Tesla Software Update 2025.8 Now Available to Employees—Exciting New Features Await

Employees at Tesla are currently testing out the latest software update, version 2025.8. This is a common practice at Tesla, where updates are first released to internal audiences for testing before being rolled out to the public.

While the exact details of this update are still under wraps, there are several anticipated features that could be included.

Adaptive Headlight Support

The refreshed Model Y is set to receive adaptive headlights and matrix headlight functionality, making it the first Tesla vehicle in North America to offer matrix headlights. This feature recently received approval in the United States and will soon be available on all Tesla vehicles equipped with matrix headlights, including the Cybertruck, Model S, Model X, and Model 3.

Grok Support

Tesla’s smart assistant, Grok 3, is expected to bring new functionality to Tesla vehicles by intelligently handling voice commands. While a Spring launch is more likely, there’s a possibility that Grok 3 could be included in the upcoming software update following its recent voice support launch.

Cybertruck Updates

Exciting updates are on the horizon for the Cybertruck, including new suspension controls that may offer height adjustments via the Tesla App. Additionally, a Cold Weather Fix is anticipated to address charging speed issues in cold weather conditions, improving the overall performance of the Cybertruck.

In-Cabin Radar Support

Tesla has begun activating in-cabin radar in older Model Y vehicles, with plans to extend support to other equipped models for enhanced human presence detection. Rear-seat passenger detection is expected to be supported in vehicles starting in Q3 2025.

New Nav Routing Options

Chinese users recently received new navigation routing options, such as Least Congestion, Prefer Highways, and Lowest Tolls. These features may soon be available in North America and Europe, offering improved navigation capabilities for Tesla owners.

Trailer Profiles for Model S, X, Y

Trailer Profiles, initially launched with the Cybertruck, could soon be extended to other tow-hitch-compatible vehicles. This feature allows users to save trailer details for more accurate energy usage estimates and mileage tracking.

Custom Vehicle Wraps for Models S, 3, X, Y

Tesla is expected to introduce the ability to customize vehicle wraps and license plate visualizations for Models S, 3, X, and Y, following the success of this feature on the Cybertruck. This customization option will allow Tesla owners to personalize their vehicles to their liking.

Sentry Mode Efficiency Update

Improvements made to the Cybertruck’s Sentry Mode to reduce energy usage by nearly 40% are likely to be rolled out to the entire Tesla fleet, enhancing the efficiency of this security feature.

Release Date

Tesla typically takes one to two weeks to release an update to customers after testing it with wave 1 employees. The release notes for version 2025.8 are expected to be available in the coming weeks, providing Tesla owners with a glimpse of the exciting new features to come.