If you haven't had the chance to get behind the wheel of the all-new Tesla Model X, join the club. But, one of the most impactful, and frankly, cool things about the Model X isn't just the MASSIVE infotainment screen in the center stack.
It's the amazing, one-piece glass windshield that extends all the way into the Model X's roofline. We haven't seen anything like it in a production automobile.
Not only does it give the occupants an airy feeling in the cabin, it's a great source of light and provides plenty of visibility, even if you're just admiring skyscrapers. You see, though, there's just one problem with this approach.
Model X buyers that have picked up their rides, and live in places where the sun is more of a nuisance than soaked up, have complained that the treatment to the upper portion of the roof isn't strong enough. The light has become bothersome. While it looks like Tesla ships the product with a tint on the roof apparently it's not doing the job.
So, Tesla will be mailing Model X buyers sunshades that can be installed, free of charge. The electric vehicle manufacturer sent out a note to owners to let them know what will be coming in the mail and provided instructions on how to install the shades.
Tesla's email to owners reads as follows:
Front Upper Windshield Sunshade
“To further enhance your Model X, we plan to send a Front Upper Windshield Sunshade to you directly, free of charge. The Model X sunshade can block two thirds of light and heat coming through the front upper windshield and its lightweight and flexible construction allows for easy storage and installation within seconds. To ensure we have the most up to date information, please log in to your MyTesla account and confirm your mailing address. For instructions on how to install your sunshade, click here.”
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