Tesla owners list most-wanted features for holiday release

Tesla is rolling out the holiday update soon. This update usually lands just before Christmas. Owners expect new entertainment options, smarter features, and some key fixes. The company is testing the first wave with software version 2025.44. This build focuses on stability. The real update, full of new features should follow as 2025.44.25 in the coming weeks.

More streaming platforms

There are only a few streaming services right now, like Netflix, Disney+, and Hulu. Owners want more options. Services like HBO Max, Paramount+, and YouTube TV would help drivers and passengers pass the time when charging or waiting in the car. Workarounds exist, but they are clunky. People want these apps built into the car’s entertainment system.

Smarter Grok assistant

Tesla added Grok, its AI assistant, to vehicles. Still, Grok can’t control basic car functions with voice commands. Drivers have to use the regular microphone button for most adjustments. Owners want Grok to handle tasks like changing the temperature, opening the charge port, or adding a stop without jumping between tools.

Full Self-Driving in Europe

Tesla’s FSD system is ready for many places, but regulations are slow. Several European agencies are asking for more testing before they allow FSD. So, European owners are still waiting. Tesla may use special exemptions to speed things up, but most people expect more waiting before FSD is widely available in Europe.

Better parking controls

Many owners have a set parking space at home. Current FSD can park but won’t remember a preferred spot. Newer FSD versions let drivers choose between parking lots, garages, or charging stations. Still, FSD sometimes misses the right spot. Tesla says future updates will offer better support for driveways and assigned spaces, making arrival smoother for everyone.

Navigation changes

Tesla’s navigation often picks the fastest route. Some people want to choose a different street or stop by a restaurant. In some countries, options exist to pick routes based on speed or traffic. Most users would like a simple way to tap anywhere on the map and select a new route directly.

Summon for Cybertruck

Summon lets you move your car with your phone. The Cybertruck doesn’t have all the Summon features yet. Tesla plans to bring Smart Summon and other controls to Cybertruck soon.

What’s coming soon

Tesla’s first 2025.44 update this season focuses on stability and bug fixes. It adds things like Dashcam grid for certain vehicles and more options for climate control. Bigger features arrive a little later in December with the full holiday update.

Past holiday updates have delivered fun surprises and useful upgrades. Last year, Tesla added Apple Watch support, better Dashcam and Sentry integration, and new entertainment options. Owners expect this year’s update might add Apple CarPlay and new navigation features.

Tesla’s annual holiday update always surprises. Owners look forward to new apps, better AI, and useful tools. Not every wishlist item gets checked off, but Tesla tends to add features that drivers find useful. The update is coming soon, and drivers are ready for something new this season.

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