Tesla has unveiled the newest update of its Tesla App, giving owners access to improved insights that detail their vehicle's battery pack and much more. The latest update to the app, which the carmaker often deploys, offers enhancements to the charging tab. During the colder seasons, Tesla will show the battery percentage that cannot be charged on the charging slider if the battery pack is too cold. Moreover, the tick marks are now constantly visible at 10% intervals.
In addition, Manage Payment and History now supports a new ‘Membership’ option to manage your membership or charge non-Teslas. Users can sign up, cancel, or renew their charging membership in this menu. Last but not least, Tesla is introducing a new function dubbed 'Drive on Sunshine' to assist residents with rooftop solar to charge their Tesla vehicles with extra solar power.
Vehicle-Focused App Updates
Tesla Launches a Powerful New Update for its Mobile App
Trend Themes
1. Vehicle-focused App Updates - The trend of updating vehicle apps specifically to focus on user experience offers room for the development of more personalized applications.
2. Membership Management for Charging Stations - The adoption of a membership option in charging station apps opens up opportunities for new partnerships and payment models for charging and maintenance services.
3. Integrating Renewable Energy Into Charging - The integration of renewable energy sources into charging services allows for more sustainable battery charging and supports the transition to cleaner energy options.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - Updating mobile apps for vehicular support provides opportunities for enhancing user experience and creating new services for electric vehicle charging and maintenance.
2. Renewable Energy Industry - Integrating renewable energy sources like rooftop solar into electric vehicle charging functions provides a new value proposition for renewable energy providers, and supports the growth and adoption of the sector.
3. Mobile Payment and Finance Industry - The increase in payment options for electric vehicle charging providers, and for users to track their transaction history and manage payment memberships, opens up new partnerships and revenue streams for mobile payment platforms and financial service providers.