{"id":10447,"date":"2024-03-18T22:39:24","date_gmt":"2024-03-19T05:39:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/?p=10447"},"modified":"2024-03-18T22:39:24","modified_gmt":"2024-03-19T05:39:24","slug":"teslas-siriusxm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/teslas-siriusxm\/","title":{"rendered":"Do Teslas Have SiriusXM? Advanced Options Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In 2021, Tesla delivered over <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/502208\/tesla-quarterly-vehicle-deliveries\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">900,000 electric vehicles<\/a> worldwide to their customers. If you\u2019re a new owner or want to go on a road trip and use satellite radio, you might consider getting <strong>SiriusXM<\/strong>. However, the rocky relationship between the two is confusing as one update removes the service, only for it to be back in the next update, so can you use SiriusXM in your Tesla?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SiriusXM is officially available on the Tesla Model S and Model X with a 3-month trial period. Model 3 and Model Y don\u2019t have official support for SiriusXM due to the lack of dedicated hardware. However, you can stream SiriusXM to unsupported Tesla models by connecting your smartphone via Bluetooth.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How do you get SiriusXM on different Tesla models, is it easy to install, and what should you do if you face an issue? Are there any other reliable satellite radio alternatives? This article has you covered by providing definitive answers to all the above questions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-table-of-contents uagb-toc__align-left uagb-toc__columns-1 uagb-toc__collapse uagb-block-f1149d2c     \"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-scroll= \"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-offset= \"30\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTable Of Contents\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M192 384c-8.188 0-16.38-3.125-22.62-9.375l-160-160c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0L192 306.8l137.4-137.4c12.5-12.5 32.75-12.5 45.25 0s12.5 32.75 0 45.25l-160 160C208.4 380.9 200.2 384 192 384z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__list-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#why-should-you-get-siriusxm-on-your-tesla\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Why Should You Get SiriusXM on Your Tesla?<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#nationwide-coverage-well-almost\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Nationwide Coverage (Well\u2026 Almost)<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#extensive-library-with-mostly-ad-free-content\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Extensive Library With Mostly Ad-Free Content<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#how-to-get-siriusxm-on-your-tesla\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">How To Get SiriusXM on Your Tesla<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#siriusxm-for-model-s-and-model-x\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">SiriusXM for Model S and Model X<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#how-to-get-siriusxm-on-model-s-and-model-x\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">How To Get SiriusXM on Model S and Model X<\/a><\/li><\/ul><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#siriusxm-for-model-3-and-model-y\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">SiriusXM for Model 3 and Model Y<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#install-dedicated-siriusxm-hardware\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Install Dedicated SiriusXM Hardware<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#stream-via-your-phone\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Stream via Your Phone<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#playing-siriusxm-with-google-assistant\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Playing SiriusXM with Google Assistant<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#playing-siriusxm-with-amazon-alexa\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Playing SiriusXM with Amazon Alexa<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#using-siriusxm-with-siri\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Using SiriusXM with Siri<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#are-there-alternatives-to-siriusxm-for-teslas\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Are There Alternatives to SiriusXM for Teslas?<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#pro-tip-what-can-i-do-if-im-logged-out-of-my-tesla-spotify\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Pro Tip: What can I do if I&#039;m logged out of my Tesla Spotify?<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#tunein\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">TuneIn<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#iheartradio\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">iHeartRadio<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#common-problems-with-siriusxm-on-teslas\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Common Problems With SiriusXM on Teslas<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#siriusxm-disappeared-from-the-mcu-after-an-update\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">SiriusXM Disappeared From the MCU After an Update<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#no-audio-from-any-channel-on-siriusxm\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">No Audio From Any Channel on SiriusXM<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#frequently-asked-questions-faqs\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#can-i-transfer-my-existing-siriusxm-subscription-to-my-new-car\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Can I Transfer My Existing SiriusXM Subscription to My New Car?