Tesla App 4.46.5: Restrict Location, Charging Mode & Robotaxi Features

With the Tesla App 4.46.5 update, Tesla provides important improvements for drivers and robotaxi users. You can now set via Restrict Location Visibility who is allowed to locate your vehicle live, and benefit from Rate-Based Charging, which saves costs thanks to Powerwall. Additionally, initial hints on Siri and calendar integration in the robotaxi area lay the foundation for smart voice control and automatic ride suggestions.

Restrict Location Visibility: Privacy in Focus

Primary Tesla account holders have new options available under Security & Drivers > Manage Drivers:

Hiding vehicle location for secondary drivers
No more access to location information, Supercharger search, and route preview
Available worldwide for Model S, 3, X, Y, and Cybertruck

This way, you retain full control over your data and decide who can locate your car.

New Charging Mode: Rate-Based Charging with Powerwall

Under the surface of Update 4.46.5, a undocumented feature is hidden:

Automatic charging at off-peak rates via Powerwall
Powerwall discharges, charges your car, and refuels itself at cheap times
Reference to future setting "Desired Charging Duration" for individual charging duration

This saves electricity costs and optimally uses your Powerwall for vehicle charging and self-consumption.

First Look: Robotaxi Siri Integration

The app code contained strings like “Robotaxi allows you to use Siri to interact with your ride”. This suggests:

Voice commands for robotaxi functions via Siri (e.g. “Hey Siri, open trunk”)
Integration into iOS Live Activity and app notification

This early reference shows how Tesla aims to further integrate robotaxi and iOS.

Robotaxi Calendar Integration: Ride Suggestions from Appointments

Further undocumented strings suggest that the app will soon access your calendar to:

Make automatic trip suggestions based on events with locations
One-click booking of your robotaxi directly from the calendar

This will make the robotaxi experience even more intuitive and seamlessly integrated into your daily life.

New Tesla Assist Strings: AI Chat and Speech Models

Progress is also being made in terms of Tesla Assist:

Indicators for Chat Transmission, Case Creation, and Speech Recognition Services
Support for multiple language settings and future Android features

This lays the foundation for an expanded in-app help with natural language control.

LHD Cybertruck: First Link Hints

An image link CT_LHD2_3beb6f180be74.png reveals:

Left-Hand-Drive Cybertruck in design preview
Preparation for the EU market with left-hand steering

The integration into the app could also specifically display charging status and location for Cybertruck users in the future.

Conclusion
With Tesla App 4.46.5 you get more privacy, smart charging control via Powerwall, and first glimpses of extensive robotaxi features. This update lays the groundwork for Siri and calendar integration and shows how Tesla continuously improves its apps.