Tesla is reducing the speakers in the RWD Model Y from 14 to 7 and a single amplifier
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Tesla's approach to vehicle design has been about delivering maximum enjoyment, encapsulated in its aim to make cars "the most fun you can have in a vehicle." That’s why it's such a head-scratcher that the company has removed speakers from the most popular car in its lineup.
The Model Y RWD now includes a "Custom Audio" system, scaling down to seven speakers with a single amplifier and, notably, the absence of a subwoofer (h/t Drive Tesla Canada). This reduction from the previously lauded 13-speaker arrangement, including a subwoofer and two amplifiers, marks a significant shift in Tesla's audio offering for this model.
Audio Downgrade Detailed
The change raises questions about the impact on the overall audio experience, especially given Tesla's emphasis on the sound quality in their vehicles as part of the fun driving experience. Tesla has invested significantly in audio technology, drawing expertise from high-end audio brands like Bang & Olufsen.
The company’s dedication was highlighted in a Tesla-produced video showcasing the meticulous engineering behind its sound systems. The video emphasized the substantial size of the subwoofer in the Model Y and its integration into the vehicle's design, enhancing the overall audio experience without compromising space or aesthetics.
This RWD Model Y initially shared the same Premium Audio sound system as its Long Range and Performance counterparts, featuring 15 speakers, including two amplifiers and a subwoofer. This setup was somewhat unexpected since Tesla typically reserves high-end audio equipment for its upper-tier models. The subsequent reduction of speakers to 14 in late 2021, with the removal of the center instrument panel speaker, was considered an imperceptible change by Tesla. However, the newest adjustment is more substantial.
Other Models Impacted?
One can only assume the Model 3 will get the same treatment. However, the refreshed Model 3 is starting to show up in North America. Its upgraded stereo system has been well documented. Reducing this incredible system in entry-level RWD Model 3 would be a shame.
Interestingly, this update is specific to North America's Model Y RWD versions. The European Model Y RWD, manufactured at Giga Shanghai or Giga Berlin, retains the Premium Audio sound system. The LR and Performance variants of the Model Y continue to be equipped with the original 13-speaker system, including a subwoofer and dual amplifiers.
Tesla has not specified which seven speakers remain in the Model Y RWD's revised audio setup. With the change only recently added to the website, it may take some time before the first deliveries of the Model Y with the updated sound system occur, allowing for a comprehensive assessment of the new audio quality.
Tesla's decision to modify the Model Y RWD's audio system aligns with its strategy of varying features across different models, and it stands in contrast to its well-established commitment to exceptional sound quality. This development is particularly intriguing given the company's reputation for creating vehicles that deliver an exceptional and fun driving experience, of which the audio system has been a significant component.
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The Cybertruck has now celebrated its first Halloween, and owners did not disappoint in coming up with clever and unique decorations for their stainless steel trunk. Make sure you’ve got whatever is left of your candy nearby cause we’re going in.
Aliens
Up in the hero image to get us started - the Cybertruck is really a piece of alien technology. At least, that’s how it appears when it first arrives in town. So, why not celebrate the alien-ness of the Cybertruck to North American roads? We love it.
Spooky
@jayvee10x over on X put together this fantastic display for Halloween and included their Cybertruck! The Cybertruck would definitely be a good vehicle of choice to take on zombies and walking skeletons.
By @jayvee10x.
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Halo
TeslaKen over on the Cybertruck Owner’s Club forums put together this outstanding Cosplay of Master Chief from Halo, and wrapped up his Cybertruck to look like a Warthog. Probably one of the coolest costumes we’ve seen so far.
By TeslaKen on the CT Owners Club
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Jaws
Sometimes, all you need to do to get a scare is to show some nice sharp teeth. The smoke machine just completes the look with the red glow.
Fangs!
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More Aliens
Terry Stach and Robert Martin captured some aliens in their trucks. Best to keep an eye on these ones, lest they whisk you away in their Cyber-UFO. Just watch out though, because @brandtsla over on X is being chased by that UFO!
The Cyberbeast’s logo is the three-headed hound that guards the gates of hell - Cereberus. Turns out that S.E. Robinson let the dogs out. Our favorite, all things said. Maybe a smoke machine and some red lights to complete the look though! Oh wait, he’s got that too!
The Cybertruck makes an incredible canvas for Halloween decorations, and we’re eager to see even more creative ideas emerge as it heads into its second Halloween season next year.
While this isn’t exactly a feature most users will see often, Tesla has added some features that should help technicians know more about a vehicle’s history. Best of all, while Service History is aimed at technicians, it’s also accessible by any Tesla owner.
So, grab your wrench, and let’s take a detailed look at Tesla’s new Service History.
Service History
Service History is a new feature in Tesla’s Service Mode that tracks all the maintenance a vehicle has received. Technicians are prompted to use Tesla’s Correction Codes, which define the repair that took place and then provide an optional timestamp for the repair being completed. In short, it’s a way to keep track of repairs and services within the vehicle. This should make it easier for technicians to solve issues by being aware of the vehicle’s history.
Service History is accessible directly on the main panel of Service Mode. While Tesla already has internal tools to access a vehicle’s history, the real benefit will be when the vehicle is serviced by different technicians. For example, a local tech could now be services that Tesla serviced performed and vice-versa.
Service history is also permanent and stays with the vehicle. Once entries are added, they cannot be edited or removed, so there’s no tampering with a vehicle’s service history.
You can see the new Service History option on the bottom right.
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These timestamped history logs are permanently saved to your vehicle and are accessible by Tesla and anyone else who can put their car into Service Mode. If you want to take a peek and are on 2024.38 or higher, you can follow our Guide on Service Mode here.
Entering a Service Item
When entering a new Service History entry, you’re given a few options, including a Correction Code. Tesla maintains a list of Correction Codes for pretty much everything under the sun, from a full-out swap of the battery pack or one of the motors to things as simple as replacing the wiper blades or adding windshield washer fluid.
Technicians servicing Tesla vehicles will have the option to indicate whether they’re a first-party doing the work (Tesla Service), a qualified third-party independent repairer, or an unknown—like the vehicle owner themselves.
The pop-up that displays when you open Service History.
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If you’d like to add an entry yourself, you can give it a try, as it’s pretty straightforward. You can select a Correction Code for something you’d normally DIY, like adding washer fluid. You can then select a timestamp, which is optional, and then select what type of repairer you are - first party, qualified third party, or other.
The Record Service Menu.
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Expanding Service History
Tesla’s new Service History is a really interesting idea. It puts third-party technicians and vehicle owners on equal ground, with everyone having access to a vehicle’s history. It’s also going to be useful for owners to keep track of simple tasks like tire rotations, wiper blade replacements, low-voltage battery replacements, and more.
Service History also helps solve the issue of Tesla not being able to effectively track vehicle services done by qualified third-party repair shops, who often won’t push the vehicle correction codes via Toolbox 3.
Instead, this allows even unfamiliar repair technicians an easy-to-see and easy-to-use solution to log and diagnose potential issues quickly.
We’d love for Tesla to make Service History even more accessible, potentially moving it out of Service Mode, which only a small percentage of owners will ever go into.
It’d be useful if Tesla moved certain options into the main Controls > Service area, allowing vehicle owners to add simple things like adding windshield wiper fluid. For more complex changes, Tesla could ask owners to enter Service Mode, and remind them that all entries are permanent and can not be changed or removed, even by Tesla.
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