Tesla has started rolling out its 2024.8 software update and now we have release notes, courtesy of Not a Tesla App.
Some new features include One-Time Charge Limit which is handy for road trips, plus the roll out of Adaptive High Beams for vehicles with matrix headlights. One improvement we’re excited for is a classic turn signal icon, now easier to see at a glance.
Check out the 2024.8 release notes below…
One-Time Charge Limit
Available Worldwide for models S, 3, X, Y
Suitable for road trips with One-Time Charge option
Activates when Charge Limit is set above daily recommendation
Automatically returns to daily Charge Limit afterward
Danger Zones on Your Route
Availability in Canada unknown, for models S, 3, X, Y
Navigation includes symbols for danger zones
Requires Navigation > Online Routing and Premium Connectivity
Adaptive High Beams
Not relevant in Canada, for new S, 3, new X, Y models
High beams adapt to reduce glare for others
Detects road users, dims individual pixels for enhanced night visibility
Activate in vehicle settings: Lights > Adaptive High Beams
Editor’s note: For vehicles with matrix headlights in Europe; U.S. support in progress
Security Improvements
Available Worldwide for models S, 3, X, Y
Update includes significant security fixes and enhancements
Turn Signals
Available Worldwide for models 3, Y
Turn signal icons redesigned for easier visibility
New WiFi Menu
Available Worldwide, undocumented, for models 3, Y
Enhanced WiFi menu under Controls > WLAN (WiFi)
Replaces old dialog box, includes status icons for quick connectivity checks
New Bluetooth Menu
Available Worldwide, undocumented, for models 3, Y
Bluetooth menu relocated to Controls > Bluetooth
Vertical scrolling for additional options, including WiFi, Bluetooth, and Upgrades
Bluetooth status icon maintained for quick access and information
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