[Tidal Tesla] How to Use Tidal in Tesla Model 3/Y

Part 1. Overview of Tidal Tesla Integration

❓ What Is Tidal Tesla

In November 2021, Tesla introduced the Tidal app for its in-car entertainment system, allowing users to stream Tidal music seamlessly in select Tesla models with a paid subscription. After logging in with your Tidal account on Tesla's main menu, you can access Tidal content with minimal effort. This certainly enhances your Tesla driving experience with high-quality sound.

⭐ FYI: Tidal Tesla Integration

This is great news for audiophiles because previously Tesla owners could only access Spotify streaming. So, what are the differences between Tesla Spotify vs Tidal? While the two platforms offer roughly the same selections of artists, Tidal is superior in terms of sound quality. It offers 1411kbps bit rate for FLAC audio to 9216kbps for HiRes FLAC audio. However, Spotify only provides 320kbps.

⭐ FYI: Reddit: Tidal vs Spotify quality with official Tesla factory sound system.

View also: How to Play Spotify on Tesla

💡 Tips: If you don't wanna pay for a Tidal plan to play music all the time, take AudFree Tidal Music Converter into consideration.

✨ Advantages of Using Tidal on Tesla

With Tesla Tidal integration, you can enjoy some features as below:

✅ High-Quality Audio Experience: Tidal is known for its high-fidelity sound quality. It focuses on its HiRes FLAC and Dolby Atmos features now. The Tidal Tesla integration ensures an exceptional listening experience through Tesla's advanced audio system.

See also: Tidal Dolby Atmos: All You Want to Know

✅ Seamless Integration with In-Car Audio System: Tidal is seamlessly integrated with Tesla's in-car audio system, allowing for easy control and optimal sound performance.

See also: How to Play Tidal in Car

✅ Ease of Use with Touchscreen and Voice Control: It is convenient and safe to control music using Tesla's large touchscreen display or voice commands while driving. You can also scan the QR code on Tesla's screen to log in to your Tidal account.

✅ Smooth Music Playback Experience: The combination of Tidal's high-quality streaming and Tesla's robust connectivity ensures smooth, uninterrupted music playback.

✅ Offline Playback: You can download Tidal songs, playlists, or albums to your Tesla's internal storage. In this case, you can listen to Tidal music offline.

✨ Detailed Tesla Models Compatibility

Tesla vehicles that support Tidal integration include the Tesla Model 3, Model S, Model X, and Model Y. With advanced infotainment systems, these vehicles support high-fidelity streaming through Tidal. It provides enhanced sound quality, especially when paired with Tesla's premium sound systems. However, features may vary by model, so it's important to check for the latest software updates for your specific model to ensure compatibility.

⭐ FYR: Tesla Owner's Manual

Part 2. How to Use Tidal in Tesla with Tidal Plans

If you are already a Tidal subscriber, in this section, we will show you how to use Tidal on Tesla with Tidal subscriptions. Yet, if you are a new Tidal user, please get a Tidal free trial first. It offers a free chance for you to experience Tidal premium features.

To use Tidal Tesla, please make sure that you have the following preparations:

👉 1. A valid Tidal subscription: You need to use your active Tidal subscription account to access Tidal app on Tesla.

👉 2. A Compatible Tesla Model: Make sure that you have the compatible Tesla model to use Tidal.

👉 3. Internet connection: Ensure that your Tesla is connected to WiFi or have Premium Connectivity to play Tidal music as well as download Tidal music for offline playback.

👉 4. Latest Tesla Tidal App: Please ensure that your Tesla is with 2021.40 software update or latest version to use with Tidal app.

2.1 How to Login to Tidal on Tesla

Step 1. Connect your Tesla to a WiFi network. Please tap 'Controls' > 'WiFi' icon to pick up and connect to an available WiFi network. If your Tesla is areadly connected with WiFi, you can skip this step.

Step 2. Make sure your Tesla's software is updated to the latest version to access the newest features and apps of Tidal. Otherwise, please tap 'Software' > 'Software Update' to update your Tesla software.

Step 3. Now, click on the 'car' icon at the bottom of your Tesla touchscreen display. Then navigate to the 'Media' section, tap the built-in 'Tidal' app and then you will get a QR code.

Step 4. Scan the QR code with your phone and log in to your Tidal premium account.

Step 5. After signing in with the account, you can access Tidal's Web Player interface.

2.2 How to Play and Download Tidal Music on Tesla

Step 1. Open the Tidal Tesla app on your Tesla's touchscreen.

Step 2. You can now browse the Tidal songs you like and start listening.

Step 3. To download a playlist/album, go to 'My Collection' and then find the music you want to download.

