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Can You Adapt to Tesla’s “No Dashboard”?-Head Up Display

Posted on by Tina
29
Apr
Have you encountered the issue of lacking a dashboard after switching to a Tesla model? Some vehicle owners have reported that the absence of a dashboard makes it inconvenient to obtain speed information, often needing to look to the right at the central screen to get detailed vehicle information. They also face problems such as screen glare, making it difficult to read the information. These actions can be very dangerous while driving. On high-speed roads, lack of focus may lead to issues such as speeding and delayed reactions. This blog will provide you with solutions and all the information you need!

1.Current Official Tesla Solutions

(1)Optimization of the Central Screen UI Layout

Tesla continues to improve the information display on the central screen through OTA updates. Specific updates include:
  • Speed Display Enlargement: The speed is now fixed in the upper-left corner of the screen and the font size is larger than in earlier versions.
  • Navigation Information Optimization: Route guidance is more prominent, reducing the frequency of needing to check the map.
  • More Obvious AP/FSD Status: Information about speed limits, lane-keeping in autonomous driving mode is more intuitive.

(2)Voice Control

  • No Wake Word Query (Available on Some Models): Simply say “speed” or “remaining battery,” and the system will automatically announce the information without needing to tap the screen.
  • Shortcut Commands: You can customize functions via the scroll wheel on the steering wheel to quickly access key information.
  • Drawback: Currently, this feature is used less frequently, and some owners still habitually look at the screen to check the data.

(3)Tesla Announces Future Hardware Upgrade Solutions

  • AR-HUD (Augmented Reality Head-Up Display)：Tesla has filed related patents and may add a HUD to future models (such as the refreshed Model 3 Highland or the new Model Y), which will project information like speed and navigation directly onto the windshield. Owners can check the next solution
  • Return of the Dashboard (Less Likely)：The new Model S/X has been equipped with a full LCD dashboard, but entry-level models may still retain the no-dashboard design. Owners can check the next solution

2.Try Accessory Assistance

(1)Add HUD (Head-Up Display)

  • Product Recommendation: MRCARTOOL M98 Head-Up Display, specifically designed for Tesla, supports displaying information such as speed, parking status, turn signals, and seatbelt warnings.
  • Installation Method: No need for hacking; simply use the included OBD cable to connect for power supply and data collection.

(2)Phone/Tablet Mount + Split-Screen Apps

  • Third-party apps like TeslaScope / Stats App can sync key data (such as speed, battery level, and energy consumption) to a phone or iPad, placed behind the steering wheel to simulate a traditional dashboard.
  • Advantages: Low cost (20-20-50), no modification required.
  • Disadvantages: Relies on a phone, which may affect aesthetics.

3.Would You Like to Try Habit Adjustment Solutions?

If you don’t want to add hardware, you can adjust your driving habits to adapt to the no-dashboard design:

  • Rely on Autopilot (AP): Activate Autopilot on highways or congested roads to reduce the frequency of manual driving and lessen the need to actively monitor speed.
  • Use Voice Control More: Get into the habit of using the vehicle’s voice assistant to query information, reducing the need to divert your attention from the road.
  • Adjust the Seat and Steering Wheel: Position the central screen so that the information is within your line of sight, minimizing the need for the driver to turn their head.

4.The Possible Future Trends of “No Dashboard”

  • Once fully autonomous driving becomes mature, the dashboard may completely disappear, with the main focus of development shifting to entertainment screens or VR interactions.
  • Currently, AR-HUDs are becoming increasingly popular in Europe and North America, and they may gradually replace traditional dashboards. They are more intelligent and don’t require the driver to look down.

5.Conclusion

Tesla’s no-dashboard design is the result of the collision between technology and minimalism. Technology can promote the better development of life, while traditional drivers may prefer the familiarity of a dashboard. Owners can rely on their daily habits to decide whether to install a head-up display.

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