# Tesla Emergency Drive Away Feature

> Tesla adds emergency feature to let drivers leave Superchargers without unplugging.
- Title: Tesla Emergency Drive Away Feature · The Drive | Shortify
- Summary: Tesla adds emergency feature to let drivers leave Superchargers without unplugging. Tesla rolled out Emergency Drive Away to let drivers shift into Drive…
- Keywords: tesla, supercharger, emergency drive away, over-the-air update, model s, model x, us superchargers, charging cable, cars, technology, Emergency, Drive
- Source: The Drive — https://thedrive.com/news/tesla-adds-emergency-feature-so-you-can-drive-away-from-supercharger-without-unplugging
- Author: Stephen Edelstein
- Published: 2026-10-04T17:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: tesla, supercharger, emergency drive away, over-the-air update, model s, model x, us superchargers, charging cable, cars, technology
## Tesla rolls out emergency feature
Tesla added an over-the-air update to let drivers shift into Drive while still plugged in at Superchargers.
## Emergency Drive Away feature works
The feature lets drivers confirm a pop-up alert on their touchscreen to drive away without unplugging.
## Charging cable breaks away
The charging connector breaks away from the Supercharger, though it may cause damage to both vehicle and charger.
## Tesla warns of risks
Tesla states the feature is "intended for emergency use only" and may damage vehicles and Superchargers.

> intended for emergency use only
## Feature requires specific software
Emergency Drive Away needs software version 2026.38.3 and works only on U.S. Superchargers for Model S and Model X vehicles.
## Tesla addresses real-world need
Tesla developed the feature after a lethal shooting at an Idaho Supercharger to help drivers in emergencies.
## Key takeaway

Tesla rolled out Emergency Drive Away to let drivers shift into Drive while plugged in, but warns it may damage vehicles and Superchargers.