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Tesla unexpectedly announced support for matrix-LED adaptive headlight functions in the US, Canada, and Mexico with the software update 2024.20. The move has irked FSD users, who can't update their cars to this software version.
Tesla has equipped its vehicles with matrix LED headlights starting in 2021 with the refreshed Model S and Model X. However, the adaptive function, which can beamform the light to account for the curves in the road or to obscure oncoming vehicles to prevent blinding their drivers, was not offered until earlier this year. The first model that got adaptive functions for the matrix-LED headlights was the refreshed Model 3 sold in Europe. The function was enabled in January with the 2024.2 software update.
In March, Tesla enabled the adaptive functions on all European models equipped with matrix LED headlights. However, the US customers were left hanging, as local regulations differ quite significantly from the ones in Europe and even Canada. Tesla owners in North America were jealous of their European peers, who shared overwhelmingly positive impressions about their adaptive headlights.
Thankfully, Tesla worked out the regulatory details in the US faster than expected and is now announcing adaptive headlights in North America for the first time. The miracle rolled out with the 2024.20 software update. According to the release notes, the update allows compatible vehicles in the US, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and South Korea to adapt the beam lights to the curves in the road ahead.
The 2024.20 update also brings improvement to vehicles that are already using adaptive functions in Europe. In this case, the matrix-LED headlights extend their light further when driving on a highway, improving nighttime visibility. The same update prepares Tesla EVs for the hot weather by cooling the cabin faster and improving the HV battery temperature regulation. This will improve charging performance on hot days when using Tesla Superchargers.
If you're wondering how you know that your vehicle is equipped with matrix-LED headlights, there are easy ways to find out. The easiest is to look at the headlights. If you see a circular dome projector on the outer edge of the headlight, then you have matrix LED headlights. You can also check this by parking your Tesla against the wall and initiating a light show. You're all set if you see the word Tesla projected on the wall.
I'm sure the new update will make many Tesla owners happy, but not all. Those who use the latest FSD builds will not benefit until Tesla launches a superior build on the latest feature update. So far, V12.3.6 is the latest FSD build and comes on Tesla's 2024.14 software branch. Hopefully, the long-awaited FSD V12.4 will roll out on the 2024.20 software base, although this is wishful thinking at this moment.
In March, Tesla enabled the adaptive functions on all European models equipped with matrix LED headlights. However, the US customers were left hanging, as local regulations differ quite significantly from the ones in Europe and even Canada. Tesla owners in North America were jealous of their European peers, who shared overwhelmingly positive impressions about their adaptive headlights.
Thankfully, Tesla worked out the regulatory details in the US faster than expected and is now announcing adaptive headlights in North America for the first time. The miracle rolled out with the 2024.20 software update. According to the release notes, the update allows compatible vehicles in the US, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and South Korea to adapt the beam lights to the curves in the road ahead.
The 2024.20 update also brings improvement to vehicles that are already using adaptive functions in Europe. In this case, the matrix-LED headlights extend their light further when driving on a highway, improving nighttime visibility. The same update prepares Tesla EVs for the hot weather by cooling the cabin faster and improving the HV battery temperature regulation. This will improve charging performance on hot days when using Tesla Superchargers.
If you're wondering how you know that your vehicle is equipped with matrix-LED headlights, there are easy ways to find out. The easiest is to look at the headlights. If you see a circular dome projector on the outer edge of the headlight, then you have matrix LED headlights. You can also check this by parking your Tesla against the wall and initiating a light show. You're all set if you see the word Tesla projected on the wall.
I'm sure the new update will make many Tesla owners happy, but not all. Those who use the latest FSD builds will not benefit until Tesla launches a superior build on the latest feature update. So far, V12.3.6 is the latest FSD build and comes on Tesla's 2024.14 software branch. Hopefully, the long-awaited FSD V12.4 will roll out on the 2024.20 software base, although this is wishful thinking at this moment.
Software update 2024.20 rolling out now – highlights below
— Tesla (@Tesla) June 3, 2024
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Headlights adapt for curves (US, CA, MX, PR, KR)
Headlights now adapt for curves in the road ahead of you.
Adaptive Headlights improvements (vehicles with matrix LED headlights)
Headlights adapt for curves in the… pic.twitter.com/CpwEJBVnSq
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