Tesla Holiday Update 2023: Every New Feature Breakdown
Hey everyone, DennisCW here! The Tesla Holiday Update is finally here, and Tesla has officially unveiled all the exciting features rolling out soon. If you're like me, you're probably itching to know when these will hit your vehicle. Tesla drops these massive updates twice a year—holidays and spring—and this one's packed with goodies. Let's dive in!
Grok Integration Takes Off (Beta)
First up: Grok with navigation commands in beta. Now, you can chat with Grok and say, "Find me a great restaurant nearby," and it'll not only search but plug it straight into your navigation. This is just the start of Grok becoming a core part of our Teslas. Game-changer!
Fun and Practical Upgrades
- Tesla Photo Booth: Snap selfies with Optimus in the background or other fun overlays. Perfect for holiday vibes!
- Dog Mode with iOS Live Activity: No more keeping the Tesla app open full-time. Live Activities let you monitor your pup on the go—I'll be using this all the time.
- Dashcam Viewer Enhancements: Clips now show speed, steering wheel angle, and Full Self-Driving (FSD) state. Super helpful for sharing those epic drives.
Holiday Spirit Boosts
- Santa Mode gets more 3D effects for extra magic.
- Light Show upgraded for bigger holiday parties.
- Jingle Rust with custom wraps and license plates—deck out your Tesla in festive style!
Navigation and Charging Smarts
- Reorder Home/Work: Drop a pin anywhere on the map to set your favorites. So intuitive!
- Supercharger 3D Maps: See a 3D layout of the station, pick your spot, and discover nearby restaurants or shops.
- HOV Lane Routing: Fingers crossed this fixes those pesky high-occupancy vehicle glitches.
- Phone Left Behind Chime: Get alerted if you leave your phone in the car.
- Charge Limit Per Location: Save custom limits for spots while parked. (Hoping this extends to Superchargers for my free 100% charges!)
Other Hidden Gems
Spotted by the community: Disable wireless phone charging pad. Great for avoiding overheating issues.
And that's not all—the list goes on! Now, it's the waiting game: when will these roll out to your Tesla?
Upgrade Your Ride with Accessories
While we wait for software magic, level up your hardware. Skip overpriced OEM stuff and grab sets from Jowua. Phone mounts, center consoles—everything your Tesla needs. Use my promo code (link in description) for free shipping on qualifying orders. The Jowua mount is perfect for FSD and nav visibility.
Which feature are you most hyped for? Drop a comment below, smash that like button, and subscribe for more Tesla updates. Merry holidays, Tesla fam!
-DennisCW
Dennis CW
Tesla enthusiast and EV expert. Sharing tips on maximizing your Tesla ownership experience.