IS TESLA PREMIUM CONNECTIVITY WORTH IT IN 2022 AUSTRALIA MODEL Y AND 3

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Tesla Tom evaluates the value of Tesla's Premium Connectivity subscription in Australia for the Model Y and Model 3 in 2022. The subscription costs A$9.99 per month and unlocks features like live traffic visualization, satellite view maps, video streaming, karaoke, and internet browsing. Without it, standard connectivity offers basic navigation but lacks real-time traffic data and satellite maps. While phone tethering provides workarounds for streaming and browsing, it drains phone battery and data, and crucially, does not enable live traffic visualization on the car's main screen. Tom highlights live traffic visualization as the key benefit, arguing it enhances driving efficiency and decision-making. Despite acknowledging workarounds, he concludes that for the price (approximately A$120 annually), Premium Connectivity is worth the investment to fully utilize the car's integrated technology, especially for those who frequently drive in traffic or rely on in-car entertainment.