Tesla has started rolling out its 2024.2.6 software update and we now have release notes, which show a focus on numerous cold weather improvements, related to charging and range. The 2024.2.6 release notes were shared by Not a Tesla App, check them out below. This is a prime example of Tesla’s software updates making vehicles better over time.

Tesla Software Update 2024.2.6 Features Overview

Time Until Charging Starts

• Feature: Display of waiting time for DC fast charging to commence if the vehicle battery is not sufficiently warmed up upon plugging in.
• Applicable Models: Model 3, Model Y.

Estimated Battery Range Update

• Feature: Enhanced battery range estimation that now considers battery aging effects.
• Applicable Models: Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y.

Supercharging in Cold Weather

• Feature: Automatic warming of the charge port inlet when navigating to a charger in cold conditions to facilitate charging.
• Applicable Models: Model 3, Model Y.

Tips for Charging in Cold Weather

• Instructions: Ensure the charging cable connector and charge port are clear of ice/debris. Use the Tesla app or vehicle settings for defrosting to ease unplugging in frozen conditions.

Ultra-Wideband Phone Key

• Feature: Utilizes UWB technology for improved accuracy in vehicle-phone communication for locking/unlocking and Automatic Doors operation; requires UWB hardware for vehicle.
• Applicable Models: New Model S, New Model 3, New Model X, Cybertruck

Reminder to Plug In at Home

• Feature: Notification to plug in your vehicle when parked at home with less than half charge limit.
• Applicable Models: Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y.

Improved Ride and Handling

• Feature: Enhanced driving dynamics for a smoother response across various surfaces and conditions, including reduced body roll.
• Applicable Models: Cybertruck

Over-the-Air Recall: Telltale Text Size

• Feature: Increases text size of specific telltales as a remedy for a recall.
• Applicable Models: Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y.

Adaptive High Beams

• Feature: High beams adjust to minimize glare for others, utilizing pixel-dimming technology for extended usage; for upgraded Model 3.
• Note: Matrix headlight support anticipated in future updates in certain regions.

More Efficient Charging

• Feature: Vehicle now tailors preconditioning and charging efficiency to the power level of DC charging stations.
• Applicable Models: Model 3, Model Y, Cybertruck

Security Improvements

• Feature: Update includes significant security enhancements.
• Applicable Models: Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y.

Unlock Button

• Feature: Addition of a contextual unlock button for easier access. Great idea!
• Applicable Models: Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y.

Trips Menu Redesign

• Feature: Updated Trips menu for improved usability and readability.
• Applicable Models: Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y.

All Apps Menu

• Feature: Displays all available apps, including those docked as favorites.
• Applicable Models: Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y.

Additional Vehicle Info

• Feature: Shows if the vehicle supports 3rd-party NACS DC charging.
• Applicable Models: Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y.

Software Version in App

• Feature: App now shows detailed software version information.
• Applicable Models: Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y.