Tesla has introduced a new feature called Emergency Drive Away in the United States, allowing drivers to start and leave a Supercharger without exiting the car to unplug the charging cable. This function, included in software update 2026.38.3, enables Tesla vehicles to shift into drive mode while still connected to a Supercharger. Previously, the car would remain locked in park mode as long as the charging connector was still attached. When using the Emergency Drive Away function, the system displays a message on the central touchscreen offering to activate the emergency departure. The driver must hold the brake pedal and confirm the command before leaving. Tesla warns that using this feature will likely cause damage to both the vehicle and the Supercharger, and that intentional misuse could lead to penalties. The company stresses that the function is not meant for regular use and should only be used in cases of immediate danger. The feature was introduced two months after a shooting on August 1st in Twin Falls, Idaho, where three people were killed and several others injured. The incident took place at a Supercharger location and brought renewed attention to the safety of electric vehicles while they are charging. Some Tesla owners had previously requested a way to leave quickly without exiting the vehicle. Currently, the Emergency Drive Away function is available only at Superchargers in the United States and works with vehicles that have the software version 2026.38.3 installed. It is not available for older Model S and Model X vehicles produced before 2021. Tesla has not yet announced plans to bring the feature to Europe, but it may be made available there in the future.