Tesla Adds Steam Games To Cars In Latest Update For Holiday Season

• Tesla is rolling out the Holiday Update for its cars overseas. 

• The new update adds nifty features and functionalities to the models. 

• Steam games are for the Tesla Model X SUV and Model S sedan only. 

• The gaming service also works with a keyboard and mouse. 

Tesla is rolling out its year-end, ‘Holiday Season’ update for its cars. One of the highlights of this update is the addition of Steam to the Model S and Model X electric vehicles (EVs). Other than that, the update also includes handy safety features and a new way to show off your Tesla.  

More games for Tesla cars 

The gaming service Steam will bring a wide array of games to the Model S and X which can be accessed through the cars’ infotainment systems. The Model S and X touchscreens allow users to play with controllers and even a keyboard and mouse.  

Other new functionalities 

Apple Music is another addition to the cars’ infotainment app suite. One interesting feature is ‘Light Show’ which allows multiple Tesla cars to play a coordinated headlight show.

Tesla owners will now be able to keep an eye on their dog in the car using the smartphone app. The ‘Dog Mode’ also displays a friendly message for concerned passers-by that the AC is on and the dog is comfortable while waiting for its owner.

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It’s always surprising to see how much functionality can be added to modern EVs with just a software update. The Tesla Models S, X, Y and 3 will receive the updates over-the-air in a phased manner in different countries.