software updates

A coming software update has added a useful pop-up feature for Tesla’s Superchargers, showing new details that weren’t previously included. Tesla software update 2022.36 includes a newly designed pop-up map feature for Supercharger locations, as detailed by Not a Tesla App on Monday. The pop-up map includes information such as the number of available charging […]

Tesla appears to be releasing a revamped Energy tab, that shows a breakdown of electricity usage. A leaked image was shared by @Teslascope, claiming to be from an upcoming 2022.36 software update. The screenshot is from an internal build of the company’s software. “A leak from an internal build on the 2022.36 software branch showcases […]

A window issue has been discovered in many of Tesla’s vehicles, which could cause passengers to be pinched when the window’s closing or opening paths are obstructed. Tesla is “recalling” 1.1 million vehicles in the U.S., due to a software issue that causes the automatic window reversal system to react incorrectly when obstructions are detected, […]

Tesla recently started updating its electric vehicles (EVs) to software version 2022.28 — the 2022.28.1 update started rolling out last week, while version 2022.28.2 was released earlier this week. 2022.28 comes with the new Alternate Routes feature, Theater Mode improvements, and a few new games, among other things. It apparently also adds additional information to […]

As of software update 2022.28.2, Tesla electric vehicles (EVs) with a Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) installed can detect whether the associated speaker is disconnected and notify the user if it is (via Reddit). Many Tesla owners find the PWS annoying (as do many of the people who hear it in action), so disconnecting its speaker isn’t […]

Some Tesla owners have been complaining about a continuous high-pitched whining noise found in some Model S/X refresh vehicles, including Plaid variants. The annoying issue that happens while parked will be fixed in the upcoming 2022.36.1 software update (via Tesla Motors Club), a per a screenshot detailing the reply from Tesla customer service. The buzzing […]

Tesla has started rolling out its 2022.20.16 update on Friday evening, which includes Full Self-Driving (FSD) beta 10.69.2.1 for employee vehicles, according to third-party companion service, @Teslascope. The latest Tesla Full Self-Driving Beta (v10.69.2.1) is now rolling out to employee vehicles. https://t.co/iBZpF9Ws7z — Teslascope (@teslascope) September 17, 2022 Just yesterday, Tesla CEO Elon Musk said […]

Image via @Mars4x4 Tesla has started rolling out its 2022.28.2 software update, which includes a major feature for navigation in the form of Alternate Routes. We first heard of Alternate Routes for 2022.28.1, offering Tesla owners the ability to choose from multiple routes when heading to a destination. “View up to three routes when navigating […]

In a recently published YouTube video, Tesla Greater China highlighted the company’s Over-the-Air (OTA) update system. Tesla uses “OTA updates that evolve in real-time to ensure every car on the road is infused with the latest technology,” the company wrote in the video description. The video showcases that beyond being fully electric and not giving […]

Another recall has been announced for Tesla’s vehicles by U.S. safety regulators, this time applying to around 130,000 vehicles. Tesla will recall around 130,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to an overheating issue that can cause the touchscreen to stop working, according to Reuters. Like many of Tesla’s recalls, the automaker will deploy a software […]

Tesla has started rolling out its 2022.12.22 software update, as noted by third-party software @TeslaFi. The update was detected on a Tesla Model S 90D in Istanbul, Turkey, that previously had 2022.12.3 installed, with the latter released last month. No word on what’s new or the 2022.12.22 release notes, but stay tuned for updates. If […]

Tesla says it again needs help from customers in fighting an Oklahoma bill proposal. After Tesla was able to successfully stop HB 3994, the company says the “same language” has now resurfaced in another bill. The company emailed owners today again asking them for help (via @SawyerMerritt). “Last month, we informed you about HB 3994, […]

Tesla has started rolling out its 2022.8.2.5 software update, as detected by third-party companion software, @Teslascope. A Model 3 Standard Range in England, United Kingdom, received the update. Two vehicles are downloading this update from the Teslascope fleet. Tesla released its 2022.8.2 software update back on March 15, which included improved estimated charging times and […]

China is the world’s largest auto market and the country plays a major role in Tesla’s success, but a recent recall is affecting over 100,000 electric vehicles (EVs) built between 2019 and 2022. Tesla plans to recall as many as 127,785 Model 3 units in China due to issues with a semiconductor component that could […]

Tesla issued a recall affecting potentially 947 vehicles, due to the rear camera images not immediately appearing when drivers reverse, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), reports Reuters. The recall affects 2018-2019 Model S and X units, as well as 2017-2020 Model 3 units that include the Autopilot Computer 2.5. These cars […]