Tesla’s mobile app was updated to version 4.20.69 today (naturally!) and the release notes indicate a couple of new updates, but one major addition is trip planning from the app.
According to the release notes, Tesla says “Phone Key pairing no longer requires your Key Card to complete”. It’s unclear why they removed this step as it seemed like an added security measure for adding a phone key to your Tesla.
Also new is the ability to “schedule service for Tesla Insurance claims for US customers.
But the major addition spotted by @Tesla_App_iOS is the addition of in-app trip planning for U.S. and Canadian owners.
How to use trip planning from the Tesla app? Launch the app and tap the Location tap. Search for a destination and then tap it, then you’ll see trip planning like you do in the car, listing your car’s starting battery state of charge and how much energy you’ll end up with at your destination.
If Supercharging is required, you’ll also see recommended stops and how long you need to charge for. Tapping “send to car” will send the directions to your vehicle.
We also see a new image asset for Superchargers with Magic Docks, plus an animation for site locks at locations in China.
Previously, Tesla owners had to use third-party apps such as A Better Routeplanner to see an overview of battery usage for trips, but now you can get it right from the Tesla app.
Let us know if you’ll be using this built-in trip planner in the Tesla app.