Elon shares how to download Tesla's FSD Beta 10.1

FSD is as big of a topic as ever for Tesla right now. Tesla is releasing betas every two to three weeks and making some of the biggest improvements to FSD it has ever made in its history. Navigate on Autopilot for highways was a big deal, but this is absolutely monumental.

Tesla has been testing their FSD Betas to a closed group of testers, but is now nearing the point where they’ll be able to expand it to a wider audience.

10.1 Release

Version 10.1 of the FSD Beta is supposed to be the one that Tesla will expand to a wider audience. It'll also contain some big improvements such as the ability to creep backward and a single stack for highway and city driving. Tesla is aiming to release beta 10.1 on October 1st, just three weeks after the release of 10.0.

As we’re getting closer to the release of 10.1, Elon is releasing additional details on how users will be able to request access to the 10.1 beta.

Previously Elon talked about how Tesla owners will be able to tap a ‘Download FSD Beta’ button to request access to the beta and Tesla would then gradually allow more owners into the beta.

Good feedback from FSD Beta 10 users! 10.0.1 point release rolling out now.

10.1 rolls out a week from Friday with beta request button.

— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) September 17, 2021

Release of the Button

Elon is now releasing additional information on how this process will work. Elon said on Twitter that "10.1 rolls out a week from Friday with the beta request button". It sounds like the beta request button will roll out on September 24th and version 10.1 of the FSD Beta will remain on track for October 1st.

Tesla often phases in software updates to their fleet, so it’s unlikely at this point that everyone will get an update that will add a button to opt-in to the FSD Beta. Tesla has either already included the ability to display the button in previous software releases and just needs to enable it over an over the air update, or the button is not something that will be in the car. It could be a request made in the app or on their website.

How Tesla Will Decide

Elon also talked about how Tesla will decide who is let into the beta. He says that pressing the FSD Beta button will request permission to assess your driving behavior using the Tesla insurance calculator. I don’t believe Elon is saying Tesla insurance will need to be available in your state in order to qualify, but instead that Tesla will use the algorithms they use for Tesla insurance to determine a “good” driver to also assess whether you’d be a good fit for Tesla’s FSD Beta.

He goes on to say that your driving behavior will need to be in good standing for seven days before beta access is granted. It sounds like this this won't apply retroactively, but instead from the moment you request access to the FSD Beta. Since the button is going to be available on September 24th, it'll give Tesla a week to monitor your driving before giving you access to the beta on October 1st.

Beta button will request permission to assess driving behavior using Tesla insurance calculator. If driving behavior is good for 7 days, beta access will be granted.

— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) September 17, 2021

At this point, we’re just two weeks out from the release of the 10.1 beta. And with Elon releasing additional details on how to get into the beta, I’d say Tesla is feeling very confident in its ability to deliver. Of course, we should all take it easy on Elon if dates slip a little, this is unmarked territory and we’re lucky Elon shares as much information as he does about Tesla’s future plans.

Elon also shared some news on when he expects Tesla to expand the FSD Beta outside of the US. He said that the technology will probably be ready in a few months, but ultimately will depend on regulations. I think a lot of this will depend on how the release of the FSD Beta goes in the US. If it’s smooth then Tesla will have more resources to focus on expansion outside of the US. It’s possible that depending on a country’s similarities to US roads, traffic signs etc, it could also speed up or slow down the FSD Beta’s release in the given country.

Update: We have additional details on how Tesla insurance calculates safe drivers.

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Tesla’s New Signal Viewer Panel in Service Mode+ Allows You to View Real-Time Data

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Tesla’s latest software update, version 2025.2, brings new features to Service Mode, continuing the trend of improving in-vehicle diagnostics.

Currently, this feature is only available for vehicles with AMD Ryzen infotainment systems and requires Service Mode+, which is a subscription service aimed at technicians. Intel-powered vehicles aren’t supported yet, but we expect this feature to roll out to them as well unless hardware limitations prevent it.

Thanks to Spencer for providing an image of the panel in action.

Signal Viewer Panel

While update 2025.2.6 adds four service mode improvements, including updates to brake burnishing, charge port calibration, and noise recording panel improvements. In this article, we’ll focus on the new signal viewer panel.

This new panel offers a live data feed from selectable vehicle sensors. You select the signals you’re interested in and it’ll plot the signal on a graph. In addition to allowing you to view real-time signal data, it also allows you to record them.

