Tesla has started to build out its Virtual Queue feature for Tesla Superchargers. This feature will let owners wait in a virtual queue when a Supercharger is full, instead of having to wait in a physical line with their vehicle.

When a driver is near a Supercharger at capacity, they’ll be allowed to join the queue. Based on when the vehicle joined the queue, Tesla will manage whose turn it is to charge next.

The app update confirms that Tesla isn’t only using the vehicle’s location to determine eligibility to join the virtual queue, but also the driver’s location through the Tesla app.

The Tesla app states, “While the app is closed, Tesla uses your location to notify you of accurate wait times at Superchargers when you arrive.”

It sounds like Tesla won’t be able to disable charging at the Supercharger stall directly, as there are messages in the app that state: “There is a waitlist to charge. Are you sure you want to start a charging session now?”

It sounds like drivers will need to be respectful of the queue and whose turn it is to charge.

The app will keep you updated on your queue position and how many vehicles are ahead of you, likely through a Live Activity on iOS. The app will display: {{numCars}} cars ahead of you.

For Android users, it seems like the feature will launch simultaneously on iOS and Android, as there are specific phrases for Android as well, including: supercharger_queue_android_background_location_rationale

This feature should make it much more convenient to charge at full Superchargers, allowing passengers to enjoy nearby amenities while they wait.

When scheduling a Tesla service appointment, you’re able to select a specific date and time. However, sometimes appointments are canceled, leaving some gaps in Tesla’s schedule. It seems like you’ll soon be able to opt-in to be notified if an earlier appointment date opens up.

This Tesla app includes new phrases including: “By opting in, we will put you on standby for an earlier appointment. If an earlier time becomes available, we'll contact you to coordinate rescheduling your visit.”

Tesla says that this feature won’t be available at all service center locations and sooner appointments are limited to the same service center and the same scheduled appointment length, which would be dependent on the issue you’re experiencing.

New phrases in the Tesla app suggest Tesla will allow users to format USB drives directly from the Tesla app.

Users can already format and view the amount of free space on their USB drive from within the vehicle, but formatting the drive directly from their phone will make it even easier, especially if you’re experiencing issues with the drive when away from the vehicle.

Tesla has added phrases such as Format USB Drive and MOBILE_APP_FEATURE_DELETE_DASHCAM_CLIPS_AND_FORMAT_USB and added the command command_name_FORMATUSBACTION.

With the introduction of Photobooth, Tesla added a Photobooth section to the top level of the app that lets you view your saved photo sessions.

With the Spring Update and the update to the Sketchpad app for AMD Ryzen vehicles, Tesla is rebranding the Photobooth section to Creations, and it’ll now house Photobooth photos and sketches created in Sketchpad.

When you go into Creations, you’ll now have two tabs, one for Photobooth and one for Sketchpad, however, the features are similar. You’ll be able to view your saved creations and share them with others.

These creations are saved on your vehicle, not on Tesla’s servers, so when you open this section of the app, your vehicle will wake up and send the requested images.

Note: You’ll need vehicle update 2026.14 and an AMD Ryzen vehicle in order to see this new Creations section in the app.

Save your sketches to access them in the Mobile App and share.

Editorial Note: Vehicle update 2026.14 includes an updated Sketchpad app that is expected to require AMD Ryzen infotainment units. The updated Sketchpad app adds many of the features found in Tesla’s Photobooth, including adding emojis and stickers and saving your sketches.

From the app, you’ll be able to access your saved sketches and share them online or save them to your device. Your device will need to be set up as a phone key to access Sketchpad sketches. Tesla also goes on to say that Sketchpad drawings are stored locally and can not be accessed by Tesla.

Clips downloaded to your phone now include details such as speed, steering wheel angle, and Self-Driving state.

Editorial Note: The same vehicle telemetry details you see in the Dashcam Viewer in the app are now included in the video itself when you save it to your device. Previously, vehicle telemetry was shown in the vehicle and in the app, but it was not saved as part of the video.

In a surprising change, Tesla is rebranding Dog Mode to Pet Mode. While the renaming is now live in the app under Climate, the new features of Pet Mode will arrive in the 2026.14 vehicle update.

The new features will include support for a cat and hedgehog avatar, in addition to the popular balloon dog. You’ll also be able to customize and display your pet’s name.

The app will now support custom wraps and license plates for the Tesla Model S and Model X in addition to the Model 3, Model Y, and the Cybertruck.

This feature was originally launched on the Cybertruck and, more recently, arrived on the Model 3 and Model Y with the 2025 holiday update.

This feature requires having vehicle update 2026.14, where you set or create your own custom wrap.

This Tesla app also includes code for Tesla’s new Automatic Updates feature, which lets you schedule updates to be installed automatically at a specific time.

While this feature requires vehicle update 2026.14, the app will also display whether an update is scheduled for automatic installation.

When you have automatic updates turned on, and your vehicle has received a new update, the app will show that the update is scheduled to be installed at your selected time.