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Issue 38 - Romance mode, Emissions testing, & more

48.12.1 Software update is here with plenty of goodies. I bet you can't help but smile

Here’s what’s new in the latest software update:

  • Keep Climate On
  • Romance Mode
  • Pole Position
  • Emissions Testing
  • USB Game Controller support

Read more: Twitter

EVSE rebates and tax credits, by state

There are many rebates and tax incentives for purchasing and installing a Level 2 charging station at your home or business. Check out this list by state and find out which ones you qualify for.

Read more: ClipperCreek

2018.48.1 NoAP now prompts to move out of passing lane

Now we just need enough people on Teslas and with NoAP so the passing lane in California can be actually used for… passing :)

Read more: Reddit

Your chance to help delivery happiness this Christmas (for SV Tesla Owners)

There is an opportunity to help out with Q4/year end delivery push at the SF Van Ness location. The Tesla Owners of Silicon Valley have been invited by Tesla to help. All you have to do is:

  1. Sign up to be a member at https://www.teslasiliconvalley.com (you have to be in the club to volunteer)
  2. Grab a slot on this sign-up sheet once youโ€™re signed up

If you are not in the Bay Area and want to help just contact your local Tesla store and see how you can help in the last big push of the year!

Your NN at work. Just wow!

The driver posted this video on Reddit, he also said his Model 3 has EAP but he wasn’t driving on AP when the accident happened. Thanks EBS!

Have you tried the Romantic mode in your Tesla yet?

Beautiful Easter egg just in time for Christmas (and it’s not the only one). Fireplace with sound and everything, that is perfect to feel warmer while waiting to Supercharge your car. Check out the video.

Read more: Reddit

NoAP will soon work without requiring confirmation

Elon said he’s already driving with NoAP not requiring confirmation of lane changes. He also said it’s probably going to get enabled next month. Can we believe that? Is the world ready for such a big change?

Read more: Twitter

What the acronym?

As Tesla fan I find myself sometimes having to remember what are all those acronyms, here is a list of the ones you can find in this issue.

  • NoAP - Navigate on Autopilot
  • NN - Neural Network
  • EAP - Enhanced Autopilot
  • AP - Autopilot
  • EVSE - Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment
  • SV - Silicon Valley
  • M3P - Model 3 Performance
  • EBS - Emergency Breaking System

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