Tesla has started to push a new software update to its fleet today, and it’s one of the bigger ones with several new features, including Disney+, Car Wash Mode, hotspot capability, and more.
Yesterday, Tesla started pushing a new 2021.24 software update, and it includes:
Finally, Tesla has also added three new language options in this new update: Hungarian, Romanian, and Russian.
You can now watch Disney+ in the Tesla Theater app. To launch Tesla Theater, tap the Entertainment icon in the Application Launcher and select the Theater tab while your car is in PARK. With now Disney+, Tesla has now integrated all of the main streaming services.
In the update, Tesla is introducing a new Car Wash Mode to help with the experience at a car wash. Car Wash Mode closes all windows, locks the charge port and disables windshield wipers, sentry mode, walk-away door locks and parking sensor chimes. For automatic car washes with conveyor belts, the Free Roll option shifts to Neutral and prevents the parking brake from automatically applying if you leave. To access Car Wash Mode, tap Controls > Service > Car Wash Mode.
For Tesla vehicles equipped with auto dimming mirrors, Tesla is now enabling to activate and deactivate the auto dimming feature. You can now enable or disable automatic dimming for your mirrors. To access, tap Controls > Mirror > Mirror Auto Dim.
Tesla has an integrated dashcam system that utilize the onboard Autopilot cameras around its vehicles to record events. With this new update, Tesla can now launch recordings automatically. Dashcam can now automatically save clips whenever your vehicle detects the occurrence of a safety event (such as an accident or airbag deployment) Recordings captured are stored and never transmitted to Tesla. To opt-in, tap Controls > Safety & Security > Dashcam > AUTO To, lead more about how to setup and use Dashcam, please refer to the Owner’s Manual.
The update also includes a small update to the ways you can display your battery capacity. You can now switch between battery percentage and distance units by tapping the range display next to the battery icon.
Tesla is enabling the use of Wi-Fi hotspots when driving. To remain connected to Wi-Fi when shifting into gear, tap the Wi-Fi icon > Wi-Fi Settings > Remain Connected in Drive. This is especially useful for users who wish to use their hotspots for connectivity.
