Tesla Is Pushing New Software Update To Increase The Range The Model Y
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Tesla has been relentlessly improving its cars and now a new software update that is coming to the relatively new Model Y will enhance the range of the vehicle. The software update numbered 2020.40.7 is behind these new efficiency improvements.
“Your car’s range has increased with new software that improves the efficiency of the motors and the climate control systems,” Tesla said in the update release notes.
It also notes that there is no impact on the efficiency of the HVAC system or the performance of the vehicle with these range enhancements. Fundamentally, there are no trade-offs.
“Note: These changes do not impact acceleration or overall climate control performance,” Tesla added.
As reported by Electrek, a Tesla Model Y owner noted the new software update accounted for a meager enhancement in range to something between 320 and 325 miles. Tesla officially has also enhanced the range of the Model Y from 316 miles to 325 miles.
This is not the first time the company has done this as it recently increased the range of the Model 3 by 15 miles.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is the new software update number that delivers the range improvements for the Model Y?
What is the new software update number that delivers the range improvements for the Model Y?
The new software update that brings efficiency improvements to the Model Y is numbered 2020.40.7. This update enhances the vehicle's range by optimising the motors and climate control systems.
Q.What is the new official range for the Tesla Model Y after this software update?
What is the new official range for the Tesla Model Y after this software update?
Tesla has officially increased the range of the Model Y from 316 miles to 325 miles. This enhancement is attributed to improvements in motor and climate control efficiency via the new software.
Q.Do these range improvements negatively affect the vehicle's performance or climate control system?
Do these range improvements negatively affect the vehicle's performance or climate control system?
No, Tesla states these changes do not impact acceleration or overall climate control performance. The company’s release notes confirm there are no trade-offs regarding the efficiency of the HVAC system or vehicle performance.