Tesla has begun rolling out software version 2026.26, the automaker’s 2026 Summer Update, headlined by a significantly more capable Grok voice assistant that can now place phone calls, play music, adjust climate, and search the Controls panel by voice. The release also brings smarter navigation, with routes based on driving history and destinations the car learns you visit regularly, along with scored Caraoke sessions, phone-to-car custom wrap uploads, Apple Music queue management, in-car browser access to the cabin camera and microphone, selectable Traction Control modes, and the ability to search for Superchargers by name.
Tesla update 2026.26 official release notes
Grok Commands
Grok can now make phone calls, play music, adjust climate, and search the Controls panel. Ask Grok about your Tesla or what was included in the latest software update.
Go to Grok > Settings to enable or disable “Hey Grok” and location-based reminders. Requires Premium Connectivity or a WiFi connection. Conversations are anonymous to Tesla and not associated with your vehicle.
Caraoke with Scoring
Caraoke now scores your singing while in Park. Earn stars and track your high scores in the My Karaoke tab. On the rear display, tap the queue button to show a QR code for passengers to scan and add songs to the queue from their phones. Requires Premium Connectivity.
Welcome Animation
Your Tesla now welcomes you with animations when turning on. To disable, go to Controls > Display > Welcome Animation.
Custom Wraps
Use the Mobile App to upload custom wrap designs from images on your phone and send directly to your Tesla. Go to Creations > Wrap > Upload. Requires Mobile App v4.59.0 or later.
To access in car, go to App Launcher > Toybox > Paint Shop.
Preferred Routes
Navigation now prioritizes routes that you’ve taken before. Online Routing must be enabled at Controls > Navigation > Online Routing. Location data is anonymous to Tesla and not associated with your vehicle.
Automatic Navigation
Automatic Navigation now adapts to your routine. In addition to Home, Work, and upcoming calendar events, your vehicle can now suggest and route to the places you visit regularly, like a school drop-off on the way to work, or the gym on the way home.
To enable, go to Controls > Navigation > Automatic Navigation. Location data is anonymous to Tesla and not associated with your vehicle.
Camera Preview
You can now open Camera Preview at any time, even if your Tesla is not in Park.
Go to Controls > Service > Camera Preview and tap on any camera view to see it individually. Tap the grid button to switch back to all cameras.
Apple Music
Add songs to your Apple Music queue directly from Search results and Artist pages. Tap and hold a song, or tap the three-dot menu to play next, add to queue, save to your library, or mark as a favorite. Requires an active Apple Music subscription.
Rear Display
Disable rear touchscreen controls from the center display by going to App Launcher > Rear > Lock Rear Display. Content selected from the center display will continue to play in the rear.
Web Browser
You can now use your Tesla’s interior camera and cabin microphone in Web Browser. Tap to grant permissions when a website requests access. Camera is only available while parked.
Traction Control Modes
Choose from three updated traction control modes: Auto for normal driving conditions, Slippery Surface for icy or wet roads, or Stuck Assist when stuck in snow, mud, or sand. The mode resets to Auto at the start of each drive. To select, go to Controls > Dynamics > Traction Control Mode.
Set Arrival Energy
Set your desired Arrival Energy for any trip from your phone. Open the location tab in the Tesla Mobile App, enter your destination, and tap Set Arrival Energy. Requires Mobile App v4.58.0 or later.
Supercharger Search
You can now find Superchargers by name when searching for a destination.
Security Improvements
This update includes important security fixes and improvements.
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Great news. I can’t wait for the download. Hopefully, that won’t be too long.