<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#can-i-log-in-through-two-devices-from-a-single-siriusxm-subscription-simultaneously\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Can I log in Through Two Devices From a Single SiriusXM Subscription Simultaneously?<\/a><\/ul><\/ul><\/ul><\/ul><\/ul><\/ul><\/ul><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Should You Get SiriusXM on Your Tesla?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Given how many music and video streaming platforms are available at your fingertips, why would you want to give SiriusXM a shot? I mean, they\u2019re often cheaper than satellite radio, and as unlimited data plans are finally a thing, does it even make sense? <br><br>Surely you can create playlists on Spotify, download all the songs, and call it a day, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, if you\u2019re thinking along these lines, here are two top reasons why it may be the right call to get SiriusXM on your Tesla.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nationwide Coverage (Well\u2026 Almost)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve been on road trips, you know how annoying it can be to rely solely on music streaming services. This is certainly an upgrade from CDs and pen drives as you can carry all the music in the world in your pocket.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, it\u2019s not the apps that are the problem, it\u2019s <strong>network coverage<\/strong>. <br><br>Sure, the network providers do claim that you can get internet coverage anywhere in the states. However, you know this is far from the truth, especially in rural areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides, what if you forget to download your favorite tracks before going on a trip? Should you tune in to the local radio and hope they\u2019re playing some good music or have a decent talk show? It may work for a while, but you won\u2019t truly enjoy the drive.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having SiriusXM on your Tesla can be a <strong>lifesaver <\/strong>as it just works in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.siriusxm.com\/aviation\/coverage-map\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">most parts of the country<\/a> unless you plan to take your car to Alaska or Hawaii. <br><br>Along with downloadable content, you never have to worry about not having access to the internet.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Extensive Library With Mostly Ad-Free Content<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you listened to the radio recently? There are more ads than music on most stations. Just when you think they\u2019ll start playing music, they\u2019ll hit you with another advertisement.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thankfully, you won\u2019t be zoning out with <strong>SiriusXM <\/strong>as there are more than 100 ad-free channels. <br><br>Additionally, you\u2019ll never get bored as you can surf over 165 channels from your vehicle and more than 450 through your phone.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And if music isn\u2019t your jam, you can always check out various talk shows and interviews, listen to comedy skits and stay up-to-date with the news.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For sports, there are <strong>play-by-play updates and shows<\/strong> for:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>NFL&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NASCAR&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NBA&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NHL&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MLS&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, there\u2019s exclusive and uncensored content from the legendary <strong>Howard Stern<\/strong>. He has had interesting interviews with:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>George Clooney&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kevin Hart&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Elton John&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dave Grohl&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jimmy Kimmel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This means you can listen to something new every time you go on a drive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tesla-Sirius-XM.jpg\" alt=\"Tesla-Sirius-XM\" class=\"wp-image-10448\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tesla-Sirius-XM.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tesla-Sirius-XM-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tesla-Sirius-XM-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Get SiriusXM on Your Tesla<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>SiriusXM has <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/252812\/number-of-sirius-xms-subscribers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">over 34 million subscribers<\/a>, which is pretty impressive considering the competition in the online music streaming space from the likes of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Apple Music&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Amazon Music&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spotify&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>YouTube Music&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a table showing which models have official support for SiriusXM. In other words, you don\u2019t need dedicated hardware to access satellite radio. Fortunately, for unsupported models, there are several workarounds available.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Tesla Model<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Official SiriusXM Support<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Ease of Installation<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Model S<\/td><td>Yes, 3-month free trial is available<\/td><td>Simple<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Model X<\/td><td>Yes, 3-month free trial is available<\/td><td>Simple<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Model 3<\/td><td>No<\/td><td>Requires DIY for a clean installation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Model Y<\/td><td>No<\/td><td>Requires DIY for a clean installation<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SiriusXM for Model S and Model X<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a Model X or Model S, you\u2019re in luck &#8211; you get an all-access, three-month <strong>free <\/strong>subscription.