Step 4. Tap on the 'Download (down arrow)' icon of the collection to download HiFi music from Tidal.

Step 5. At last, click on the 'Downloaded' button to find and play Tidal songs offline on Tesla.

Some users from Tesla's community have said that they are only allowed to download a very limited number of Tidal tracks on their cars. This is because the Tesla Tidal download storage is limited. The downloaded Tidal files will be saved on the car's internal storage (MCU Media Control Unit), not on a USB hard drive or external device. Once your Tesla's storage is full, the download process will be suspended. Some users have also shared their experience with the Tidal Tesla quality, so you can take a look.

⭐ FYR: Tesla Motors Club: Tidal app download in car - what quality?

View also: How to Fix Tidal Download Paused

🧐 Tips: How to Shuffle Tidal on Tesla

Many users have reported that they cannot shuffle Tidal music on Tesla. Now, Tesla has launched the shuffle feature. Just update your app and follow the steps below to shuffle Tidal in Tesla.

Step 1. Open the Tidal Tesla app and browse the playlist or album you want to listen to.

Step 2. Once you have the playlist or album open, look for the 'Shuffle' icon (two crisscrossing arrows).

Step 3. Tap on the 'Play' button to start playing your music and hit the 'Shuffle' icon to enable shuffle mode.

View also: How to Turn Off Shuffle on Tidal

Part 3. How to Get Tidal on Tesla Offline - All Tidal Users

Apart from using the Tidal for Tesla app, you can also play Tidal music on Tesla via a USB flash drive. In this way, you don't always need a Tidal HiFi or HiFi Plus subscription as well as network connection because you can get local Tidal music downloads. Besides, you can play Tidal music on any Tesla model and other vehicles easily. To do it, just draw support from AudFree Tidal Music Converter.

It is a fabulous Tidal music downloader and converter that allows you to download Tidal music as editable local files. With a user-friendly interface, everyone can operate it easily. This AudFree software supports converting Tidal music to formats like MP3, Lossless, FLAC, M4B, etc. It also offers many practical settings such as keeping the lossless sound quality. Moreover, the software works at up to 37X high speed to make the conversion process fast and efficient.

With the help of the AudFree Tidal Music Converter, you don't need to use the Tesla Tidal app on your car. You can directly transfer local Tidal music to a USB flash drive. Then insert the USB drive into the car and play Tidal on Tesla Model 3, Model Y or other models for free.

3.1 How to Convert and Download Tidal Music Offline for Tesla

Please download and install the AudFree Tidal Music Converter on your computer. Then follow the guide below to download Tidal music to Tesla-supported local files.

Step 1Set output profile for Tidal music on Tesla

Open the AudFree Tidal Music Converter, then select the 'Preferences' option after hitting the 'Menu' option on the screen. By selecting the 'Conversion' option, you can customize the output profiles for your Tesla. You can reset output audio formats like MP3, FLAC, etc. Also, you can change output bit rate, sample rate, etc. for Tidal music. Next, hit 'OK' to save the setting.

Tesla-supported input format	MP3, FLAC, AAC, WAV, M4A and OGG
AudFree Tidable-supported output format	Lossless, MP3, FLAC, AIFF, WAV, M4A and M4B

See also: How to Convert Tidal Music to FLAC

Step 2Add Tidal music to AudFree Tidable

After setting the output profile, you'll need to look for Tidal songs you'd like to download and play in your Tesla car. You can directly find them on the web player and hit on the '+🎵' logo. Or you can copy and paste the link of the music into AudFree's link bar and then tap on 'Enter' > '+'. Later, click on the 'Add to list' button to load files to AudFree tool for converting.

Step 3Download and convert music from Tidal for Tesla locally

After adding the preferred songs to the conversion list, you'll need to hit the 'Convert' button on the 'Converting' list to download the selected Tidal music. Later, you can navigate to 'Converted > Open Folder' to access the local Tidal songs you've downloaded. At last, put them on a USB flash drive and they can be played on Tesla with ease.

✨ Note: You can add more songs to download during the conversion process using the same method.

Video GuideHow to download Tidal music for listening on Tesla

See how to use the AudFree Tidal Music Downloader to get local Tidal music downloads for putting on Tesla in the video.

3.2 How to Play Tidal on Tesla Offline via USB Flash Drives

In this section, you will learn how to add Tidal to Tesla for playing offline step by step.

Step 1. Now, insert a USB flash drive into your PC. Then launch the 'Device with removable storage' option and click it to recognize the device.

Step 2. Later, you can navigate to the folder that contains the converted Tidal music. From there, you can copy and paste your favorite Tidal song to the USB drive. Then pull out the USB stick from your computer once transferred.

