10 HUGE Features from Tesla Spring Update

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10 HUGE Features from Tesla Spring Update

Tesla's spring update introduces significant new features and enhancements across its vehicle lineup, including adaptive headlights, improved security, and updated media capabilities, while also addressing changes and controversies surrounding the Cybertruck

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Questions to inspire discussion

Adaptive Lighting and Camera Upgrades

πŸš— Q: How have Tesla's headlights and dash cam features improved?
A: Tesla now offers Adaptive Headlights on newer Model S, X, 3, and Y with LED matrix technology, and has expanded dash cam coverage to include B-pillar cameras, increasing total views from 4 to 6.

Trip Planning and Comfort Features

πŸ—ΊοΈ Q: What new trip planning options are available for Tesla owners?
A: Tesla now provides Alternate Trip Plans with 3 options: fastest, best amenities, and fewer stops, displaying nearby restaurants, cafes, and shops on charger location pages.

πŸ”Œ Q: How can Tesla owners use their vehicle's power outlets when not driving?
A: The new Accessory Power Option allows users to activate 12V sockets, USB-C ports, and wireless chargers while parked, automatically disabling when battery reaches 20%.

Cybertruck-Specific Enhancements

πŸ›£οΈ Q: What comfort features have been added to the Cybertruck for autonomous driving?
A: Comfort Drive Mode automatically switches suspension to standard when FSD or Autopilot is engaged, improving ride comfort during autonomous operation.

🚘 Q: How does the Cybertruck's new Lane Departure Avoidance feature work?
A: The system displays a blue indicator when crossing lane markings, offering 3 options: none, warning, and assistance, with active feedback to keep the vehicle in lane.

Key Insights

Software Updates

πŸš— Tesla's spring software update introduces 10 major new features across all models, including the Cybertruck, enhancing safety, convenience, and user experience.

πŸ”¦ Adaptive headlights, previously available in Europe, are now approved in Canada and the US, using LED matrix technology to reduce glare for other road users.

πŸ“Ή The dash cam update expands camera views from 4 to 6, adding B-pillar coverage and introducing a redesigned viewer app with grid view for easier recording review.

Navigation and Safety

πŸ—ΊοΈ Alternate trip plans feature offers options for fastest, best amenities, and fewest stops routes, displaying nearby points of interest at charger locations.

πŸ‘οΈ Blind spot camera on the instrument panel is now available for Model X and Model S, but not for Model 3 and Cybertruck, with customizable display settings.

Cybertruck Updates

πŸ›» A cheaper rear-wheel drive Cybertruck version starting at $69,990 has been released, but lacks several features including air suspension and standard bed, with long-range deliveries set for June 2025.

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Clips

  • 00:00 πŸš— Tesla's spring update brings 10 major features, including adaptive headlights for Model S, X, 3, and Y, but not for the Cybertruck.
    • Tesla's spring software update introduces 10 major features, including adaptive headlights that reduce glare for other drivers, now available in North America.
    • The spring update introduces adaptive headlights for newer Model S, X, 3, and Y vehicles, but not for the Cybertruck due to its incompatible design.
  • 01:39 πŸš— Tesla's spring update enhances security with B-pillar recording, expands camera views, and introduces a new UI with improved trip planning and trunk height settings.
    • Tesla's spring update adds B-pillar recording to dash cam and sentry mode, increasing camera views from four to six and enhancing vehicle security, though it may require more USB storage.
    • The Tesla Spring Update introduces a new UI with 15-second video navigation, multiple trip planning options including avoiding highways, nearby amenities displayed at charger locations, and the ability to save trunk height based on location.
  • 03:40 πŸ”§ Adjust your Tesla trunk height by holding the button until it beeps to prevent it from hitting low garage ceilings.
    • 04:35 πŸš— Tesla's latest update adds automated trunks for Model Y and Model 3, a customizable blind spot camera for Model S and X, and activates 12V socket power outlets.
      • The latest Tesla update introduces automated trunks for all Model Y and Model 3 vehicles, along with a new blind spot camera feature that allows Model S and Model X drivers to choose its display location on the instrument panel.
      • Tesla has introduced an accessory power option that activates 12V socket power outlets, responding to community feedback.
    • 06:14 ⚑ Tesla's spring update allows accessory power to remain on for features like the fridge and USB ports while parked, and improves hotspot connectivity for easier internet access.
      • 07:29 πŸš— The Tesla Spring Update enhances the Cybertruck with comfort drive mode, lane departure avoidance options, and keyboard language input methods.
        • The Tesla Spring Update introduces comfort drive mode for the Cyber Truck, enhancing ride comfort while using FSD or autopilot, and adds the option to switch keyboard language input methods on the touchscreen.
        • The Cybertruck's spring software update introduces lane departure avoidance, offering three options: none, warning, and assistance, to enhance safety.
      • 09:33 πŸš— Tesla's spring update brings enhanced media features, a wider rear cross traffic alert, and a budget-friendly rear-wheel drive Cybertruck starting at $69,990, sparking controversy over feature removals.
        • The update includes improved media search filtering, Apple Music playlist shuffling, easier Sirius XM navigation, Amazon Music sign-in, and next song previews for YouTube Music playlists.
        • The Tesla spring software update introduces a wider rear cross traffic alert view and a controversial cheaper rear-wheel drive Cybertruck starting at $69,990, which has upset many due to removed features.
      • 11:21 πŸš— Cybertruck's price has risen, key features have been removed, and deliveries are set for June 2025 with a new range of 363 miles.
        • The Cybertruck's price has significantly increased from its initial announcement, and many key features have been removed, making it less appealing despite the lower-cost version.
        • The updated Cybertruck lacks several features, including a rear light bar, outlets, and heated or cooled seats, while offering a soft cover that increases range to 363 miles, with deliveries starting in June 2025.

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      Duration: 0:13:13

      Publication Date: 2025-04-20T13:59:06Z

      WatchUrl: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YL-T9owOzUg

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