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Both Coyote teams claim second at Summit Track & Field meet
ST. PAUL, MN (Dakota News Now) – The top of the Summit League Track and Field Championship standings were a mirror image on both the men’s and women’s side with North Dakota State, South Dakota and South Dakota State going first through third place in 2024.
MEN’S TEAM STANDINGS
1. NDSU (190)
2. USD (175)
3. SDSU (158)
4. St. Thomas (112)
5. UMKC (66)
6. UND (60)
7. Oral Roberts (49)
WOMEN’S TEAM STANDINGS
1. NDSU (238)
2. USD (197)
3. SDSU (131.5)
4. UND (109.5)
5. St. Thomas (71)
6. UMKC (38)
7. Omaha (23)
8. Oral Roberts (11)
Click on the video viewer for highlights from the final day of competition! Recaps from USD and SDSU courtesy their media relations departments are below.
CORRECTION-In the highlights we state that Erin Kinney won the 200 meter dash. It was in fact Sara Reifenrath who edges her 23.30 seconds to 23.78 seconds
USD RECAP
South Dakota broke three more Summit League Championship meet records Saturday at O’Shaughnessy Stadium. Redshirt-junior Sara Reifenrath captured the women’s Track Championship MVP and fifth-year senior Meredith Clark took home the women’s Field Championship MVP from the meet.
Reifenrath, the Track Championship MVP, returns to Vermillion with four gold medals from the weekend and 25 points scored. She clocked a Summit League Championship meet record and a South Dakota program record of 52.81 seconds to take gold in the 400 meters, holding off indoor champion Nell Graham of NDSU down the home stretch. Reifenrath also took gold in the open 200 meters in 23.30 seconds, just one-tenth of a second off her own meet record from 2022. She’s captured three career titles in both the 200 meters and 400 meters. She also anchored the Coyotes’ victorious 4×100-meter and 4×400-meter relays.
Clark garnered the Field Championship MVP award for the second-straight year. She totaled 22 points with a pair of gold medals in the throwing events. After winning the shot put title yesterday, Clark returned to win the discus throw today. Her best mark of 161-2 (49.13m) came on her final throw of the competition. A Coyote has won the discus two years in a row.
In her final conference meet, senior Jacy Pulse took a victory lap in the 400-meter hurdles by breaking her own Summit meet record from yesterday’s preliminary with a clocking of 57.70 seconds. She’s won the event for three-straight years. Pulse also ran on the Coyotes’ championship 4×100-meter and 4×400-meter relays.
The women’s 4×100-meter relay of senior Erin Kinney, Pulse, junior Averi Schmeichel and Reifenrath opened up the running events Saturday by setting a new Summit League Championship meet record of 44.54 seconds. USD held the previous record of 44.99 seconds from 2022. The Coyotes have won three-straight league titles in the 4×100 relay and four overall.
Kinney successfully defended her title in the open 100 meters with a time of 11.38 seconds. She was just .04 shy of yesterday’s Summit League Championships meet record set in the preliminaries. Kinney was also runner-up to Reifenrath in the 200 meters, clocking 23.78 seconds.
The quartet of Schmeichel, Pulse, fifth-year senior Madison Jochum, and Reifenrath captured South Dakota’s fourth-straight championship title in the women’s 4×400-meter relay with a clocking of 3:40.68. The time was just off last year’s championship meet record of 3:40.25.
Sophomore Mikael Grace captured his first Summit League Championship title, taking the 110-meter hurdles in a personal record time of 13.90 seconds. His time ranks fifth in USD program history. He also finished seventh in the 400-meter hurdles with a clocking of 55.61 seconds.
Freshman Jaden Guthmiller, who entered the Summit meet with the 14th-best seed time in the men’s 100 meters, heads home a Summit League champion in the event. He took the tape in a personal best 10.31 seconds. The time ranks third in USD program history. Guthmiller also clocked a personal record 21.45 seconds in the 200 meters, finishing fourth in the event.
Fifth-year senior Marshall Faurot successfully defended his Summit League title in the men’s pole vault and the Coyotes swept the top-four spots. USD swept the podium in both pole vault competitions. Faurot was the lone athlete to clear 17-3 ¾ (5.28m) to win. Redshirt-junior Tre Young finished runner-up with a clearance of 17-0 (5.18m) and junior Spencer Buley rounded out the podium with a clearance at the same height. Buley’s make of 17-0 (5.18m) was a season best. Senior Eerik Haamer took fourth in the field, also clearing 17-0 (5.18m).
South Dakota finished with 13 conference champions with Clark (shot put), junior Joe Lynch (high jump) and senior Gen Hirata (pole vault) joining Saturday’s victors.
