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Tesla shared release notes for its spring update over the weekend, and the forthcoming update includes new features such as the highly anticipated adaptive headlights, custom trunk height settings, and more.In a post on X on Saturday, Tesla said that the 2025 spring update would be rolling out soon, along with noting that the software version would include the highly anticipated adaptive headlights for owners in the U.S.
and Canada. The update also adds features such as the ability to set custom frunk and trunk heights at saved locations, view and select alternative trip routing plans, and a number of other minor improvements.After the release of the new Model Y, Tesla’s VP of Vehicle Engineering Lars Moravy confirmed in February that the matrix headlights and adaptive headlights would be making their way to the U.
S. soon, alongside their inclusion in the refreshed model. Additionally, Moravy went on to confirm that the adaptive headlights would be coming to the Cybertruck after speculation around the topic.
READ MORE ON TESLA SOFTWARE UPDATES: Tesla’s new Model Y gets first software update—Here’s what’s in itYou can see the full release notes for Tesla’s 2025 spring update below, as shared by the company over the weekend.Adaptive Headlights (U.S.
and Canada)Credit: Tesla | XHigh beams adapt to reduce glare for other drivers and cyclists. By detecting other road users, and selectively dimming individual pixels of the headlight, your high beams stay on more often for greater visibility at night.If your vehicle has the necessary hardware, you will see the setting under Controls > Lights > Adaptive HeadlightsBlind Spot Camera on Driver Screen (New Model S/X)Credit: Tesla | XBlind Spot Camera feed is now available on the instrument panel.
Controls > Display > Automatic Blind Spot Camera & select Driver ScreenDashcam Update & Side Camera Recording (Newer Model S, 3, X, and Y)Credit: Tesla | XYour vehicle’s side cameras (B-Pillar) will now be recorded to both Dashcam and Sentry clips, increasing the total number of camera views from 4 to 6.The Dashcam Viewer app has also been redesigned with a grid view and quick access to the next video, making it easier review recordings.Alternative Trip PlansCredit: Tesla | XMultiple trip plans are now available for you to choose from, allowing you to better suit your travel needs.
Also, when viewing a charger location page, nearby restaurants, cafes, and shops within walking distance are displayed at the bottomFastest: offers the quickest routeBest Amenities: prioritizes stops near open and highly rated restaurants, shops, and restroomsFewer Stops: minimizes charging stopsComfort Drive Mode in Autopilot (Cybertruck)Your Cybertruck will now automatically transition to Comfort Drive Mode when Autopilot is engaged.Lane Departure Avoidance (Cybertruck)Credit: Tesla | XThis feature warns you if your vehicle drifts near or out of your lane. With this update, your Cybertruck can now also assist you.
When enabled, a blue indicator line will appear on the touchscreen, showing which lane marking is being crossed. You can customize Lane Departure Avoidance in Controls > Autopilot > Lane Departure Avoidance.Save Trunk Height Based on Location (Model 3, Model Y, New Model S/X, New Model 3)Credit: Tesla | XCustomize the opening height of your trunk & save it as the default for a specific location, such as your garage.
To set height, manually adjust the lift gate to your preferred opening height, then press & hold the trunk close button until you hear a chime.Save Frunk Height Based on Location (Cybertruck)Customize the opening height of your frunk & save it as the default or for a specific location, such as your garage. Manually adjust to your preferred height, then press & hold frunk exterior button until you hear a chime.
Avoid HighwaysNavigation can now avoid highways when possible. Go to Controls > Navigation > Avoid HighwaysKeyboard languagesCredit: Tesla | XSwitch between different language input methods on your touchscreen. Go to Controls > Display > KeyboardsKeep Accessory Power OnUse or charge devices through USB ports / inductive phone charger / low voltage outlets (depending on what your vehicle is equipped with) after exiting your Tesla, as long as battery is >20 percentMinor UpdatesMedia search results are now filtered by sources, providing faster and more streamlined access to contentYou can now shuffle an entire Apple Music playlist that contains more than 100 songsEasily scroll through your SiriusXM favorites by tapping the steering wheel button left or rightSign in with your Amazon Music Free account.
Requires Premium Connectivity or an active WiFi connectionSee what song will play next on YouTube Music playlists in the Up Next view of the media playerIf your hotspot is enabled, it will automatically connect to your vehicle once you start driving, so you won’t have to reconnect each timeTesla launches Holiday Update: Apple Watch app, Sentry Mode upgrades, and moreThe post Tesla’s spring update arrives with adaptive headlights and more appeared first on TESLARATI..
