First Look at Tesla's New Model 3/Y Entry Animations [VIDEO]

A newly surfaced video shows the refreshed unlock sequence coming to Tesla's best-selling models.

Tesla appears to be preparing a new entry animation for Model 3 and Model Y owners, based on a video shared by Not a Tesla App.

What Happened

The outlet published footage showing what is described as a fresh unlock sequence for the two highest-volume Tesla models. The clip shows the car responding when the owner approaches with a phone key or key card, displaying an animation that differs from the current entry experience. Details on exactly what the new animation entails were limited in the report.

Why It Matters

Entry animations are part of Tesla's broader effort to add small but noticeable polish to the ownership experience. Model 3 and Model Y together make up the vast majority of Tesla's global sales, so any change to their feature set affects a large portion of the fleet. Owners often look for these kinds of updates as signs that older vehicles continue receiving attention alongside new model launches.

The Bottom Line

Tesla has not officially announced the rollout timeline or which software version will carry the new animations. Owners awaiting details should watch for future release notes.

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