Tesla has launched a Model S and Model X Steering Wheel Retrofit, available for $700 USD.
The automaker says the retrofit is available in March 2023. Some owners don’t necessarily like the yoke steering wheel.
“Travel in luxury. Enjoy the warmth of a heated wheel and the touch of premium vegan leather in a traditional form factor. No stalks or shifters,” says Tesla’s description.
This retrofit according to Tesla is only available for existing Model S and Model X vehicles with a Yoke Steering Wheel. The $700 USD price includes installation by Tesla.
Tesla also updated its website to bring a regular Steering Wheel for new Model S and Model X orders. As you can see in our screenshot below, there are now two options under ‘Steering Control’, with the default being the regular round steering wheel:
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