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01Software

Tesla Update Breaks Third-Party V2L Devices

Software version 2026.38.5.1 disables aftermarket vehicle-to-load adapters that draw power from Tesla batteries.

Tesla owners report that update 2026.38.5.1 interferes with third-party V2L devices connected via the CCS port. These adapters previously allowed power draw by mimicking a DC charging session, but now trigger faults and shut down after minutes of use.

Forum users on Tesla Motors Club describe devices cutting off after three minutes at 3 kW loads or after 15 to 20 minutes regardless of load. Workarounds such as Camp Mode no longer function.

Tesla is expanding its official Powershare V2L system to more Model 3 and Model Y variants while third-party options lose compatibility.

Key facts

  • Update 2026.38.5.1 breaks third-party V2L devices that connect to the CCS port.12
  • Devices now shut down after about three minutes or 15 to 20 minutes of use.12
  • Tesla is expanding official Powershare to more Model 3 and Model Y variants.12
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02FSD & Autopilot

Italy Backs Swift EU Approval of Tesla Assisted Driving

Italy's deputy prime minister expressed support for quick European Union approval of Tesla Assisted Driving after positive talks with Elon Musk.

Italy has voiced support for swift EU approval of Tesla Assisted Driving following a discussion between Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini and Tesla CEO Elon Musk on October 29, 2026. Salvini noted Italy's interest in the technology for innovation and road safety.

Tesla's system received its first EU approval from the Netherlands on April 10, 2026. Ten member states representing 14.3% of the EU population have since recognized it nationally.

Italy's population of about 59 million could help Tesla reach the qualified majority needed for bloc-wide approval, which requires 15 states representing 65% of the population. A vote is expected in December at the earliest.

“Much appreciated. Thank you!”

Elon Musk1

Key facts

  • Italy voiced support for swift EU approval of Tesla Assisted Driving after Salvini's talk with Musk.1
  • Tesla Assisted Driving received first EU approval from Netherlands RDW on April 10, 2026; 10 states have recognized it nationally.1
  • Italy's 59 million people represent roughly 13% of EU population and could aid qualified majority threshold.1
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03Vehicles

Tesla Model Y Earns Record-Low Green NCAP Lifecycle Emissions Rating

The Berlin-built Model Y RWD posted the lowest lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions Green NCAP has recorded.

Tesla Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive earned a five-star Green NCAP rating and 93 percent overall score. The Berlin-built single-motor version achieved a perfect 10/10 in greenhouse gas emissions.

Green NCAP calculated the Model Y lifecycle carbon footprint at 95 grams of CO2 equivalent per kilometre. Tesla supplied detailed vehicle and battery manufacturing data that the organization verified.

The SUV scored 8.9/10 for energy efficiency and 9.0/10 for clean air. It consumed 14.7 kWh per 100 km in warm conditions during testing.

“a benchmark for electric SUV efficiency”

Green NCAP1

Key facts

  • Model Y RWD earned five-star rating with 93% overall score and perfect 10/10 greenhouse gas score.12
  • Lifecycle emissions reached 95 g CO2-eq/km, the lowest figure Green NCAP has published.12
  • Model Y consumed 14.7 kWh/100 km in warm conditions and completed 10-80% DC fast charge in 24 minutes.1
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04RobotaxiUpdated

Houston Police Union Backs Expanded Tesla Robotaxi

The Houston Police Officers’ Union endorsed Tesla’s larger Houston Robotaxi map one day after the geofence grew.

The union posted on X on October 27 that Tesla’s expanded Cybercab and Robotaxi service gives riders more options to get home safely after a night out. The message came a day after Tesla enlarged the Houston geofence from a small northwest patch near Cypress to a Starship-shaped zone reaching downtown, Bellaire, and Pasadena.

Houston has offered unsupervised Robotaxi rides since April. The union did not claim any formal partnership with Tesla and simply presented the service as one tool against impaired driving. Tesla plans to extend Robotaxi hours to 2 AM soon and 24/7 by year end.

“There has never been an excuse to drink and drive.”

Houston Police Officers' Union1

Key facts

  • Houston Police Officers’ Union posted on X on October 27 endorsing the expanded map.1
  • Tesla enlarged the Houston geofence the day before from a small northwest area to a larger zone through downtown.1
  • Houston has been on Tesla’s unsupervised Robotaxi roster since April.1

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