Tesla delivered four major updates in the second half of 2022, with the standout addition being the Energy App — a detailed consumption monitor that gave owners unprecedented visibility into where their energy was going.
Key Versions
| Version | Date | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| 2022.28 | Aug 2022 | Theater Mode, alternate routes, new games |
| 2022.36 | Sep 2022 | Energy App, Supercharger details, car left open alerts |
| 2022.40 | Oct 2022 | Radio logos, charging efficiency, driver unlock modes |
| 2022.44 | Nov 2022 | Apple Music, Sentry Mode, camera-based detection |
Energy App
The 2022.36 update introduced the Energy App, one of the most useful tools Tesla has added to its vehicles. The app monitors energy consumption while driving and parked, breaking down usage by vehicle components, driving behaviour, and environmental conditions. Owners can compare their actual energy use against trip projections and get personalised efficiency recommendations. For European owners dealing with varying electricity prices and cold winters, the Energy App became an essential planning tool.
Apple Music
Apple Music joined Tesla's growing list of streaming services in 2022.44, completing the trio alongside Spotify and TIDAL. The integration gave owners access to Apple's catalogue directly through the touchscreen, with support for playlists and personalised recommendations. This was a long-requested feature, particularly in European markets where Apple Music has a strong user base.
Sentry Mode and Security
Sentry Mode received improvements in 2022.44, including better camera-based detection of potential threats. The system became more accurate at distinguishing between genuine security events and harmless activity, reducing false alerts that had frustrated owners parked in busy European city centres. Version 2022.36 also added car-left-open notifications, alerting owners via the Tesla app when doors were accidentally left unlocked.
Navigation and Charging
Alternate route suggestions arrived in 2022.28, giving drivers options beyond the default fastest route. The 2022.36 update enhanced Supercharger information with historical site occupancy data and integrated charging fee displays — useful context for planning charging stops across European networks with varying pricing. Charging efficiency improvements in 2022.40 helped optimise battery conditioning.
European Availability
The Energy App, Apple Music, and Sentry Mode improvements all launched globally. Supercharger occupancy data coverage varied by region, with major European corridors well-represented. The Thai language addition in 2022.44 continued Tesla's push to support more markets, though European language support was already extensive by this point.