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Tesla activates Model 3 heated rear seats in latest OTA update

Tesla Model 3 owners who received the latest v8.1 (2018.10.1 5e8433d) over-the-air software update are reporting that their electric car now…

Tesla to update Navigation system with better routing in heavy traffic, says Elon Musk

In a series of tweets over the weekend, Tesla CEO Elon Musk teased new features that would be rolling out…

Tesla rolls out auto-heating steering wheel feature after Twitter request

Tesla has begun to roll out a new software update for Model S and Model X vehicles, which includes a new…

Tesla sound system will adjust to wind and road noise in future update

Always the showman, Tesla CEO Elon Musk has taken to Twitter to tease a new feature that would adjust a…

Tesla to improve Model 3 backup camera picture quality via OTA updates

Tesla is upgrading the picture quality of Model 3's backup camera through software, which became evident after one Model 3…

Elon Musk promises to fix Tesla Autowipers quirk in next software update

Tesla's new AI-based auto wipers for Autopilot 2 cars are pretty ingenious, or overly complex depending on who you ask.…

First look at Tesla’s complex automatic wipers for Autopilot 2 cars in action

It took a considerably longer time than expected, but automatic rain-sensing wipers were finally rolled out to Tesla’s Autopilot 2…

Tesla’s upcoming navigation overhaul could pave the way for Autopilot

While responding to a Tesla owner who was lamenting about the lack of updates in his vehicle’s navigation software, Tesla…

Tesla Model 3 user interface reimagined with “gesture” controls

Tesla's minimalistic Model 3 was designed to be a self-driving car that one day will require little to no human…

How Tesla brought a systems approach to the automobile

Everyone understands by now that Tesla does things differently than other automakers. However, most of the media attention centers on…

Tesla pushes ‘Easy Entry’ and ‘Chill’ mode in latest software update

Tesla has added a new 'Easy Entry' feature in its latest software update that's designed to make getting in and…

Tesla Model 3 mobile app adds “Phone Key” and frunk unlock feature (screenshots)

Tesla pushed out support for the Model 3 in a recent update to its mobile app, adding bluetooth smart phone access and vehicle…

Tesla increases Autopilot data collection as it pursues Full Self-Driving capabilities

Tesla is pushing forward on its Full Self-Driving goals as it increases data collection from Model S and Model X equipped…

Tesla adds ‘Passive Entry’ to combat vehicle theft by keyless-entry exploit

Tesla has added a new 'Passive Entry' function in its latest over-the-air software update that's aimed at providing an additional layer…

Any Tesla in the world could soon auto-adjust to your driver’s settings through cloud-based technology

Elon Musk entertained a flurry of Twitter requests over the weekend made by Tesla owners who asked for new vehicle features ranging from auto-closing…

Tesla Model X “holiday show” easter egg hacked by Chinese research group

A Chinese security research group has hacked a Tesla for the second time. Keen Security Lab at Chinese tech giant…

Tesla Model S, X will have auto-raise and lower steering wheel via OTA software update

Tesla CEO Elon Musk revealed on Twitter that Model S and Model X vehicles will receive an auto-raising and lowering steering…

Tesla increases Autopilot 2.0 speed limit to 90 mph in latest v8.1 (17.17.4) update

Tesla has begun to roll out an updated version of Autopilot which brings incremental improvements to its Autopilot 2.0 driving-assist…

Tesla rolls out Easter Egg Menu: one-touch access to all

Tesla rolled out a new over-the-air software update today (v8.1 build 17.17.4) which added new Autopilot 2.0 updates and a Tesla Easter Egg menu that…

Tesla v8.1 is here: Updated Autopilot 2.0, Model X Falcon Wing door settings, voice control

Tesla has begun the roll out of Firmware 8.1 through an over-the-air software update to select Model S and Model X owners.…