

New Bluetooth Menu

Tesla New Bluetooth Menu feature in update 2024.8.3
Credit MiTMo
Available Worldwide
Undocumented
Models:
3
Y
Undocumented

Similar to WiFi, the Bluetooth menu is now located under Controls > Bluetooth, instead of an overlay on the screen.

To make additional room for the additional WiFi and Bluetooth options in the left column, you can now scroll the column vertically, with WiFi, Bluetooth and Upgrades being the last options.

The Bluetooth icon will also remain at the top of the screen to quickly let you know whether any Bluetooth devices are conneced.

2024.8 Release Notes

One-Time Charge Limit

Tesla One-Time Charge Limit feature in update 2024.8
Available Worldwide
Models:
S
3
X
Y

If you're planning a road trip, you can choose the One-Time Charge option.

This option appears when you increase the Charge Limit above the daily driving recommendation.

Afterward your vehicle will automatically revert back to your previous daily driving Charge Limit.

Danger Zones on Your Route

Tesla Danger Zones on Your Route feature in update 2024.8
Models:
S
3
X
Y

Navigation now includes symbols along your route to show danger zones.

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

Adaptive High Beams

Tesla Adaptive High Beams feature in update 2024.8
Models:
New S
3
New X
Y

High beams now adapt to reduce glare for other drivers and cyclists.

By detecting other road users, and selectively dimming individual pixels of the headlight, your high beams stay on more often for greater visibility at night.

To turn them on, in your vehicle settings go to Lights > Adaptive High Beams.

Editor's note: This applies to vehicles with matrix headlights seen on some of the redesigned Model S and Model X vehicles, as well as the first-gen Model 3 and Model Y. It currently only applies to vehicles in Europe, but Tesla is working on adding support in the U.S.

Security Improvements

Tesla Security Improvements feature in update 2024.8
Available Worldwide
Models:
S
3
X
Y

This update includes important security fixes and improvements.

Turn Signals

Tesla Turn Signals feature in update 2024.8
Credit MiTMo
Available Worldwide
Models:
3
Y

The vehicle's turn signal icons are now easier to see at a glance. Instead of the arrow being inside of a circle, the new turn signals are now simple arrows, which better matches other vehicles.

New WiFi Menu

Tesla New WiFi Menu feature in update 2024.8
Credit MiTMo
Available Worldwide
Undocumented
Models:
3
Y
Undocumented

There is a new WiFi menu that makes it easier to connect your vehicle to WiFi. The new menu can be found under Controls > WLAN (WiFi).

The updated menu replaces the old dialog box that appeared when you tapped the WiFi icon at the top of the Controls menu.

The status icons at the top of the screen are still present to let you quickly view whether the vehicle is connected to WiFi and its signal strength.

New Bluetooth Menu

Tesla New Bluetooth Menu feature in update 2024.8
Credit MiTMo
Available Worldwide
Undocumented
Models:
3
Y
Undocumented

Similar to WiFi, the Bluetooth menu is now located under Controls > Bluetooth, instead of an overlay on the screen.

To make additional room for the additional WiFi and Bluetooth options in the left column, you can now scroll the column vertically, with WiFi, Bluetooth and Upgrades being the last options.

The Bluetooth icon will also remain at the top of the screen to quickly let you know whether any Bluetooth devices are conneced.

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