# Tesla Emergency Drive Away Feature

> Tesla lets drivers break free from Superchargers in emergencies with new software update.
- Title: Tesla Emergency Drive Away Feature · Car and Driver | Shortify
- Summary: Tesla lets drivers break free from Superchargers in emergencies with new software update. Tesla released a safety feature allowing drivers to disconnect from…
- Keywords: tesla, supercharger, emergency drive away, software update, us superchargers, model s, model x, cars, Emergency, Drive, Away, Feature
- Source: Car and Driver — https://caranddriver.com/news/a74037575/tesla-drivers-can-now-break-away-from-superchargers-in-emergencies
- Author: Alayna Wilkening
- Published: 2026-10-05T19:47:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: tesla, supercharger, emergency drive away, software update, us superchargers, model s, model x, cars
## New Tesla Safety Feature
Tesla released Emergency Drive Away, a software update allowing drivers to break away from Superchargers during emergencies without manually disconnecting.
## Emergency Use Only
Tesla states the feature should only be used in emergencies and will cause significant damage to the vehicle and Supercharger.
## U.S. Supercharger Limitation
The override only applies to U.S. Superchargers and requires the latest software update for Model S and Model X vehicles.
## Idaho Shooting Context
In August, Tesla users were among those killed and injured during a shooting at an In-N-Out in Twin Falls, Idaho, with three victims sitting in Tesla vehicles while charging.
## How to Activate
To activate, drivers must hold the brake pedal and tap 'Activate' within a warning screen that pops up once in drive.
## Potential Damage
Using the feature may cause damage to the vehicle and Supercharger, with repair costs potentially reaching $25,000 depending on the Supercharger.
## Support Limitations
Pre-2021 Model S and Model X vehicles are not supported, and the update will only work on U.S. Superchargers for now.
## Key takeaway

Tesla released a safety feature allowing drivers to disconnect from Superchargers during emergencies, but warns of potential vehicle and charger damage.