Tesla hacker @greentheonly is well-known for being able to unearth tidbits about the electric vehicle maker’s future updates and product plans.
This afternoon @greentheonly detailed new changes coming to Model Y, plus also how Tesla has plans to use new 4D radar tech from Israeli firm Arbe Robotics.
The hacker has also ‘confirmed’ findings pertaining to the latest Model 3 refresh, and here’s what was discovered for Model 3:
All the Model3 refresh stuff: new interior (including the top console that nobody noted somehow), heated steering wheel, efficiency package M3 2021 and M3 SR+ 2020Q4 Shanghai (this one is believed to be LiFe batteries?), heated radar, usb-c in glove box, powered liftgate
— green (@greentheonly) October 22, 2020
new wheels (18" pinwheels with updated caps, 19" stiletto, 20" uberturbine, 19" ZeroG), option of chrome delete ("satin black"). Head/taillights get a new type "Global" in addition to NA and CN_EU. Native wireless phone charger. pic.twitter.com/Usm4M2qeLJ
— green (@greentheonly) October 22, 2020
Model 3 and Model Y may also have standard/adaptive air suspension in the works, says @greentheonly.
The key takeaways from @greentheonly’s list from the Model 3 refresh is the confirmation of the heated steering wheel (it still may not be enabled, we will have to wait to see), a new “top console”, and the addition of chrome delete as an option. A heated steering wheel would be a much-welcomed addition for those living in states with cold winters, plus Model 3 owners in Canada.
When Model 3 refresh deliveries take place, we’ll find out soon enough just exactly what Tesla has been hiding from customers in its latest update for its popular electric sedan.