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Get SiriusXM on Model S and Model X<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Make sure you\u2019re running the <strong>latest <\/strong>update for your Model S or Model X.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open the music player on your <strong>media control unit<\/strong> (<strong>MCU<\/strong>).&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>On the top left portion of the music player, select the <strong>drop-down menu icon<\/strong> (v).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select <strong>SiriusXM <\/strong>and tap on <strong>Subscription <\/strong>from the top navigation bar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To use <strong>SiriusXM<\/strong>, you need to create an account. Make a note of your <strong>Radio ID<\/strong>, which you\u2019ll need for registration. Head to the website or call customer support at <strong>866-635-5027<\/strong> to activate your free subscription.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After you\u2019ve created an account and subscribed to a plan, go back to the <strong>Subscription<\/strong> menu.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure you park your <strong>Tesla Model S<\/strong> or <strong>Model X<\/strong> under a clear sky before hitting <strong>Refresh<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SiriusXM for Model 3 and Model Y<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, the newer models of Tesla, Models 3 and Y, don\u2019t have official support for SiriusXM. Isn\u2019t it funny that these days you have to shell out more for cars from the future, but they offer fewer features?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Maybe they\u2019re planning on starting a satellite radio station on Mars once they figure out how to get there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jokes aside, you can still get SiriusXM on Model 3 and Model Y. Below are two methods you can try.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Install Dedicated SiriusXM Hardware<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You can pick up dedicated <strong>SiriusXM hardware <\/strong>like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B08B39LHNB?tag=evspeedy-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SiriusXM Tour Radio with 360L<\/a> (available on Amazon.com) if you don\u2019t mind a DIY project. Yes, it is similar to your MCU, but what other option do you have in this case?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since you have to install the antennae for these satellite radios, you need to route the wires behind the carpet and weatherstripping. This is only necessary if you like a clean look. <br><br>Mounting the antenna is easy since it\u2019s magnetic and sticks firmly to your Tesla.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The SiriusXM hardware\u2019s <strong>user manual<\/strong> has in-depth instructions on how to install it in your car.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stream via Your Phone<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>As you have to pay to use this service, why should you get dedicated SiriusXM hardware? A simpler option is to use your smartphone to stream your content to your Tesla\u2019s speakers directly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how to set this up in your car:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Turn on <strong>Bluetooth <\/strong>on your smartphone.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>On the MCU, tap on the <strong>Bluetooth<\/strong> icon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select <strong>Add New Device<\/strong> and then <strong>Start Search<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your smartphone\u2019s name will show up in the list of available devices.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure the <strong>code<\/strong> on the MCU and smartphone match.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The MCU will ask you if it can access your contacts, calendar, and file storage. Select <strong>Yes<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After you connect your device to the <strong>Tesla<\/strong>, open up the music player.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select the drop-down menu icon (v) from the top left of the screen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose <strong>Phone<\/strong>. Now, every time you play a song, you\u2019ll hear it from the car\u2019s speakers.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>All this is great, but there\u2019s a problem with streaming through your smartphone: It is extremely distracting when you\u2019re on the road. <br><br>A better option would be to use smart assistants like Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa to control the satellite radio through <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/calling-wrong-person-tesla-voice-commands\/\" title=\"voice commands\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">voice commands<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Playing SiriusXM with Google Assistant<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Playing SiriusXM from your phone to your Tesla\u2019s speakers is easy with Google Assistant. Here\u2019s what you should do to use this feature:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Open <strong>the Google <\/strong>app on your smartphone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap on your profile, located on the top right portion of the screen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select <strong>Settings <\/strong>&gt; <strong>Voice <\/strong>&gt; <strong>Voice Match<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enable <strong>Hey Google<\/strong> and follow the instructions so <strong>Google Assistant<\/strong> can recognize your voice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go back to the <strong>Settings<\/strong> page.