1. Get Familiar With the Touchscreen

• The central touchscreen controls almost everything—climate, lights, music, navigation, and more.

• Swipe left/right to access different menus (e.g., media, charging, cameras).

• Use the “Car” icon (bottom-left) to access vehicle settings.

2. Regenerative Braking Takes Getting Used To

• Tesla’s regen braking slows the car when you lift off the accelerator, helping recharge the battery.

• Tip: Ease off the pedal gradually to avoid jerky stops.

3. One-Pedal Driving (Almost!)

• With strong regen braking, you’ll rarely need the brake pedal in daily driving.

• Still, always be ready to brake in emergencies.

4. Autopilot & Full Self-Driving (FSD) Basics

• Basic Autopilot (included) offers adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping.

• Engage it by pulling the right stalk down twice quickly.

• FSD (if equipped) adds more features but requires supervision.

• Always keep hands on the wheel and stay attentive.

5. Charging Tips

• At Home: Use a Tesla Wall Connector or a NEMA 14-50 outlet for faster charging.

• Superchargers: Plug in, and billing is automatic via your Tesla account.

• Battery Care: Avoid frequent 100% charges (daily use 80-90% is ideal).

6. Use the Tesla App

• Precondition the car (heat/cool before entering).

• Check battery status, locate your car, or even summon it (if equipped).

7. Key & Phone Access

• Your phone can act as a key (enable Bluetooth and keep the Tesla app running).

• Backup: Carry the Tesla key card in case your phone dies.

8. Quick Acceleration – Be Careful!

• Teslas are extremely fast—even the base models.

• Sport Mode (if available) can be thrilling but may drain the battery faster.

9. Sentry Mode & Dashcam

• Sentry Mode records suspicious activity when parked (needs a USB drive).

• Dashcam saves driving footage—tap the camera icon to save clips.

10. Software Updates

• Tesla improves your car over the air (OTA).

• Install updates when prompted (best done overnight).

Bonus: Hidden Features

• Dog Mode – Keeps climate on for pets.

• Camp Mode – Maintains cabin comfort for camping.

• Emissions Testing Mode – Fun Easter egg (aka “fart mode”).

Final Advice:

• Take your time to explore settings.

• Join Tesla forums (like r/TeslaMotors) for more tips.

• Enjoy the ride! 🚗⚡