Tesla vehicles offer a variety of features, such as the Tesla app & keycard, as well as fun extras like Sentry Mode & ‘Caraoke,’ which reflect Elon Musk’s personality.
Features of Technology in Tesla Cars
Tesla is an innovative automotive company that utilizes AI to create features such as Autopilot, Summon, battery management, navigation & collision avoidance, making their cars more attractive & competitive.
Autopilot
Tesla cars come with Autopilot, an advanced driver assistance system that uses cameras & sensors to detect & respond to their surroundings. It can drive, accelerate & brake on its own, & an optional Full-Self Driving add-on can be purchased for further autonomous capabilities such as lane switching & recognizing traffic signals.
Caraoke
Tesla released a new feature in 2019 called “Caraoke” which allows drivers to sing karaoke with lyrics while the car is parked. The TeslaMic, which costs $188, sold out quickly in China after its launch. It features music from multiple languages & has become a popular choice among Tesla owners, though it can only be used when the car is not in motion.
Bioweapon defense mode
Tesla’s latest models, the Model X, Model Y, Model S, & Model 3, are equipped with a HEPA filtration system that protects drivers from air pollution, bacteria, pollen, & biodefense weapons. In January, Tesla released a video demonstrating the system’s capabilities.
Touchscreen
Tesla cars have a touchscreen with various features such as gaming, streaming services, & traffic updates, as well as climate control & navigation.
Streaming & video gaming
Tesla has recently upgraded its infotainment system by providing a range of entertainment options such as YouTube, Netflix, Hulu, Theater, Arcade, Toybox, & Browser. The Arcade setting allows drivers to play full games with the steering wheel buttons or a USB controller when the car is parked, providing an enjoyable way to pass the time.
Web browser
Tesla’s premium connectivity allows drivers to access various services such as Hulu, Spotify, & PLEX media player while their car is parked.
Frunk
Tesla cars feature a “frunk,” a storage space located in the front of the vehicle, rather than the traditional trunk in the back. Other car makers, such as Ford F-150 Lightning electric pickup trucks, have adopted this unique design.
Easter eggs
Tesla cars come with hidden features called “Easter eggs” that can be accessed to provide fun features like Santa in a sleigh, a rainbow-like road, & colorful lights at the supercharger port.
Air suspension
Tesla cars have an intelligent suspension system that automatically adjusts the firmness of the suspension depending on the GPS coordinates of the vehicle & can also be manually adjusted by the driver through the control panel. This allows for a smoother ride on long trips.
Sentry mode
Sentry Mode on a Tesla car allows you to monitor your parked vehicle from any location & alert you of any collisions or impacts detected by the exterior cameras.
Fart mode
The driver can choose which speaker the sound comes from, creating the illusion that the sound is coming from a particular seat or direction. However, a feature that allowed drivers to change the sound of their horn with something like a bleating goat or applause, known as “boombox mode”, has been shut down due to safety concerns.
Superchargers
Tesla owners have a significant advantage over other EV drivers due to the availability of their fast charging stations. More than 35,000 Tesla Superchargers worldwide offer up to 200 miles of travel after a 15-minute charge, & the US has 58% more Tesla Superchargers than other fast-charging plugs.
Auto-presenting doors
The Tesla Model X has an automatic unlock feature, which can be enabled or disabled from the car’s in-car display. CEO Elon Musk praised this feature as one of the best features of Model X.
App
Tesla has an app that allows drivers to control their car remotely, including checking sentry mode & charging status, adjusting air conditioning & heat settings & locking/unlocking doors.
Dog mode
Tesla has developed “Dog Mode,” a feature that keeps pets safe & comfortable in the car by regulating the temperature & displaying a message on the car’s touchscreen. Owners can also access a live feed from the cabin camera through the Tesla app to check on their pets in real-time.
Over-the-air updates
Tesla vehicles can receive automatic updates that add new features & improve safety, & other car makers are now providing similar options. These updates can be downloaded while the vehicle is in use but cannot be installed until the car is stationary.
Ludicrous Plus mode
Ludicrous Plus mode allows Tesla owners to maximize their vehicle’s speed on a race track by increasing the battery temperature for optimal performance.
key
Alternative key fobs shaped like a Tesla car are available for unlocking your Tesla without using a phone or card.
Plaid mode
The Tesla Model S Plaid mode is a feature designed to give speed racers an edge, utilizing three electric motors & batteries to produce up to 1,020 horsepower & accelerating from 0-60 mph in only two seconds, matching the performance of Bugatti & Lamborghini cars.
Automatic cabin overheat protection.
Tesla’s Cabin Overheat Protection system automatically starts cooling the car when the interior gets too hot. Elon Musk recently announced that the next software update will allow drivers to set the temperature at which this cooling system will activate.
Explicit lyrics bar on infotainment system
The Tesla infotainment system includes a music app that can censor explicit song lyrics, making it suitable for driving with children.
Final Thoughts
Tesla cars incorporate artificial intelligence into their features, allowing them to learn patterns, store information, & make more intelligent decisions in the future.