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Navigate to <strong>Google Assistant <\/strong>&gt; <strong>Lock Screen<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select <strong>Assistant responses<\/strong> on the lock screen.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Just like Google ads, you\u2019ll be able to play any channel and control media playback via SiriusXM, even if your phone\u2019s screen is off. However, you still have to unlock your phone if you want to open an app.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>E.g.<\/strong>, \u201cHey Google, Play \u2018XX\u2019\u201d &#8211; XX is the name of the channel, track, interview, sports news, or podcast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Playing SiriusXM with Amazon Alexa<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan on using Amazon Alexa, the process is slightly different, so follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Open <strong>the Amazon Alexa<\/strong> app.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scroll down till you see <strong>Access Alexa From Any Screen<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose <strong>Set Default Assistant<\/strong> and change it to <strong>Amazon Alexa<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now go back to the app.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap on <strong>Link Music Services <\/strong>&gt; <strong>Link New Service.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select SiriusXM and enable <strong>SiriusXM skill<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You need to provide your SiriusXM login details.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alexa is ready to control SiriusXM.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>E.g.<\/strong>, \u201cAlexa, play Howard 100 on SiriusXM.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51zDmtEFdeL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Echo Auto (1st gen) - Hands-free Alexa in your car with your phone\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Now, not everyone is a fan of changing the default assistant to Amazon Alexa. In this case, you can go for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07VTK654B?tag=evspeedy-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Amazon Echo Auto<\/strong><\/a> (link to Amazon), as it allows you to control your device and all other smart devices from your Tesla. You need to plug it into the 12 V port (refer to your owner\u2019s manual if you don\u2019t know where it is) to power the device.&nbsp;<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Using SiriusXM with Siri<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Although Siri can control several media apps through voice commands, this feature isn\u2019t available on SiriusXM. The only option is to use Shortcuts or open SiriusXM on your smartphone and control it manually. <br><br>Don\u2019t blame Apple, as the developers of SiriusXM need to enable this feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are There Alternatives to SiriusXM for Teslas?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Perhaps SiriusXM just doesn\u2019t cut it for you. And that\u2019s fine because you can use plenty of other music streaming and radio satellite apps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Amazon Music<\/strong>, <strong>Pandora<\/strong>, <strong>Soundcloud<\/strong>, and <strong>Spotify <\/strong>can be your go-to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/max-your-tesla-music\/\" title=\"Get the Most Out of Your Tesla\u2019s Music Options\">options if you\u2019re looking for music<\/a> and podcasts. You can\u2019t go wrong with <strong>Apple Music<\/strong> and <strong>Tidal <\/strong>if you want to listen to your favorite tracks in high quality. <br><br>All the above apps support offline play, as you can download your favorite tracks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use the MCU and use the native app to play music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> It\u2019s better to get an unlimited data plan if you\u2019re going with Apple Music or Tidal, as music on these platforms is data hungry.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, what if you\u2019re old school and like listening to the radio? There are at least two radio alternatives to SiriusXM: TuneIn and iHeartRadio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-info-box uagb-block-584d672f uagb-infobox__content-wrap  uagb-infobox-icon-above-title uagb-infobox-image-valign-top\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-content\"><div class=\"uagb-ifb-icon-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M0 256C0 114.6 114.6 0 256 0C397.4 0 512 114.6 512 256C512 397.4 397.4 512 256 512C114.6 512 0 397.4 0 256zM371.8 211.8C382.7 200.9 382.7 183.1 371.8 172.2C360.9 161.3 343.1 161.3 332.2 172.2L224 280.4L179.8 236.2C168.9 225.3 151.1 225.3 140.2 236.2C129.3 247.1 129.3 264.9 140.2 275.8L204.2 339.8C215.1 350.7 232.9 350.7 243.8 339.8L371.8 211.8z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><div class=\"uagb-ifb-title-wrap\"><h3 class=\"uagb-ifb-title\">Pro Tip: What can I do if I&#8217;m logged out of my Tesla Spotify?<\/h3><\/div><p class=\"uagb-ifb-desc\"><em>If you\u2019re having problems with your Spotify updating podcasts, you might have to be forced to always log out and back in, which can be tedious. An easy way to log out and back in is to have a very short playlist to be able to click on the Log Out button at the bottom. You can also use an easy password to easily log back in. This might not be an actual fix but can help a bit when you\u2019re struggling with Spotify updates.