Tesla Owner in China Retrofits Model Y with Physical Buttons
Tesla Owner in China Retrofits Model Y with Physical Buttons
Is adding physical buttons to a Tesla a step towards improvement or a deviation from its design philosophy?
A Tesla owner in China has made a bold modification to his Model Y by installing physical buttons, going against Tesla’s minimalist approach to vehicle interiors. The owner has added a row of buttons below the car’s touchscreen, providing control over various functions such as climate control, seat adjustments, boot opening, and car locking/unlocking.
Tesla has always embraced minimalism when it comes to the design of its vehicle interiors. The latest Model 3, for example, lacks conventional indicator stalks and an instrument cluster.
However, one Tesla owner in China has taken a different approach and decided to retrofit his Model Y with physical buttons. These buttons provide easy access to major functions, essentially defying the purpose of minimalism.
A video shared by Ray on X showcases the switch bank before and after the installation. The panel of physical buttons is connected to the control unit port in the Tesla.
The row of buttons installed by the Chinese Tesla owner allows for control over key climate control and seat functions. Additionally, they serve as controls to open the front and rear boots, lock and unlock the car, and fold the side mirrors.
In total, there are 12 buttons connected to the control unit port in the Tesla. This modification offers a more traditional and tactile approach to controlling various aspects of the car.
Opinions among Tesla owners are divided on this retrofit. Some may see it as an improvement, providing a familiar and functional interface. Others may argue that it goes against Tesla’s design philosophy of minimalism and simplicity.
What do Tesla owners think of this modification? Is it a step in the right direction or a deviation from the brand’s ethos?
- Tesla owner in China goes against minimalist approach by adding physical buttons to Model Y
- Buttons control climate control, seat adjustments, boot opening, and car locking/unlocking
- 12 buttons in total connected to the control unit port in the Tesla
- Opinions vary on this modification – What do Tesla owners think?
A Tesla owner in China has made an unconventional modification to his Model Y by adding physical buttons for various car functions. While this goes against Tesla’s minimalistic approach, it offers a more traditional and tactile interface. Opinions among Tesla owners are divided, raising the question of whether this change is an improvement or a departure from the brand’s design principles.
