Tesla Model S | Software Release 4.0

MODEL S SOFTWARE RELEASE NOTES v4.0 A new software update will be available in the coming days. The onboard notification will guide you through the installation. If you would like to review the process, instructions are available at the end of this email. After installation, Model S will feature new energy-saving “sleep” functionality, improved door handle capabilities, Voice Commands and enhanced media browsing capabilities, and added functionality for Maps, HomeLink, and Steering Wheel Controls. Beginning with this update, Release Notes will be displayed on the touchscreen right after the update and can always be accessed later by tapping the Tesla T in the status bar and tapping the Release Notes link located above your VIN number, next to the software version number. NEW FEATURES ENHANCEMENTS NEW CONTROLS / SETTINGS Vehicle Sleep Synchronized Door Handles Auto-Presenting Door Handles App Launcher USB Media Browsing Alarm Release Notes Alphabetical Index Metric Distance Unit Voice Commands Calling from Maps Range Driving Mode Steering Wheel Controls - Fan Speed / Sunroof Throttle Response HomeLink - Location Awareness Energy App NEW FEATURES Vehicle Sleep With this release, Model S will power off the display and vehicle electronics each time you exit, transitioning to a “sleep” state. When you return to Model S, you’ll note a modest increase in the time it takes the touchscreen and instrument panel to wake from this energy-saving state. Model S will initiate the startup process the moment the key is recognized nearby. You can only begin driving once both displays are ready. If you would prefer to keep the displays powered so they’ll be instantly available each time you return, you can change the setting in Controls > Settings > Vehicle. Note that keeping the displays powered will reduce your car’s range up to 8 miles per day when the car is not plugged in, and will also reduce the life of your 12V battery and vehicle electrical systems. If displays are set to power off, the displays will power off 2 hours after the rest of the car goes to sleep. The displays will also power off when the battery charge is low (or after 60 hours without use), regardless of the setting. App Launcher With this feature, you can easily launch an app in the bottom app window (in addition to the current default behavior, where tapping an icon replaces the app in the top window). To try it, tap and hold an application icon. You’ll notice a small pop-up indicating the top and bottom viewing panes. Drag the icon to your preferred location. © COPYRIGHT 2012 TESLA MOTORS INC