Is this only for 2026 MY?
Does this work with regen braking too or only with the brake pedal, as the image shows?
Nice update. I find my 2024 model 3 highland stopping a bit rough. When I had test driven an IONIQ 5 it was much smoother.
I think this is a copy of the feature of the new BMW iX3. Which engages the regenerative braking of the motors in the back when you come to a stop.
This update only applies to the Juniper Y.
[Correct](https://www.notateslaapp.com/software-updates/version/2026.8/release-notes).
How will this feel in comparison to the "Reduced" setting for the regen braking, which I like as it mimics the feel of a traditional ICE vehicle more than the more abrupt slowing down of regen braking. Is this just being able to adjust the amount of regen braking? I think reduced is 50%... so is this 25 & 75%? Off topic, is the 2026 software version limited to certain markets? I'm on 2025.45.9.1 still. Why is my version so far behind, even though it says it's up to date?
I hope this addresses the brake lights… a lot of non-tesla people complain that because of the regen braking, the Teslas brake lights don’t light up at specific moments so the rear driver needs to brake abruptly instead of seeing that the Tesla in front is coming to a gradual stop/slow down soon.
The brake lights come on when deceleration g-forces exceed a certain threshold, regardless of the reason why. So this shouldn't be an issue with Teslas specifically? Most EVs work this way, although Hyundai/Kia had a notable moment where theirs didn't. I think they've patched that though.
Looks like Tesla wanted to beat BMW to the market. BMW is introducing a soft braking function with the new IX3. The fact it's only coming to the Model Y proves they want to compete with this feature.
I wonder if this will prevent the increase in tesla insurance premiums because you essentially CANNOT use the brake pedal if you’re driving manually. It basically flags it as “hard braking” every time and reduces your safety score
This isn't a problem with Tesla's cars and I'm not sure why you're pretending it is. The brake lights come on when regen braking (above a certain rate of deceleration).
to be fair to their algorithm, you really shouldn't need to be using the brake pedal much at all during normal driving.
The brake lights turn on if regen braking decelerates above a certain rate, or every time you physically press the brake. The real issue here is drivers tailgating and not paying attention to what's in front of them. If you can't notice quickly enough that the car in front of you is slowing down, even without brake lights, you're either driving too close or not paying attention.
What’s a brake pedal?
Tesla has done that since the launch of the Model 3. This is related to the new Model Y with brake by wire and how they blend regen with physical brakes.
I just want the ability to completely turn off any regen. With the salty roads we have ~6 out of 12 months is really destroying the brake rotors. Especially when regen is so strong that you never have to use the brakes
Brake hard occasionally
That doesn't really do it. You would have to use the brake burnishing almost every day. Also, rules in Norway are extremely strict, you can't have more than 25% surface rust on the rear brake rotors and 50% on the fronts🙃
Strange law for a country of almost only EVs. Do they actually check that?
Yeah it really is! They changes the law from 25% on each to now 50% on the fronts🙃 And they do check that, but it's a visual inspection. So inspector #1 can say it's within the limits and inspector #2 can say its over the limit...
Reasons like this is why I went for the 2026 MYP over a 2023 Model S LR w/HW4. There have been so many times where I’ve regretted owning an older Tesla. You tend to miss out on lots of things as the car gets older. My general advice to anybody shopping for a new Tesla is to literally buy the newest one they can comfortably afford. I’m talking the latest model/generation introduction.. hopefully something built within the last few weeks.
So they stop you, rip away the covers, and then complain on the brakes that are not used? 😁. I do think you could turn of regen completely with the commander.
I didn't think there was a problem...
I’m not seeing where it says it’s only for 2026. I see the general note about features only coming to some vehicles but it’s ambiguous. I see the “new y” mention…is that what’s conveying it.
Hahah, that would be fun😂 In Norway and EU you need to have a periodic vehicle control after 4 years when the car is new and then every 2 years, where they check it
It's for regen.
Excited to try this. The reduced regen makes the brake pedal feel so terrible, it’s literally like an on or off switch pretty much as soon as you touch the pedal with hardly any travel before they really bite hard. Hopefully this gives them a bit more travel and the brakes come on progressively harder as you dip into the pedal.
It’s the same in an ICE vehicle if I simply let off the throttle and the vehicle engine brakes… the brake lights don’t come on. Tesla turns on the brake lights if you pass a specific threshold for deceleration
Not a Tesla App always puts it at the bottom-right corner of the image. Where it says "Models: New Y".
Get those wipers working in this update?