Step 3. Next, insert the USB flash drive into the Tesla media player. Touch the folder's name in which you've stored the songs.

Step 4. Now, you can touch any Tidal song and play it on the Tesla media player without Tidal subscriptions.

Part 4. How to Fix Tesla Tidal Not Working

Many users have reported issues with Tesla Tidal not working, primarily related to playback and app functionality. Below, we've outlined the key problems along with their solutions.

📢 Note: Some fixes might solve all problems. You can try them if you think they are useful for your issue.

🎯 Problem 1: Tesla Tidal App Missing/Not Working

Fix 1. Check the Tidal App: Verify if Tidal is experiencing any known issues by checking their official Twitter or Facebook pages. Alternatively, test other music streaming platforms on your Tesla vehicle with the same Wi-Fi connection to check if the issue is with the Tidal app.

Fix 2. Change the Internet Connection: Switch to a different network connection, such as cellular data, to find the app again.

Fix 3. Check Software Updates: Verify that the Tidal app or your Tesla software system is updated to the latest version. New updates may include bug fixes and improvements, which can help resolve issues with the app.

Fix 4. Reset Network Settings: If the Tidal app continues to have issues, you can try resetting the network settings on your Tesla. This can help resolve connectivity issues that may be affecting the Tidal app.

Fix 5. Change Touchscreen Language: Some users found this method can handle the problem. Just tapping 'Display' > 'Touchscreen Language' to change the language. After it applies successfully, please change the language you use back.

Fix 6. Use the AudFree Tidal Music Converter: This tool downloads Tidal music in a Tesla-compatible format. You can add the downloaded Tidal music to Tesla via the USB drive and play it without the Tidal app and Tidal subscriptions.

🎯 Problem 2: Tidal Playback Not Working on Tesla

Fix 1. Check Tidal Subscription: Ensure your Tidal subscription is active and in good standing. Sometimes payment issues can cause playback problems.

Fix 2. Check the Tesla Output Settings: Ensure that the volume is up and your device is not on mute. Verify that the output settings are correctly configured for your Tesla device.

Fix 3. Log Out and Log In Again: Open the Tidal app in your Tesla. Log out of your Tidal account and then log back in.

Fix 4. Clear Cache: Clear the cache of your vehicle's system or Tidal app to free up space.

See also: How to Clear Tidal Cache

🎯 Problem 3: Tesla Tidal Login Not Working

Fix 1. Reset Password: If you're having trouble with your login credentials, try resetting your Tidal password via the Tidal website or app on another device. Then use the new credentials to log in to your Tesla.

Fix 2. Use a Different Login Method: If you originally logged in with Facebook, Google, or Apple ID, try using your email and password instead. Go to the Tidal website or app, set a password for your account if you haven't already, and then use those credentials to log in to your Tesla.

Fix 3. Find Guide from Tesla Support: If all of the above steps don't work, contact Tesla support for further help. There might be a specific issue with your car's software that they can help diagnose and fix.

Part 5. FAQs about Tidal Tesla

Q1: Can I Play Tidal in Tesla without the Internet?

A: Yes. With the official Tidal Tesla integration, you can download the Tidal songs with your paid Tidal account and then play them offline. Or you can use the AudFree Tidal Converter to save Tidal downloads and transfer them to a USB drives. Then insert the USB drive into your Tesla and play them directly.

Q2: Is Tidal Free on Tesla?

A: You can get the Tidal for Tesla app for free. However, to access Tidal content, you need to pay for a subscription. Otherwise, using AudFree Tidal Music Downloader to get Tidal music for free use.

Q3: Are There Other Music Apps on Tesla Excluding Tidal?

A: Currently, Tesla allows you to stream directly from Spotify, Apple Music, TuneIn, etc.

See also: How to Play Apple Music on Tesla

Q4: Can Tesla Play FLAC of Tidal?

A: Yes. Tesla supports Tidal HiRes FLAC audio, but it's limited to downloading over WiFi.

Q5: Tesla Spotify vs Tidal, Which Is Better?

A: Music apps on Tesla have similar functions. The biggest difference may be Spotify and Tidal themselves. If you want to enjoy more high-quality music, Tidal is the better choice.

See also: Tidal vs Spotify: Detailed Comparison

Part 6. In Conclusion

Thanks to the Tidal Tesla integration, you can play music on your Tesla Model 3 or others directly. Although it requires a Tidal subscription, it is more convenient than before. However, if you prefer to enjoy Tidal music offline on Tesla without a subscription, you can use the AudFree Tidal Music Converter in Part 3. Additionally, Part 4 provides solutions to common Tesla Tidal issues. If you have any questions or tips, feel free to leave a comment below!