Tesla has released Holiday Software updates with fascinating changes.

Tesla car owners are set for the Christmas season as the company introduces new Tesla software updates to the electric cars. These updates that are facilitated through over-the-air technology are expected to begin arriving at Tesla Model 3 and Model Y cars in Australia next week.

Features of Tesla Software Update

• Apple Watch Integration

Tesla owners can now unlock their cars and start them with the Tesla app on the Apple Watch. This functionality enables users to open their car doors, check the battery charge status, engage the climate control and even open the frunk of the car.

• Dashcam and Sentry Mode Clips

The Tesla software update also brings the feature of viewing the clips recorded by dashcam and Sentry Mode on the Tesla app and save, edit or share clips right from the smartphone.

• Auto Shift for Steering Column Free Models

All Model 3 cars that were built without a gear selector on the steering column will receive Auto Shift capabilities in new versions. This feature makes the task of reversing, such as parking and making multi-point turns easier by shifting between reverse and drive gears. There is a pop up asking the driver to confirm the mode which is safe and secure.

• Enhanced Navigation Features

Tesla’s trip planner has been updated to enable drivers to select a charging level at the destination, or during long trips. Furthermore, the navigation system will show estimated detour times for quick stops – such as 

eating food—on the go—on the way. Maps now also contain information about current rain intensity, which is helpful in choosing the right route in unfavorable weather.

• Cross Traffic Alert and Safety Improvement

A new level of safety is reached due to the inclusion of rear cross-traffic alerts. This new feature can identify vehicles moving from the side or rear when reversing, in addition to the reversing auto-braking system.

Minor Design Updates

Tesla goes back to the iterative design process with some refinements. The new change that has been incorporated in the Model 3 and the Model Y is the water shield that covers the rear camera protecting it from rain, dirt and road debris. First implemented for Model Y vehicles made in Shanghai, this design change aims to improve visibility and camera functionality in low light or other poor conditions.

Enhancements on Entertainment and Usability

Tesla’s multimedia system gets new apps and games which means there are even more choices as to what you can do in the car. These enhancements are particularly useful when charging at a station or when just taking a break in the car.

Why This Update Matters

The recent Tesla Software Update in the Tesla cars shows that the company does not rest on its laurels. Adding practical features, increasing safety, and making the car more comfortable, Tesla guarantees that its cars will always remain competitive in the market for electric vehicles. More and more owners go through such updates and Tesla continues to solidify its position as the innovator in electric vehicles.

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Tesla Cyber Cab Now on Exhibit at the Petersen Automotive Museum

At the moment the Tesla Cyber Cab is on display at the famous Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles. This futuristic, self-driving car can be seen in the museum’s main lobby through January 2, 2025. The Tesla Cyber Cabs is one of the products that Tesla Motors is developing as part of its broader mission to transform the transport sector through the use of self-driving systems, giving people a glimpse of what it means to live in a smart city.

This car is one of the 20 working pre-production robotaxis that was shown during Tesla’s ‘We, Robot’ event in October of 2024. Taking place at the Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, California, the event allowed the guests to take actual autonomous rides in these vehicles of the future. The Petersen Museum exhibition of Tesla Cyber Cab is from November 27, 2024, through January 2, 2025, but it is closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

The Petersen Automotive Museum is located at 6060 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, and is open until 6 p.m. daily, and brings the history of transport right in front of the visitors’ eyes. Adults are charged $21, seniors $19 and children between the ages of 12 and 17 years $13. They include children below the age of four years, members of the active military and personal care attendants.

The Tesla Cybercab is a real ride-hailing car designed to demonstrate Tesla’s vision of the future of self-driving cars. The model, like all the Tesla cars, is fitted with sensors and AI systems, however, it has no pedals and a steering wheel. Rather, the large central screen within the vehicle is used to mediate between passengers and Tesla’s neural-net-based autonomous driving software. This new prototype is Tesla’s idea of robotaxis, where passengers can just relax and let the car do the work.

Although the Tesla Cyber Cab has not been officially launched and is expected to start production only in the third quarter of 2025 the car has already created quite a stir. The first road tests of Tesla Cyber Cabs will occur in Texas and California in 2025, while the production versions of the Cybertruck will be tested on the roads in 2026. Tesla’s CEO Elon Musk has mentioned that the base model of the electric pickup truck will cost around $38000, but may vary, like the Cybertruck.

In addition to the Tesla Cyber Cab , one can see and touch historical Tesla models in the museum, including the 2005 Tesla Roadster “Aerodynamic Buck” prototype, and a 2013 Tesla Model S P85 which was awarded a “Car of the Year” title. These exhibits show that Tesla has been keen on innovation and environmental conservation in the automotive sector for a long time.

