Software update from Tesla: Tesla Spring Update

EVWire brief: Tesla shared the 2025 Spring Update release notes which has already rolled out to employees ( version 2025.14)

Here’s what the update includes:

Adaptive Headlights (US + Canada)

High 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 Headlights

Blind Spot Camera on Driver Screen (New Model S/X)

Dashcam Update & Side Camera (B-pillar) Recording (Newer S3XY)
The B-pillar camera recordings were highly requested from owners recently considering all the vandalism etc — great to see Tesla acted quickly! Now, 4 6 camera feeds can be accessed on your Tesla.

The Dashcam Viewer app has also been redesigned with a grid view and quick access to the next video, making it easier review recordings. Based on some videos around the community, the b-pillar cam will likely be available for the CT too.

Alternative Trip Plans (all models?)
You can now choose between Fastest (offers the quickest route); Best Amenities (prioritizes stops near open and highly rated restaurants, shops, and restrooms) and Fewer Stops (minimizes charging stops) for navigation.
Also, when viewing a charger location page, nearby restaurants, cafes, and shops within walking distance are displayed at the bottom.

(on a sidenote outside this release, it seems that ‘cheaper’ route option might be coming soon too)

Cybertrucks will now automatically transition to Comfort Drive Mode when Autopilot is engaged. Also for Cybertruck, Lane Departure Avoidance now warns you if your vehicle drifts near or out of your lane and can assist you.

Save Trunk Height Based on Location (M3, MY, New S/X, New M3)

Customize 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.

You can now similarly also save Cybertruck’s Frunk height based on location.

Avoid Highways (all models?)

Navigation can now avoid highways when possible. Go to Controls > Navigation > Avoid Highways. Good to see they’ve carried this option over from China.

Keyboard Languages

Switch between different language input methods on your touchscreen. Go to Controls > Display > Keyboards

Keep “Accessory Power On”

Use 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%. You can do this without using Camp Mode.

Yes! This was an issue for a while for all campers which should remedy some of the issues — Tesla is actually re-enabling this feature here.

Minor Updates:

• Media search results are now filtered by sources, providing faster and more streamlined access to content

• You can now shuffle an entire Apple Music playlist that contains more than 100 songs

• Easily scroll through your SiriusXM favorites by tapping the steering wheel button left or right

• Sign in with your Amazon Music Free account. Requires Premium Connectivity or an active WiFi connection

• See what song will play next on YouTube Music playlists in the Up Next view of the media player

• If your hotspot is enabled, it will automatically connect to your vehicle once you start driving, so you won’t have to reconnect each time

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