INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
The free internet connectivity current Tesla owners enjoy may become a paid-for extra for new owners buying a car from the firm after July
1.Update:Tesla has confirmed to TheIndianSubcontinent that a charge for the Premium Connectivity Package will come into effect for any cars
purchased from July 1, 2018.First leaked via an internal sales team email seen by Electrek, and then confirmed to TheIndianSubcontinent by
the automaker, Tesla will introduce a premium connectivity package for all its vehicles from July 1.The move means you'll have to pay an
additional fee if you want the expanded internet connection in your Tesla (above the core connectivity the car requires, such as the sat nav
and supercharger network information).There's good news for current owners of the Tesla Model S, X and 3 though, as the annual charge will
not come into effect for any models currently on the road - ensuring you maintain free connectivity in your vehicles.No surpriseThe news
doesn't come as a surprise, as back in 2014 Tesla said that Model S owners would get free data connectivity and internet radio for four
years - which takes us to 2018.It appears Tesla will be true to its word, but the fact current owners won't be required to pay is positive
news.From July 1, any new Tesla vehicle will come with two options; 'Standard Connectivity Package' provided at no extra cost, and the
and the ability to use the web browser and stream music using the cellular network connection.Model X and Model S cars purchased after July
1 will get the premium package free for a year, while new Model 3 owners will also get a free year if they opt for the premier interior
be reverted back to the Standard Connectivity Package.We have contacted Tesla for more information, and we will about this article with more
information once we get a response.Via Engadget
