TESLA'S BIGGEST HOLIDAY UPDATE EVER AND FSD V13

EV Channels Review

This episode of The Friday Charge heavily features Tesla, discussing the official rollout of ISO 15118 for universal plug-in charging, enabling seamless payment across different charging networks via automaker apps. Tesla has also introduced the ability to buy out leases, a move speculated to be related to their robo-taxi fleet plans. Nissan Ariya owners will soon gain access to the Tesla Supercharger network, albeit with a specific adapter kit. Production of the Cybertruck was temporarily halted for three days, sparking debate about demand versus potential construction needs, with the hosts expressing skepticism about the Cybertruck's practicality and initial pricing. The major focus is Tesla's 2024 Holiday Update, which brings a plethora of new features including an Apple Watch app, auto-shift for Model 3, Sirius XM (satellite for S/X, streaming for others), the ability to view/download dashcam footage via the app, customizable route planner with arrival state of charge, live weather radar, rear cross-traffic alerts, seat control from the screen, and custom wraps for Cybertruck visualizations. The update also includes a 'fart on demand' feature and new games. Finally, Tesla has begun rolling out FSD v13, currently exclusive to Hardware 4 vehicles, introducing features like activation from park, reverse, self-parking, and vehicle-to-fleet communication for real-time hazard reporting. The hosts express surprise at the inclusion of features they expected to be standard for years.