The Coyotes finished runner-up in both team races to North Dakota State. South Dakota’s men finished with 175 points to North Dakota State’s 190 points. The Coyote women finished with 197 points to the Bison’s 238 points.
Schmeichel, in addition to her gold medals in the 4×100-meter and 4×400-meter relays, made the podium in both hurdle races. She finished runner-up in the 100-meter hurdles in a personal best time of 13.30 seconds. The time is a new South Dakota program record in the event. She also placed third in the 400-meter hurdles with a personal best time of 59.10 seconds, breaking the minute barrier for the first time this weekend. Her time ranks third in USD program history.
Redshirt-sophomore Mason Sindelar had a stellar performance in the men’s 1,500-meter run, finishing runner-up in 3:45.94. The Coyotes were not seeded to score in the event with Sindelar entering the meet with the 11th-best time this spring. He finished strong down the final 200 meters with a five-second personal best. The top three athletes were all under the previous conference meet record.
On the women’s side for the 1,500 meters, fifth-year senior Ella Byers finished runner-up in a season-best time of 4:28.29. She also took seventh in the 800-meter run.
Junior Thomas Nikkel took the silver in the men’s 400 meters with a personal best time of 47.22 seconds. He also finished sixth in the 200 meters. Sophomore Mark Daley was seventh in the 200 meters and eighth in the 400 meters.
The men’s 4×100-meter relay of Guthmiller, Nikkel, fifth-year senior Ardell Inlay and Daley finished runner-up in 40.10 seconds.
Freshman Carsen Staehr added a podium finish in the men’s triple jump, taking second in 48-10 ¼ (14.89m). Junior Jayden Green was sixth and sophomore Bennett Schwenn was seventh.
Junior Anna Robinson took fourth in the 400 meters with a time of 54.73 seconds and fifth in the 200 meters in a personal best 24.26 seconds.
Fifth-year senior Madison Jochum clocked 2:11.92 to finish fourth in the women’s 800 meters.
Junior Lauren Meyer placed fifth in the women’s triple jump with a leap of 39-4 ½ (12.00m).
Junior Wyatt Pruce took sixth and sophomore Quincy Warren was seventh in the men’s discus competition. Sophomore Kinsley Ragland was seventh in the women’s discus with a personal best throw of 137-3 (41.85m).
Select Coyote athletes will advance on to the NCAA West Preliminary meet held May 22-25 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Qualifiers will be announced next week.
Summit League Championships Men’s Point Scorers
1. Mikael Grace, 110m hurdles, 13.90 seconds
1. Jaden Guthmiller, 100m, 10.31 seconds
1. Marshall Faurot, pole vault, 17-3 ¾ (5.28m)
2. Tre Young, pole vault, 17-0 (5.18m)
3. Spencer Buley, pole vault, 17-0 (5.18m)
4. Eerik Haamer, pole vault, 17-0 (5.18m)
1. Joe Lynch, high jump, 6-9 ½ (2.07m)
2. Ethan Heitman, high jump, 6-9 ½ (2.07m)
2. Mason Sindelar, 1,500m, 3:45.94
2. Thomas Nikkel, 400m, 47.22 seconds
8. Mark Daley, 400m, 49.68 seconds
2. Tristan Gray, shot put, 54-9 ¼ (16.69m)
2. Quincy Warren, hammer throw, 183-10 (56.05m)
3. Tristan Gray, hammer throw, 176-1 (53.69m)
4. Wyatt Pruce, hammer throw, 164-7 (50.18m)
2. Bennett Schwenn, long jump, 24-1 (7.34m)
3. Carsen Staehr, long jump, 23-7 ½ (7.20m)
6. Jayden Green, long jump, 23-2 ¾ (7.08m)
2. Carsen Staehr, triple jump, 48-10 ¼ (14.89m)
6. Jayden Green, triple jump, 47-8 ½ (14.54m)
7. Bennett Schwenn, triple jump, 47-7 ¾ (14.52m)
2. Jaden Guthmiller, Thomas Nikkel, Ardell Inlay, Mark Daley, 4x100m relay, 40.10 seconds
4. Jaden Guthmiller, 200m, 21.45 seconds
6. Thomas Nikkel, 200m, 21.96 seconds
7. Mark Daley, 200m, 26.49 seconds
5. Derek Eidsness, decathlon, 6,629 points
6. Townsend Barton, decathlon, 6,618 points
7. Noel Spence, decathlon, 6,441 points
6. Wyatt Pruce, discus, 157-0 (47.86m)
7. Quincy Warren, discus, 155-5 (47.39m)
