Before you start
In order to connect your Tesla you will need:
an active Tesla account
the Tesla app installed on your phone
ensure the software is up to date in your vehicle.
be the owner of the vehicle
or have physical access to the vehicle using a Tesla keycard.
Steps to take
Before proceeding, ensure there are no pending updates for your vehicle and that it is fully up to date.
Adding your vehicle to the EEVEE app
Install the Virtual Key and give EEVEE access to your vehicle data.
Check out this useful video to help you with all steps:
Step 1 | Add your vehicle in the EEVEE-app
Open the EEVEE app
Go to the Settings
Tap on your vehicle
Tap on the button "Add car" (no worries, no data will be lost)
Select Tesla
Enter your Tesla credentials
Select all requested permissions (vehicle data and location)
Confetti should be shown when these are correct
Step 2 | Install the Virtual Key
Look for an email (from CarConnect)
The title is "Action required: complete your Tesla connection"Click on the link or open it here
On mobile? Tap "Finish setup" and open the Tesla app
On desktop? Scan the QR code to open the app
Approve third party access to your vehicle
Attention: If you are not the owner of the vehicle, you will need to perform these steps when inside the vehicle and confirm the access via your Tesla Keycard. Check out the video for more info.
Does this mean EEVEE can now control my vehicle?
No! We only request permission for your vehicle's information and location. We do not have any access to the vehicle itself.
You can check yourself by going to
Security
Third party apps
EEVEE Manage
Removing your Tesla
Keep in mind if you ever sell or transfer car car you should also remove your Tesla from your Tesla-account. You can find the steps to do this on the Tesla-website.
Still having issues? Talk to us via the chat-functionality in our app!