Here's our closest look yet at how Tesla's Model 3 touchscreen works

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Tesla is currently only producing Premium Model 3 sedans. The automaker will start producing base Model 3 cars in November.

Tesla is currently only producing Premium Model 3 sedans. The automaker will start producing base Model 3 cars in November.

Source: Business Insider

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The salesperson did have trouble finding some features. He said the sedan did not appear to have an FM radio option. It also hasn't been connecting to WiFi or supporting phone media streaming, he said.

The salesperson did have trouble finding some features. He said the sedan did not appear to have an FM radio option. It also hasn't been connecting to WiFi or supporting phone media streaming, he said.

The salesperson said he believes future software updates will allow the Model 3 to connect to WiFi and play music through an owner's phone.

Tesla did not immediately return Business Insider's request for comment on these features.

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Here's a look at Tesla's full music display, which has streaming and tuning options. Tesla has said the Model 3 won't get AM radio.

Here's a look at Tesla's full music display, which has streaming and tuning options. Tesla has said the Model 3 won't get AM radio.

Tesla is working on a streaming-music service for its vehicles, so this display could become more important in the future.

... And then you can move the fan nozzles using your finger on both the driver and passenger side.

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Tesla changed how you adjust the fan in the Model 3. After adjusting the temperature, click the auto button...

Tesla changed how you adjust the fan in the Model 3. After adjusting the temperature, click the auto button...

Next are the seat heater. The icons can be pressed up to three times to change the heat intensity.

Next are the seat heater. The icons can be pressed up to three times to change the heat intensity.
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Here you see the front and rear defrosters, respectively.

Here you see the front and rear defrosters, respectively.

Touch the car icon again and it will bring up the navigation map as well as the ability to turn on the windshield wipers. You can adjust the wiper's speed using the lever below the "on" button. You can also activate the spray using the button next to the "fast" option.

Touch the car icon again and it will bring up the navigation map as well as the ability to turn on the windshield wipers. You can adjust the wiper's speed using the lever below the "on" button. You can also activate the spray using the button next to the "fast" option.
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The touchscreen displays a lot of information in a minimalist fashion. The speed limit outside, for example, is displayed just below the battery icon.

The touchscreen displays a lot of information in a minimalist fashion. The speed limit outside, for example, is displayed just below the battery icon.

Here's a look at Tesla's default display menu, which is activated when you click the car icon in the lower left corner. It allows you to adjust the screen's brightness, side view mirrors, and steering wheel. You can also turn on the sedan's lights.

Here's a look at Tesla's default display menu, which is activated when you click the car icon in the lower left corner. It allows you to adjust the screen's brightness, side view mirrors, and steering wheel. You can also turn on the sedan's lights.
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