<\/em><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">TuneIn<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If there\u2019s one service that can rival SiriusXM, it\u2019s <strong>TuneIn<\/strong>. It offers music, podcasts, news, and sports under one roof.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For<strong> news<\/strong>, you can listen to:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>BBC&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NPR&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CNN&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fox News Radio&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You get <strong>updates by the second<\/strong> for:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>NFL&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NHL&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NBA&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NASCAR&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>IndyCar&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College-level sports&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, if you think there\u2019s not enough content on TuneIn, you can try out various live stations worldwide. <br><br>It\u2019s always interesting to find out what radio is like for people in other countries. Does everyone have to deal with a constant bombardment of ads?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">iHeartRadio<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As humans, it always seems like we can never feel like we have enough. iHeartRadio is another streaming service for listening to<strong> podcasts, live radio, and music<\/strong>. <br><br>There are also <strong>online music festivals<\/strong> featuring the likes of:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Avril Lavigne&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lionel Ritchie&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>LL CoolJ&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pitbull&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you lose internet access, the only way to continue listening to music is if you\u2019ve downloaded playlists before.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can stream iHeartRadio from your phone to your Tesla\u2019s MCU via Bluetooth. Android users can rely on Google Assistant to control the streaming platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For <strong>iPhones<\/strong>, you need to create shortcuts to control media. As creating a shortcut can initially seem confusing, iHeart has a <a href=\"https:\/\/help.iheart.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360028950812-Using-Siri-Shortcuts-for-iHeartRadio\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">handy and easy-to-follow guide<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Problems With SiriusXM on Teslas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While it is groundbreaking that we\u2019ve reached a point in civilization where we can now download updates for our cars, it also comes with its fair share of bugs. <br><br>Here are two common problems you may face in the future and how to fix them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SiriusXM Disappeared From the MCU After an Update<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When SiriusXM disappears from sources in the music player after you install an update:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Select <strong>Audio Settings<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Sources<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap on SiriusXM, and it will reappear in the player.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">No Audio From Any Channel on SiriusXM<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>From the SiriusXM music player:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Navigate to <strong>Subscription<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tap on <strong>Refresh<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If this doesn\u2019t fix the issue, restart the MCU.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Refer to your owner\u2019s manual to learn this method.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-faq-block\"><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">Can I Transfer My Existing SiriusXM Subscription to My New Car?<\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\">Contact 844-263-5296 to add your new car to your existing SiriusXM subscription. They require your Radio ID for this process. You can get this information after logging in to your SiriusXM account.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">Can I log in Through Two Devices From a Single SiriusXM Subscription Simultaneously?<\/h3><div class=\"rank-math-answer\">You cannot simultaneously use two devices from a single SiriusXM subscription. Contact customer support to set up a new subscription and check if you can get a discount for multi-radio.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>Check out these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/15-best-gifts-for-tesla-owners-to-buy-2022\/\"><strong>20 great gift ideas for yourself or a Tesla fanboy<\/strong><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/contact\/\">Contact Us<\/a> if you have any questions or queries.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3UtBjw8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tesla-Gift-Box-Ideas.jpg\" alt=\"Tesla-Gift-Box-Ideas\" class=\"wp-image-10509\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tesla-Gift-Box-Ideas.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tesla-Gift-Box-Ideas-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.evspeedy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Tesla-Gift-Box-Ideas-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In 2021, Tesla delivered over 900,000 electric vehicles worldwide to their customers. 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