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Tesla’s Latest Update: Improving Security While Increasing Productivity

In the current market of electric vehicles Tesla stands as a trailblazer not only in terms of speed and appearance but also in terms of Tesla security features . As the cases of car break-ins and thefts increased to over 555,000 in 2021, reliable security systems have become a necessity for car owners. Sentry Mode has been part of Tesla’s features for quite some time and is considered to be one of the best in terms of monitoring a car. Now, the company has released a significant update to this feature, which will make it even more convenient to use.

This release is called Tesla Software Update 2024.38.4 and its main goal is to optimise Sentry Mode performance while reducing its energy consumption. This innovation is intended to offer the same degree of protection that the current system does but at a fraction of the battery usage that is currently draining 7-14% or about one mile per hour of powering the alarm. Tesla’s architectural innovation in how video is processed is a step towards reducing power consumption by as much as 40% to achieve safety and efficiency.

Tesla Security Features Update: What’s New?

Tesla’s latest update takes advantage of its sophisticated onboard hardware to minimize energy waste. In the past, Sentry Mode necessitates the constant running of sensors and cameras to identify any unwanted behaviors near the car. However, with this new update, the Full Self-Driving (FSD) computer now handles motion detection and video compression, allowing the Media Control Unit (MCU) to remain in a sleep state unless a genuine threat is detected. This refinement is useful to guarantee that the system only wakes when required and therefore helps to save energy.

The Cybertruck will be the first model to have the new security features updated for Tesla security features  for its iconic models. Although this car will be used to determine the effectiveness of the 40% power reduction as initially promised, similar upgrades will be extended to other Tesla models in the future. 

Better Functionality of Rear Camera

Apart from enhancing Sentry Mode, the software update also enhances Tesla’s rear camera systems. For the vehicles equipped with Hardware 4 including Model S and Model Y, the update improves the video quality and offers wider view. Many of these improvements enhance the user experience specifically for Tesla owners while further extending the list of benefits for consumers who are considering purchasing electric cars.

Why This Matters

Tesla’s dedication to enhancing Tesla security features  is a part of a wider process to make electric automobiles safer and more practical. In addition to catering to energy consumption needs, Tesla also helps vehicle owners as well as the environment. Such updating is a proof of the organism’s creativity and correspondingly, receptiveness to the consumers’ requirements.

Supporters of Tesla have also flocked to social media to express their joy about these enhancements. From security to energy efficiency, this latest update puts Tesla in a better place in the EV market.

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Mahindra & Mahindra Threatens Tesla and BYD with Affordability of its Tesla Electric Vehicles

M&M has ventured into the electric vehicle market without any hesitation and is competing with the biggies of the automobile industry such as Tesla and BYD. After the latest BE 6e and XUV 9e EVs models were recently released, starting at around Rs 20 lakh, M&M’s CEO Rajesh Jejurikar said the company is not threatened by global rivals. He asked Tesla and BYD to come and start similar EVs in India but made it clear that the same success cannot be replicated with their electric vehicle pricing.

Pricing policy that M&M adopted involves giving aggressive price offers that threaten global manufacturers while at the same time investing Rs 12,000 crore on Tesla Electric Vehicles. The BE 6e and XUV 9e are the first products of this aggressive plan, a vision to bring luxury Tesla Electric Vehicles to the Indian market. Jejurikar’s message was clear: Thanks to local talent, Indian firms are now on par with any international competitor in the green vehicle industry.

As Jejurikar said, the new EVs that M&M has been working on, from the drawing board to the showroom, have taken only three years to create – the shortest time in the firm’s history. He stressed that these Tesla Electric Vehicles are fitted with modern technology as the best luxury products in the global market. However, in one area, Mahindra is significantly superior to most carmakers – electric vehicle pricing. Mahindra has been rather aggressive in pricing these vehicles so that they are more price competitive with the global models for the Indian market.

The addition of such features as ADAS which were an important success factor in the Mahindra XUV700 is a testimony to the fact that the company is keen on creating stylish, technologically infused, and affordable EVs. According to Jejurikar, if the prices are right and the features are suitable, then Indian consumers, including those in the conventional markets, would accept high-tech cars.

Another major benefit for M&M is that it can build electric cars of international standards with almost all Indian engineers. Jejurikar pointed out that Indian engineers’ commitment to the company is another advantage since it allows the firm to offer competitive prices for Tesla Electric Vehicles.

In the future, Jejurikar expects that electric cars will account for 30 per cent of India’s car sales by 2030. He also noted that once India starts to produce quality Tesla Electric Vehicles at relatively cheaper prices, the market uptake will rise. The current products from M&M are establishing a new low for electric vehicle costs and showing that Indian manufacturers can build quality electric cars at a reasonable cost.

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