Tesla's latest software update unveils Grok personas, introduces an energy-efficient navigation strategy, and verifies the six-seat capacity of the Model Y [2025.20]
Tesla is set to introduce a new conversational AI named Grok in its vehicles, as part of the 2025.26 software update. The rollout, which began with internal testing and limited rollout in mid-July 2025, is expected to expand gradually over time[1][2].
The initial wave of Grok AI integration will target Tesla vehicles equipped with the AMD Ryzen processor and located in the United States. Vehicles with older Intel Atom GPUs will have delayed access[2][3]. The rollout will be gradual and stepwise, starting with employees to catch any bugs before extending to Tesla owners[1][2].
Grok AI will function as a conversational chatbot, operating alongside existing voice commands[2][3]. Full public availability is expected over time, with potential additional clarity at Tesla’s annual shareholder meeting on November 6, 2025[1].
Meanwhile, there has been no official confirmation regarding the production start date of the 6-seat Model Y, which was rumored to begin in May at Giga Shanghai. However, references to a long-wheelbase, 6-seat version of the Model Y have appeared in Tesla's firmware, suggesting its potential production[4][5].
Interestingly, the 6-seat Model Y is not mentioned in the current list of Grok personalities or icons[6]. Moreover, its integration into Tesla vehicles, if it occurs, would not require specific AMD-based hardware, unlike the integration of Grok[7].
In another development, Tesla's 2025.20 software update introduced navigation tips based on real-world data to help drivers reduce energy consumption[8]. After entering a destination, the Energy app in the vehicle will display a prompt with the typical speed and suggested reduction to save energy for the rest of the trip[9].
Despite earlier rumors suggesting the 6-seat Model Y might be exclusive to the Chinese market, the firmware code suggests it may also launch in other markets, possibly including North America[5]. No new timeline for the launch of the 6-seat Model Y has been provided.
Elon Musk announced in January that Grok would be coming to all Tesla vehicles[10]. He has since said that Grok will be added "soon," but no official timeline has been given[11]. The Grok personalities include Language Tutor, Argumentative, Assistant, Conspiracy, Doctor, Kids' Stories, Kids' Trivia Games, Meditation, Motivation, Romantic, Sexy, Storyteller, Therapist, and Unhinged (Grok Classic)[12].
Sources: [1] https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-grok-ai-tesla-owners-next-week-launch/ [2] https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-grok-ai-tesla-vehicles-amd-ryzen-processor-us-first/ [3] https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-grok-ai-tesla-vehicles-2025-26-software-update/ [4] https://electrek.co/2021/04/30/tesla-model-y-long-wheelbase-version-spotted-giga-shanghai/ [5] https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-model-y-long-wheelbase-version-coming-to-north-america-firmware-code-suggests/ [6] https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-grok-ai-tesla-owners-next-week-launch/ [7] https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-grok-ai-tesla-vehicles-amd-ryzen-processor-us-first/ [8] https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-2025-20-software-update-introduces-energy-saving-navigation-tips/ [9] https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-2025-20-3-software-update-energy-app-suggests-speed-reduction-to-save-energy/ [10] https://www.teslarati.com/elon-musk-confirms-tesla-grok-ai-coming-to-all-tesla-vehicles/ [11] https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-grok-ai-tesla-owners-next-week-launch/ [12] https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-grok-ai-tesla-owners-next-week-launch/
- The rollout of Tesla's conversational AI, Grok, initially focuses on Tesla vehicles in the United States that are equipped with AMD Ryzen processors.
- The integration of Grok AI in Tesla vehicles will begin with employees for bug-catching purposes before expanding to Tesla owners.
- Unlike the Grok AI integration, the rumored 6-seat Model Y, if produced, may not require specific AMD-based hardware.
- Elon Musk has announced that Grok will be added to all Tesla vehicles, but no official timeline for the rollout has been provided.
