Tesla Update 2025.8.4: New features and improvements

This update introduces numerous features and improvements that make your driving experience more comfortable and safer. From Standard Ride & Handling to optimized Trips & Odometer – here you will learn everything that has changed in the current version.

Standard Ride & Handling in Autopilot

With the new Standard Ride & Handling, your Tesla will automatically switch to a more comfortable driving mode as soon as the autopilot is activated. This setting is enabled by default and ensures a more pleasant driving experience. If you want to deactivate the feature, you can easily do so via Controls > Dynamics.

Improved Steering and Suspension Adjustment

Steer-by-wire Improvements:
Steering comfort is improved – the steering wheel now provides realistic feedback that optimally adapts to different road surfaces.
Adjust Ride Height via Tesla App:
For Cybertruck owners, there is now the option to control the air suspension directly via the app. Conveniently adjust the height via Controls > Ride Height as long as your phone is paired as a key and the Tesla App version 4.42.5 or higher is installed.

Additional Updates at a Glance

Minor Updates:
On the consumption side, you can now view your last 10, 100, or 200 miles (15, 150, or 300 kilometers) of energy consumption and delete the history if needed. Additionally, the first row cabin sensor system now shows the standard on all new 2025 Model Ys – even if your vehicle already had the necessary hardware.
Your battery energy consumption is dynamically adjusted to your driving behavior. You can also perform a Battery Health Test to check the condition of your battery and recalibrate it.
Bluetooth Player:
The Bluetooth player receives an update that makes switching between available music services easier. Additional music services are now displayed directly under the connected device – quick access that optimizes your music experience.
Trips & Odometer:
The trip display has been refined:
- More Accuracy: The current trip and since-last-charge meters now show decimal points as well as energy consumption in kWh.
- Automatic Reset: The Current Drive Meter resets automatically when leaving the park, while the Since-Last-Charge Meter is renewed after completing a charging session.
Traffic Visualization:
The traffic visualization shines in a new light:
- Improved Representation: You can expect thicker lines, rounded corners, and a new "yellow" traffic status, in addition to the familiar orange and red indicators.
- Premium Connectivity Free: This feature is now available to everyone – just tap on the map and select the traffic light button.

Summary and Outlook

The Tesla Update 2025.8.4 brings numerous improvements that make driving more comfortable and efficient. From automatic chassis adjustment in autopilot to more precise trip measurements and improved traffic visualization – each feature is designed to offer you an optimal driving experience. Stay tuned for what further innovations Tesla has in store for you in the future.