What Is An Over-The-Air Update? And How Do They Work?

Back in 2012, Tesla introduced a technology familiar to smartphone users: over-the-air, or OTA, updates.

But what exactly is an OTA update for a car, and what can one actually do?

Depending on the automaker and vehicle, an OTA update can be downloaded through the car's built-in cellular connection or Wi-Fi.

What Can An OTA Update Change?

How Does An OTA Update Work?