7. Mikael Grace, 400 hurdles, 55.61 seconds
Summit League Championships Women’s Point Scorers
1. Sara Reifenrath, 400m, 52.81 seconds
4. Anna Robinson, 400m, 54.73 seconds
1. Jacy Pulse, 400m hurdles, 57.70 seconds
3. Averi Schmeichel, 400m hurdles, 59.10 seconds
1. Erin Kinney, 100m, 11.38 seconds
1. Sara Reifenrath, 200m, 23.30 seconds
2. Erin Kinney, 200m, 23.78 seconds
5. Anna Robinson, 200m, 24.26 seconds
1. Meredith Clark, shot put, 52-0 ½ (15.86m)
1. Meredith Clark, discus, 161-2 (49.13m)
7. Kinsley Ragland, discus, 137-3 (41.85m)
1. Gen Hirata, pole vault, 14-1 ¼ (4.30m)
2. Jaidyn Garrett, pole vault, 13-4 ½ (4.08m)
3. Eliza Aitken, pole vault, 12-10 ¾ (3.93m)
7. Kailee Swart, pole vault, 12-10 ¾ (3.93m)
1. Erin Kinney, Jacy Pulse, Averi Schmeichel, Sara Reifenrath, 4x100m relay, 44.54 seconds
1. Averi Schmeichel, Jacy Pulse, Madison Jochum, Sara Reifenrath, 4x400m relay, 3:40.68
2. Averi Schmeichel, 100m hurdles, 13.30 seconds
2. Ella Byers, 1,500m, 4:28.29
2. Kenzie Campbell, hammer throw, 185-2 (56.45m)
6. Delaney Smith, hammer throw, 176-4 (53.76m)
7. Meredith Clark, hammer throw, 175-10 (53.59m)
8. Riley Griffith, hammer throw, 165-7 (50.47m)
2. Danii Anglin, high jump, 5-7 ¾ (1.72m)
3. Maddie Olson, high jump, 5-7 ¾ (1.72m)
5. Matayah YellowMule, high jump, 5-5 ¾ (1.67m)
4. Madison Jochum, 800m, 2:11.92
7. Ella Byers, 800m, 2:17.72
4. Sammy Neil, long jump, 19-3 ¼ (5.87m)
8. Matayah YellowMule, long jump, 18-7 ¼ (5.67m)
5. Lauren Meyer, triple jump, 39-4 ½ (12.00m)
8. Abbie Schmidt, 3,000m steeplechase, 11:08.43
SDSU RECAP
South Dakota State track and field finished third in both the men’s and women’s team standings after medaling in 14 different events on Saturday at the 2024 Summit League Championships.
Three Jackrabbits won the conference titles, starting with James Pierce, who won the 400-meter dash in a personal best of 47.12, now second all-time. Thailan Hallman also took fifth in 47.65 for a new PR and the sixth-fastest time in school history.
Claire Beckman was champion of the 800-meter finals, clocking a PR of 2:10.09 (now eighth all-time), and Grace Waage took bronze in 2:11.22.
Leah Hisken defended her 5k title, winning the gold in a time of 17:25.98. Jessica Lutmer (17:43.75) came seventh and Ashlyn Hillyard (17:52.50) was eighth.
Additional Jackrabbits earning a trip to the podium include Milee Young, who was runner-up in the women’s discus at the championship meet with a throw of 153-05.00.
Brielle Dixon broke her own school record in 13.37 seconds to take third place as Savannah Risseeuw finished fifth with a PR of 13.61, now third in school history.
The women’s 4×100-meter relay team of Dixon, Risseeuw, Maggie Madsen and Jaiden Boomsma ran into second place with a time of 45.90, taking the silver medal with the fourth-fastest time in school history.
Jessica Boekelheide, Emily Rystrom, Madsen and Erika Kuntz teamed up for the bronze medal in in the 4×400-meter relay with a time of 3:44.52, now fourth on the SDSU All-Time List.
Jake Werner took home two medals on the day, as he ran a 10.46 in the 100-meter dash finals for a third place finish and a 21.25 for second place in the 200-meter dash.
Carson Noecker tallied his second silver medal of the championship meet after running a 14:15.41 in the 5k. Josh Becker (14:40.89) was fifth and Will Lohr (14:43.89) came eighth.
Tristen Hanna leaped his way onto the podium for the triple jump with a mark of 48-08.00.
Ethan Fischer was runner-up in the discus, taking silver with a mark of 172-06.00, while Caiden Fredrick was third with a 169-08.00. Ryan Hackbart (153-07.00, PR) also scored for SDSU, taking eighth place.
SDSU then clocked the sixth-fastest men’s 4×100-meter relay time (40.58) in school history enroute to a bronze medal courtesy of Evan Henderson, Werner, Carter Toews and Drew Olson.
