Tesla Enhances Ride Quality for Model 3 Vehicles Through Subtle Suspension Modifications in Latest Update
Tesla's Model 3 Performance Gets a Comfort Boost with New Autopilot Feature
Tesla's latest software update, 2025.8.8, has introduced a new feature for the Model 3 Performance that enhances comfort during hands-free highway driving. This update, while primarily focusing on battery diagnostics, also includes improvements to the vehicle's driving dynamics and Autopilot system.
The new feature allows the vehicle to automatically switch to Standard Ride & Handling settings on adaptive suspension when Autopilot is activated. This change results in a smoother, more comfortable ride, making the Autopilot experience even more enjoyable for Model 3 Performance owners.
To enable this feature, users can navigate to the "Dynamics" settings menu and toggle on "Use Standard Ride & Handling in Autopilot." This option was discovered by @WholeMarsBlog.
While the comprehensive battery health check tools were introduced in the earlier 2025.8.4 update, the significant changes related to adaptive suspension and Autopilot appear in the subsequent 2025.8.8 update.
Moreover, the new Cybertruck model will soon allow users to adjust the air suspension ride height directly from the Tesla app, providing improved user control over suspension settings remotely. However, this feature is not specific to the Model 3 Performance.
In summary, the new Autopilot feature for Model 3 Performance offers a more comfortable ride during hands-free driving, demonstrating Tesla's ongoing commitment to refining the overall driving experience for its vehicles. This feature, along with the previously mentioned minor fixes and improvements, adds to the unique features of the Model 3 Performance.
However, it's worth noting that this feature was not explicitly mentioned in the software update's patch notes. Furthermore, no information is provided about when or how this feature will be available for other Tesla models.
[References] 1. Tesla Model 3 Performance gets a new Autopilot feature for a smoother ride 2. Tesla Model 3 Performance Software Update 2025.8.4: What's New? 3. Tesla Model 3 Performance Software Update 2025.8.8: What's New?
With Tesla's latest software update, the Model 3 Performance's hands-free highway driving becomes even more luxurious as technology seamlessly integrates lifestyle preferences, transitioning to Standard Ride & Handling settings for a smoother ride on adaptive suspension when Autopilot is activated. Moreover, the upcoming Cybertruck model is expected to offer similar advancements, allowing users remote adjustments to air suspension ride height, merging technology and driving comfort.
