On: Tesla is launching their developer APIs

[t3rabytes]

?? You have to grant an app access to your car via the API with your own Tesla.com oauth creds.

[ireallywantthat → t3rabytes]

Will it work without Tesla.com account? Or no internet access at all? I just want to drive the Tesla car without internet without any smart features. Is that possible?

[Rygian → ireallywantthat]

Like any other car, if you have the physical key* you can open it and drive it.

You do need an account with Tesla to buy a new one though.

*and PIN if applicable

[Corrado → ireallywantthat]

Yes, you can drive the car without a Tesla.com account. You miss out on important features such as software updates, remote monitoring/alerting, and the ability to SuperCharge. However you can charge at home or at other Level 2 chargers. And once the NACS plug becomes more widespread you should be able to DC fast charge at non-SuperCharger locations.