Tesla has introduced a new feature, “Charge on Solar,” that allows Tesla vehicles to charge using surplus energy produced by Tesla’s solar system. This functionality aims to increase the value of a home’s solar system by harnessing excess energy to power electric vehicles. To utilize the feature, a minimum set of hardware and software requirements […]
The latest Tesla app iOS update has provided a hint at what might be coming, according to a deep dive of the app code by @Tesla_App_iOS. Notably, mention of Apple’s AirPlay protocol is seen, and the ability to playback Sentry clips within the app. If true, the AirPlay support feature could allow Tesla owners to […]
Tesla has announced its mobile app is going to improve customer service experience with a new capability. The new feature, which was initially available for warranty repairs in April 2022, has now been extended to regular service as well it seems. If a Tesla owner’s vehicle requires service and they receive a loaner vehicle, the […]
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 […]
Tesla has now updated its app to include the ability to view the route a vehicle is taking towards its destination, according to a reader tip shared with Not a Tesla App. With GPS navigation, the app displays the driver’s destination, distance, and estimated time of arrival (ETA) on the main screen. By tapping the […]
Tesla will soon let owners of its electric vehicles (EVs) charge their cars using excess solar energy from a Powerwall, allowing them to “drive on sunshine,” as the company puts it. The information comes from Long Zheng (@longzheng), who pointed out code string changes shared by @Tesla_App_iOS for the as-yet-unreleased feature in the latest version […]
Tesla’s mobile app apparently let an immigration consultant from Canada get into and drive someone else’s vehicle, according to a report from Global News. Vancouver, B.C., resident Rajesh Randev claims the Tesla app on his phone gave him access to and let him drive a Tesla that wasn’t his. Tesla owners can use the mobile app […]
Back in December, Tesla updated its mobile app for iOS and Android to show annual charge stats and gas savings. The new app feature now shows charging stats based on Month and Year. The yearly stats show estimated values for gas savings, plus the ability to see charge history for specific months. Tesla also added […]
Tesla is rolling out an update for its iOS and Android app to bring new features to its Charge Stats, with the addition of one year of charging history and savings. The 4.16 update is now available for iPhone users, with the Android update to follow. The Charge Stats page now shows a tab for […]
Tesla has updated its mobile app, with the iOS app reaching version 4.15.0, now bringing the ability to view software release notes as previously rumoured on Monday evening. The company says vehicle software version 2022.40 or higher is required to view software release notes. If you scroll down to the bottom of the main page […]
Tesla has update its mobile app on Friday evening, with the iPhone version of the app gaining new iOS 16 lockscreen widgets to show your vehicle’s battery range. To add the Tesla battery range widget to your iPhone running iOS 16, just tap and hold on your lockscreen, then tap ‘Customize’, tap a widget area, […]
Tesla updated their mobile app today, with the iOS app version history saying you can now “View last measured tire pressures in Controls.” Of course, the caveat is you need 2022.24 or newer to view the last measured tire pressures, as that was found in the latter update (specifically 2022.24.5). Tesla says you can also […]
Tesla’s app update V4.11.0 in China has added a new feature for throwing videos from your phone to your vehicle’s infotainment screen, as detailed in a post on Monday (via @42how_). The post includes a photo from Tesla with instructions for using the “Send to Vehicle” video feature. The feature works with multiple China-based video […]
A new “Diagnostics” feature available in the Tesla mobile app automatically scans your car for faults and informs you if service is required when scheduling an appointment for specific service categories (via @tesla_adri). The new feature was spotted in the source code for Tesla’s iOS app a few weeks ago, but it hadn’t been spotted […]
In an update to the Tesla iOS app on Thursday, the electric automaker now lets you set customizable charging rates for your work. Under the section ‘Charge Stats’, when you scroll down to ‘Average Cost’ and click on the information icon in the top right corner, you’ll now see a “Customize” option for Work. Tap […]
