Tesla Plans Major Interface Overhaul With Version 9 Software Update
Tesla confirms a new user interface is coming in August as part of the Version 9 software update, which also promises the first full self-driving features.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirms that a major user interface overhaul is on the way as part of the highly anticipated Version 9 software update. This announcement marks the first significant UI refresh since Version 8.0 launched back in 2016, bringing a much-needed visual evolution to both the instrument cluster and the center display.
The upcoming August update introduces more than just cosmetic changes, as it also delivers Tesla's first "full self-driving features." Musk reveals that the new interface specifically targets the Autopilot display, with plans to show vehicles in the car's blind spots based on suggestions from Tesla owners on social media.
Industry watchers expect Version 9 to include several long-awaited features alongside the visual upgrades. Anticipation is high for the debut of a new music streaming service, a built-in dashcam feature utilizing the vehicle's Autopilot cameras, and further improvements to Tesla's already impressive in-car software ecosystem.