Meh. Where's my new 2026 Model 3 love?
yeah I'm failing to see where the issue is with out this update.
the s3xy knob (enhauto.com) allows this.
That's nice to know, thanks!
No brake by wire
They’re completely different classes of vehicle, but an S is still decidedly more premium than any Y. It just depends on priorities, yours are on the most recent features.
My tip is to first put it in neutral, so you don't have to brake so hard in addition to the regen braking.
Does the Model Y Standard support this as well?
this is what I do, at least twice per drive shifting to neutral then coming to a stop with the brake pedal only to clean some of the rust off the rotors
Just do some hard braking on the way to the inspection?
Service mode, brake burinishing. That will let you disable regen.
We have regenerative braking whenever we're off the accelerstor pedal, but the brake pedal is a mechanical connection to the physical brakes. The Juniper Model Y uses a different setup where the brake pedal controls both the mechanical brakes and regenerative braking. These adjustments impact how those two are blended.
Its so more much than just features. I’ve driven everything Tesla has to offer except the Cybertruck.. and they are much more similar than they are different. Same amount passengers & both hatchbacks. The biggest difference is really the size of the battery pack, air suspension & extra drivers screen on the S. I also prefer the higher ride height, available factory tow hitch and shorter overall length of the Y. It was much easier to fit in my garage at home. You are also talking about a new car.. vs someone’s 3-year old used car. Who knows why they got rid of it? The S just feels old & forgotten at this point. I would imagine most people would prefer a new car.. with new warranty & cheaper financing. Finally, considering Tesla has since discontinued S & X.. I would have also been pretty pissed just buying a vehicle that is no longer in production. That cannot be a good feeling.
Ah. Thank you. I had no idea of the different set ups between those two models.
>I’ve driven everything Tesla has to offer except the Cybertruck.. and they are much more similar than they are different. Same amount passengers & both hatchbacks. Lower to the ground luxury sedan handling vs SUV handling...one is quick for an SUV and the other is lightning. Also, same number of passengers and having a hatch back do not go any distance to likening two vehicles whatsoever...especially when you went on to say: >The biggest difference is really the size of the battery pack, air suspension & extra drivers screen on the S. I also prefer the higher ride height, available factory tow hitch and shorter overall length of the Y. It was much easier to fit in my garage at home. All of that literally only adds credibility to an argument about how different they are, you really just weren't in the market for an S at all lol >You are also talking about a new car.. vs someone’s 3-year old used car. Who knows why they got rid of it? New mid-range SUV vs used luxury sedan. They probably got rid of it for the same reason most people with disposable income do, to buy something newer. Third party inspections are not difficult, nor are ones bought from Tesla. > The S just feels old & forgotten at this point. Because it missed a smooth braking update? lol >I would imagine most people would prefer a new car.. with new warranty & cheaper financing. That's cool, still doesn't make them comparable vehicles. The S is a better handling, higher torque, near identical ride height (adaptive, up to 6.2 inches and down to 4.6), and up to 33% more range luxury sedan when compared to the Y. >Finally, considering Tesla has since discontinued S & X.. I would have also been pretty pissed just buying a vehicle that is no longer in production. That cannot be a good feeling. Out of production ≠ End of life. The S and X will continue to receive parts and support for years to come because the warranty is a bumper to bumper legal requirement of at least 4 years from the date of the last S/X sold. All of your feelings on the matter read more as seeking validation for your MYJ purchase than reasonably critical of the MS as a vehicle. The MX is the actual luxury alternative to the MY and it has: * 1,500lbs more towing capacity * Three row seating * Subjectively better noise * Subjectively better ride with air suspension, and an adjustable ride height that goes even higher than the Y * Easier access to rear seating via falcon doors * The plaid option for insane pull, the 3.3-3.5 MYPJ is okay but 2.5 is insane comparatively.
I had no idea you were this serious about this conversation. I’m done. Enjoy your day
Pretty strange to double down on compact SUVs being even remotely functionally similar to luxury sedans, entirely different segments with entirely different utility. But yeah, take care.
Nitpicking, but the 3 didn't initially regen or use the motor to reach 0mph. Hitting the brake pedal was required to come to a complete stop. One pedal driving was added late 2018/early 2919.
Why only the model Y?
Never!
Crazy how people are getting 2026.8 or whatever while I’m still begging 2025.45.X updates 😭
Rumor has it that will be gone next.
Isnt bmw doing adaptive regen based on what is in front of you? So if you let go of the pedal it will stop at stop sign directly?
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