Tesla has started the rollout of its 2024 Holiday update, featuring Apple Watch integration, SiriusXM, and a whole lot more more.
Tesla is finally bringing official Apple Watch integration with its mobile app, a feature that was previously only available via third-party apps, but not Tesla directly until now.
The introduction of a bespoke app for Apple Watch owners, will allow them to use the smartwatch as a key to remotely lock and unlock the vehicle, as well as view battery charge, switch on and adjust the climate controls, and remotely open the ‘frunk’.
Tesla’s new update also includes better ways to access and edit your videos coming from the automaker’s Dashcam and Sentry Mode features.
“Watch Dashcam & Sentry Mode clips directly from the Tesla app and save them to your phone to edit or share.”
Tesla is also introducing the capacity for Autoshift to “shift between Drive and Reverse on stalkless Model 3.” Autoshift on stalkless Model 3 can now automatically shift between Drive & Reverse to handle parking lot maneuvers & multi-point turns.
SiriusXM is finally becoming available in Model 3, Model Y and Cybertruck as part of the 2024 Tesla Update.
After the software update is installed, SiriusXM will appear in the media sources menu where drivers can begin a free one-month trial subscription to SiriusXM.
A Tesla Premium Connectivity or active Wi-Fi connection is required to access the SiriusXM service and to continue SiriusXM service after the trial, owners can scan the QR code on the Subscription tab.
Owners who subscribe prior to March 31, 2025 can access a special limited-time offer of $9.99 a month for their first two years.
Tesla is also adding the capability to set at what state of charge you want to arrive at your destination to adjust the charging stops accordingly.
In addition, when navigating, search results are now filtered to show options along your route & estimated detour times. Tesla is also adding a precipitation and weather map overlay.
Cybertruck owners now have the ability to change their in-car vehicle avatar to match custom wraps and license plates, the rear camera feed is now larger & you can pinch to zoom in or out and finally, you can play games from the backseat while cruising around.
