Tesla has announced the removal of complimentary Spotify Premium subscriptions from its Premium Connectivity package in several major markets, including Australia. This change affects new vehicle deliveries and will be phased out for existing customers, marking a significant shift in Tesla's subscription offerings.
New Deliveries Affected: Model Y and Model 3 vehicles delivered from October 1, 2024, no longer include Spotify Premium in the $9.99 monthly Premium Connectivity subscription.
Phase-Out for Existing Customers: Owners who took delivery before October 1, 2024, will continue to receive Spotify Premium until December 1, 2024.
Exception for Early Adopters: Vehicles delivered on or before June 30, 2019, with lifetime Premium Connectivity, will retain Spotify Premium indefinitely.
Options for Affected Owners: Owners can log in with their personal Spotify accounts or update the car's Spotify account with their personal email (requires 2024.32.4 software update).
Spotify Subscription Costs:
- Free Spotify plan available with limited features and ads
- Spotify Premium costs $13.99 per month for individuals, with cheaper options for students, duos, and families
Remaining Premium Connectivity Features:
- Navigation with live traffic and satellite-view maps
- Video and music streaming
- Internet browser
- 'Caraoke' feature
Alternative Music Services: Tesla vehicles can still stream Apple Music and YouTube Music with Premium Connectivity when logged in with personal accounts
The removal of complimentary Spotify Premium from Tesla's Premium Connectivity package represents a significant change in the company's subscription offerings. While it may disappoint some customers, Tesla continues to provide various music streaming options and other connectivity features in its subscription service.
