In the Software tab of the vehicle’s settings, there’s an option for the owner to choose their software update preference. You can pick between Standard and Advanced, which is suppose to determine your preference for receiving updates. Tesla describes the feature as:
“[Car name] will regularly receive over-the-air software updates that add new features and enhance existing functionality. Select ADVANCED if you’d like [car name] to receive new software updates as soon as they become available for its configuration.
Note: The latest software version will vary based on vehicle configurations including hardware and geography.”
Essentially, you’re supposed to pick whether you want to receive updates more often and get features earlier, or would you prefer to receive new features later and receive a more stable build of the software.
This button has long been thought to be useless nowadays with many thinking it was just left over from public Early Access programs Tesla had back in 2018.
However, in a recent post Elon Musk confirmed that Tesla is still using this option to determine when to send some updates.
In a post on X, Musk said that Tesla is still seeing some issues with FSD v12.5, but that Tesla will push the update out to those who have selected ‘Advanced’ releases. We’re not sure if Tesla has always been using this preference or just recently started again, but if you’d like to receive the latest updates sooner, then it’s a good idea to have it set to advanced.
Still some issues with this release, but you can see the magic already.
We’re pushing it out only to those who have requested advanced releases (setting on screen that is defaulted off).
For regular users, ~V12.5.3 is probably suitable for wide release.
The Software Update Preference option is located under Controls > Software, and then there is an Advanced or Standard option, with Standard being the default. It appears that Tesla has the ability to send out updates to users not only based on configuration, region and model, but also based on their software update preference. If you have Advanced enable, you may receive updates sooner and receive more frequent bug fix updates.
We’re glad to see that this option is still in use – but it’d be nice if Tesla provided a a little more clarity around their release process.
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According to filings found by Kees Roelandschap on X, Tesla has obtained a 2-year exemption from UNECE autonomy regulations to run FSD Supervised on public roads in Norway. This marks one of the first positive developments for regulations and autonomy in Europe — great news for European customers.
Previously, European transportation agencies stressed additional caution and requested more time to legislate, further delaying the widespread UNECE regulation changes for autonomous vehicles.
Norwegian FSD - Employees Only
Following the recent approval from the Norwegian Road Authority, Tesla will be permitted to use its Supervised vehicles on public roads in a testing capacity. This exemption does not yet apply to customers, so we will have to wait and see how testing progresses.
Tesla will specifically be allowed to run FSD V13 and its derivative builds (meaning AI4 vehicles only) with automated steering and speed controls on EU-registered and approved vehicles.
Tesla will also be required to have Tesla-trained drivers (employees) conduct the testing. There is no specific policy in place that enables the use of FSD for customers at this time. However, as testing is conducted and bureaucratic hurdles are overcome across various transportation departments, Tesla may be able to extend the offer to European customers. According to Tesla’s latest earnings call, the company still plans to release FSD in Europe by the end of the year.
— Tesla Europe & Middle East (@teslaeurope) April 5, 2025
Article 39 Exemption
The UNECE can grant exemptions for innovative technologies that move faster than legislation under Article 39. However, Tesla requires the backing of a national ministry of transport to bring this to the UNECE’s attention. The next round of voting on critical issues is expected on May 12, 2025, which may not leave Tesla much time to present its findings to UNECE.
We don’t expect Tesla to receive authorization immediately. It may take several weeks or months of testing from the Netherlands or Norway teams before one of the two countries is willing to support Tesla’s exemption bid.
However, if Tesla achieves an Article 39 exemption, it could allow Tesla to roll out FSD to customers across Europe, provided there are no country-level exemptions.
Following customer requests, Tesla has once again returned FSD Transfers for North America. This comes after some new details we received on FSD Supervised and Unsupervised at the recent Q1 2025 Earnings Call.
Vox Populi, Vox Dei … FSD Transfer is back
All countries (in NA), all S3XY + @cybertruck (excl Foundation Series & Launch Series)
This latest round of FSD transfers doesn’t have a specific time limit - so if you’re in the market for a new vehicle and were worried about transferring FSD from a HW3 vehicle - now is the best chance.
This transfer opportunity is applicable for any new vehicle purchases, including the Model S, 3, X, Y, as well as the Cybertruck. The only vehicles it doesn’t apply to are the Foundation-Series Cybertruck or a Launch-Series Model Y, which already come with FSD included.
If you’re conducting an FSD transfer, you’ll need to reach out to your Tesla delivery coordinator through the Tesla app to confirm you’re eligible and to get the process started.
Note that once you take delivery, FSD access is removed from your older vehicle, regardless if you plan to trade in your vehicle or keep it.
Canada and Mexico
For those in Canada and Mexico, there’s some good news. This opportunity is available for customers in those countries as well, however, new vehicle orders are currently paused in Canada and Mexico for unknown reasons.
Running Offers
There are also several other offers running in North America, with the country flags indicating which countries their available in:
0% Financing on new Model 3 Orders (60mo, 0.99% for 72mo) 🇺🇸
Deep Blue Metallic and Pearl White are currently free on a new Model 3 Performance 🇺🇸
Original Model Y Owners are receiving $2,000 off the purchase of a Refreshed Model Y 🇺🇸 🇨🇦 🇲🇽
Free Supercharging on the Model S and Model X 🇺🇸 🇨🇦 🇲🇽
Free Supercharging on the Foundation-Series Cybertruck 🇺🇸 🇨🇦 🇲🇽
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