Tesla app 4.56.5: Smart Charging, Plaid Gold Badge, Enhanced Charge on

Smart Charging for Wall Connector

Tesla appears to be adding smart charging capabilities to the Tesla app, and a screenshot indicates that newer Wall Connectors will support these features.

The app indicates the feature will be limited to certain Wall Connectors, likely excluding units without WiFi capabilities.

Tesla will be calling the feature “Low Cost Charging,” which will let a Wall Connector charge when rates are at their lowest, based on a user’s utility plan.

Some phrases in the app that point to this include:

“Configure your Wall Connectors to enable smart charging, schedules, and restricted access for specific EV types.”

“Configure your charging preferences to optimize for the lowest cost energy based on your utility plan.”

“Setup Low Cost Charging”

“Your Powerwall's Operational Mode controls how your home energy system functions. This includes smart vehicle charging features.”

Plaid Gold Badge

A gold Plaid badge has been added to the Tesla app. These badges are typically used on performance or special editions such as the Model Y Launch Edition.

This gold version of the Plaid badge is likely reserved for the Model S and Model X Signature Edition.

Enhanced Charge on Solar

Similar to the upcoming smart charging capabilities for the Wall Connector, Tesla is adding a new mode called “Enhanced Charge on Solar.”

This mode combines the existing Charge on Solar features with the Wall Connector’s new “Low Cost Charging,” allowing a vehicle to charge when excess solar energy is available and utility rates are lowest.

New phrases in the Tesla app state:

“The Low Cost Charging mode uses your utility rate plan and excess solar to save you money.”

“Your vehicles will charge when there is low-cost energy, including solar, based on your utility plan.”