Tesla is set to roll out its 2023 Holiday Update next week, introducing a suite of new features and entertainment options for its vehicles. The company officially announced details about the upcoming software update, after recent leaks detailed the new features.
The update includes customizable lock sounds, allowing owners to replace the standard horn lock sound with unique alternatives, such as a screaming goat. Let’s go baby!
Customizable Lock Sounds: Option to replace the standard horn lock sound with unique sounds, like a screaming goat.
LAN Party on Wheels: Rear passengers can play games on the rear touchscreen.
Rear Screen Bluetooth Headsets: Support for wireless Bluetooth headphones for rear passengers.
Apple Podcasts Integration: Access to millions of popular podcasts via Apple Podcasts.
Tesla App Trip Planner: Plan multi-stop trips and send itineraries directly to the vehicle.
Navigation Enhancements: Inclusion of speed cameras, stop signs, and traffic lights in navigation.
Automatic 911 Calls: Vehicle automatically calls 911 if airbags are triggered in an accident.
Blind Spot Indicators: Alerts with red shading when a car is detected in the blind spot during turn signal activation.
Expanded Live Sentry Cameras: Access to left and right pillar cameras, providing a total of seven viewing angles.
New Light Show ‘The Arrival’: A new thematic light show for entertainment.
Castle Doombad in Tesla Arcade: Addition of the game ‘Castle Doombad’, along with updates to Beach Buggy, Polytopia, and Vampire Survivors.
High Fidelity Park Assist: 3D reconstruction of surroundings for enhanced parking assistance.
Tesla notes that the availability of these features may vary by model and location. This comprehensive update reflects Tesla’s commitment to enhancing the driving and in-car experience for its users. We can’t wait to see the new High Fidelity Park Assist in action as that is sorely needed for Tesla owners who have cars without ultrasonic sensors anymore.
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