Does Tesla Record In-Car Audio?
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Tesla does not record in-car audio. Apart from its somewhat unusual operation, Tesla's dashcam has another key difference from ordinary dashcams: Tesla's dashcam does not have an audio recording function. Considerations when purchasing a dashcam: 1. Check all interfaces: For car dashcams, multiple video interfaces are a major selling point. Some unscrupulous merchants, in pursuit of higher profits, counterfeit many interfaces on their products. Therefore, when purchasing a GPS dashcam, carefully inspect the functionality of each interface. 2. Check for freezing or screen distortion: Screen distortion usually occurs when the dashcam's temperature is high. So, when purchasing a dashcam, you can test its thermal stability to see if it is prone to screen distortion. 3. Test thermal stability: Low-quality car dashcams heat up quickly when exposed to sunlight for a period of time. Therefore, when selecting a GPS dashcam, test its thermal stability to see if screen distortion occurs.
Tesla vehicles can indeed record in-car audio, but primarily in specific scenarios. As a frequent Tesla driver, I know there are microphones inside the car for the voice control system—for example, when you say 'Turn on the AC,' it responds. By default, voice commands are processed temporarily but not permanently stored. According to the privacy policy, you can disable the recording feature via the settings menu on the central touchscreen to avoid unnecessary recordings. In the event of an accident, the dashcam may save data including audio for investigation purposes. So, based on experience, I recommend owners regularly check their privacy settings for peace of mind. It's similar to smart home devices—you need to learn how to manage permissions.
