There actually is a 2025 update for Tesla vehicles — it’s called version 2025.26, and it started rolling out in mid-July 2025. Tesla usually drops these bigger updates around summer, and this one’s shaping up to be a pretty significant one for folks who’ve gotten it so far.
What’s In the 2025.26 Update?
The update brings in a bunch of new features — some are genuinely exciting, while others are more subtle under-the-hood improvements:
- Grok (Beta) – Tesla’s new in-car AI assistant powered by xAI. You activate it by holding the voice command button. It can answer questions pulled from the web, but it can’t control the car (yet). Right now, it’s only available in the U.S. on Ryzen-based vehicles with Premium Connectivity. Source: Not a Tesla App.
- Light Sync – Ambient lighting can now pulse with your music. There’s even a “Rave Cave” mode when the car is parked.
- Dashcam Improvements – You can adjust playback speed and watch recordings in full-screen. Only on Ryzen-powered models.
- Site Info at Arrival – Shows more Supercharger info when you arrive, like restroom availability or if the spot requires valet access.
- Audio Settings – You can now save and use custom equalizer presets with easier access from the audio controls menu.
- Onboarding Guide – A quick walkthrough to help new owners get familiar with their Tesla. Available on the updated Model 3 and Model Y.
- Service Mode Tools – Added diagnostics like seat actuator checks and noise/vibration test panels. Also, Sentry Mode now flashes ambient lights if it detects a threat.
A smaller follow-up version, 2025.26.4, came out on July 25. It mainly patches up a few bugs and smooths out the new features.
Rollout Progress
The update started on July 14, and so far, it’s only reached a small portion of Tesla owners. Mostly, it’s going to U.S.-based vehicles with newer Ryzen chips. As of now, only around 1–2% of the Tesla fleet has it, so expect it to take some time to reach everyone else.
Live rollout stats can be tracked on Tessie.com.
Earlier 2025 Updates Worth Mentioning
Before this update, Tesla pushed out the 2025.20 series in June and early July. It came with a few quality-of-life improvements:
- Trunk open warning
- Forward collision haptics (vibration alerts)
- Improvements to PIN to Drive
- Supercharger session display on iPhone lock screen
Earlier still, 2025.14.12 introduced adaptive headlights, better dashcam/sentry footage capture, and more navigation options like “Avoid Highways.”
What’s Coming Next?
Tesla hasn’t given a clear timeline for Grok to roll out globally or to cars with Intel-based systems. It’s really likely we’ll see a wider rollout eventually, but it’s still in early stages.
That said, Grok has already stirred up a bit of controversy. A recent report by The Verge revealed the assistant had produced some very problematic responses, leading xAI to quickly push out moderation updates.
On the self-driving front, robotaxis and unsupervised Full Self-Driving are still mostly stuck in regulatory limbo. Elon Musk insists it’s close, but we’ve heard that before — so take it with a grain of salt.
Quick Recap
| Update Version | Released | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| 2025.14.12 | May 2025 | Adaptive headlights, better recording, new routing options |
| 2025.20.x | June–July 2025 | Trunk warning, haptics, PIN to Drive updates |
| 2025.26 / 26.4 | July 14–25, 2025 | Grok AI, Light Sync, Dashcam tools, onboarding help |
What We Think
So yes, there really is a Tesla Update 2025, and while it’s still rolling out slowly, it does bring some really neat additions. Grok is the main feature everyone’s talking about, but other improvements like Light Sync and the new Supercharger info make a noticeable difference too.
If you’ve got a newer model and Premium Connectivity, it’s worth checking if your vehicle’s ready. Otherwise, it might just take a bit longer to get to you.
Curious if your car supports it or want tips to speed up the update? Drop a comment or check Tesla’s community forums — they’re often the first to spot changes.