The signals are searchable and can be easily added or removed from the panel. You can track up to 10 sensors, and the UI allows three of them to be viewable at once.

However, this is Service Mode and it’s more than just pretty looks. You can really dig down into these charts. You can pan them left and right through time, and tapping a specific point shows the exact value of that signal. The panel also supports pinch-to-zoom, enabling you to adjust the time scale across all panels simultaneously.

This feature is exclusive to Service Mode+, which requires a subscription to Tesla’s ToolBox3 software and a connection to a computer. It’s designed to help technicians diagnose issues related to signal quality, noise in the vehicle’s electrical systems, and signal variance in components during driving.

We’re excited to see Tesla’s continued focus on repairability, especially with additions like the Cybertruck’s Interactive Wiring Diagram and the launch of the Tesla Online Parts Catalog, which lets customers purchase parts directly.

Plus, with the reduced cost of ToolBox 3 subscriptions, even DIY enthusiasts now have access to tools that make Tesla repairs more accessible.

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Tesla Introduces New Model Y Variants in Europe; Ends Launch Series

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Tesla has updated its Model Y lineup in Europe, introducing new standard configurations while discontinuing the limited-edition Launch Series. With the new variants now available, European customers will have more choices and cheaper options to pick from.

The Launch Series and some of its exclusive features will no longer be offered—except in the UK, where it remains available alongside the new lineup.

New Models Introduced

Tesla’s new Model Y lineup in Europe includes three main variants. The prices vary slightly from country to country.

• Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD): Priced at €44,990, this model is the most affordable new Model Y, but it also has the shortest range and is missing a few features available on other trim levels.

• Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive (LR RWD): Available for €49,990, this version is essentially the same as the RWD model, but with a larger battery. It has seen a €1,000 price increase compared to the outgoing Long Range RWD model.

• Long Range All-Wheel Drive (LR AWD): At €52,990, this model has seen a price drop of €2,000, making it a better deal than the previous LR AWD Model Y. This is also the only new Model Y to come with most of the same features as the Launch Series, including additional speakers, a subwoofer, premium materials inside the cabin and improved acceleration. Acceleration boost should also become available for this model, letting it match the performance of the Launch Series.

All Model Y variants come with all the improvements that we’ve discussed about the new Model Y, including the new front and rear light bars, improved aerodynamics, ventilated seats, improved heat and sound isolation, and the 8-inch rear touchscreen. Some exclusive options, like the Midnight Cherry Red paint, appear to no longer be available. However, Tesla has already said that they’ll be introducing new paint options for the Model Y in North America.

Compare Model Y Variants

Here’s how the various Model Y variants compare to each other:

Launch Series Ends

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The Launch Series, which debuted just weeks ago in Europe, has now been phased out. This limited-edition model was priced at €60,990 and included a suite of premium features comparable to a bundle deal you may find with other products. It came equipped with Full Self-Driving (FSD), Acceleration Boost, and exclusive badging on the rear liftgate, door sill plates, and puddle lights.

While the Launch Series is no longer available for new orders in most European countries, customers can still get a similar vehicle by opting for the Long Range AWD model and manually adding premium features like FSD. Acceleration Boost, which was standard in the Launch Series, is expected to become available for purchase once these vehicles are delivered or soon afterward. However, some exclusive elements, such as badging and trim details, will remain unique to the discontinued edition.

For now, the UK remains an exception, still offering the Launch Series alongside the newly introduced models.

Performance Model Still to Come

With Tesla now introducing the expected variants of the refreshed Model Y, one notable absence is the Performance model. While the Launch Series was fast due to the Acceleration Boost addon, there’s no doubt the Performance version will be in a league of its own.

What we saw Tesla do with the 2024+ Model 3 Performance variant was more than just using binned motors. The vehicle featured unique bumpers, a spoiler, an improved suspension, sport seats, Track Mode V3 and other features that made the vehicle stand out compared to the Model 3 AWD.

The Performance version of the new Model Y is expected to become available later this year, however, expect it to carry a $5-$8k premium over the AWD model.

Other Regions to Follow

As Europe phases out the Launch Series, other regions are expected to see similar changes. With the other models now revealed, owners in other regions have a better idea of whether they should buy the Launch Series or wait for the additional models to arrive.

Tesla naturally adjusts its offerings based on market demand, and if sales of the Launch Series remain strong in other parts of the world, Tesla will likely wait it out a little longer before offering the other models.

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