The 4×400-meter relay team of Sam Castle, Hallman, Kudra Nzibariza and Pierce clocked the eighth-fastest time in school history (3:12.99) to take silver.
In other results, Carter Johnson finished sixth in the 110-meter hurdle finals with a new PR of 14.47, now ninth on the SDSU All-Time List, as Jeremiah Donahoe ran a 55.54 for sixth in the 400-meter hurdle finals.
Daniel Burkhalter and Brandon Kampsen finished back-to-back in the 800-meter finals, clocking a 1:55.30 for seventh and 1:56.58 for eighth place, respectively. Burkhalter also scored for the Jackrabbits in the 1500-meter run with a fourth-place finish in 3:46.89
Matt Katz and Ryan Karajanis finished back-to-back in the men’s pole vault, taking seventh (15-06.25) and eighth (15-00.25), respectively.
Boomsma ran a time of 11.93 for a fifth place finish in the 100-meter dash finals as Rich-Ann Archer took seventh in 12.08.
In the finals of the 400-meter dash, Kuntz ran a 57.05 for seventh place as Boekelheide took eighth with a PR of 57.46.
Risseeuw crossed the finish line in a time of 1:04.24 for eighth place in the 400-meter hurdle finals while Nicole Greyer clocked a 4:33.77 in the 1500-meter run for a fifth place finish.
The SDSU men finish third in the team standings with 158 points as North Dakota State took first with 190 points and South Dakota was second with 175 points.
On the women’s side, SDSU came third with 131.5 points while North Dakota State won with 238 points and South Dakota came second with 197 points.
UP NEXT: Should SDSU have any qualifiers, the NCAA West Regional Prelims will take place May 22-25 in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
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Richard D. “Rick” Langowski, age 78 of Minto, North Dakota passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at his home in Minto.
Rick was born March 10, 1948 in Grafton, North Dakota, the son of the late Julian and Catherine (Wysocki) Langowski. In 1967, he volunteered for the military bringing him to Germany as a Motor Sargent. After an Honorable Discharge he took a job at the International Airport in Grand Forks, ND. His duties included: refueling planes and jets as well as maintaining the grounds. He had the opportunity to meet the famous singer Mr. James Brown.
Rick was united in marriage to Alice Odegard on June 17, 1982 in Minto, North Dakota. The family made their home in Minto where they raised Jason and Angela. Rick was very proud of his children and loved them more than anything. He told everyone and bragged about the children he raised. He cherished his grandchildren and loved to be present in every aspect of their lives.
His career changed to semi driving where he drove for Cenex Transportation for four years and ten years for Valley Transports. His love for the open road directed him into the used car business. He opened Minto Auto Sales and Services in 1987, proudly operating for 39 years. He had the privilege to meet many people and travel to many places. He enjoyed riding his many Harley Davidson Motorcycles. In 2025, he sold the business to his longtime mechanic and friend, Aaron Anderson. In Rick’s opinion, “Minto Auto is one of the best mechanical shops in the area.”
He was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Minto, ND. He loved hunting with Jason, watching sports, especially the Yankees and Twins. In 2017, Rick was able to enjoy a father/son trip of a lifetime to Alaska. He thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of the trip and thought was the best time of his life.
Rick is survived by his children: Jason Odegard, Reynolds, ND; Angela (Nick) Eppert, Goshen, IN; grandchildren: Ashlyn, Kaia, Annika, Boden and Caelan; sisters: Carol King, Grand Forks, ND; Connie Jones, Argyle, MN; seven nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his very close friend and confidant, Yvette Estep, Grafton, ND. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Robert and Ronald.
Rick’s family would like to extend a very special thank you to Yvette Estep, an employee of Rick’s, affectionately known as “hotrod.” She was there for Rick, along with Aaron for doctor’s appointments, treatments and helped comfort him throughout his battle. Jason and Angela will be forever indebted to her and consider her family.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:30 A.M. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Minto. Visitation will be for one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be at the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Minto, ND. Military Rites will be provided by the Minto American Legion Post and the North Dakota National Guard Honor Guard.
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By Nehal Malik
Tesla is heading to court to challenge one of the final frontiers of the traditional car dealership model. The automaker has officially filed a lawsuit against the state of North Dakota, seeking the right to open its first two showrooms and service centers in Bismarck and Fargo.
For years, North Dakota law has required vehicle manufacturers to sell their products through independent, third-party franchised dealerships. Tesla, which famously avoids the middleman to sell directly to consumers, argues that these decades-old rules are an unnecessary barrier. According to a report by the Minot Daily News, the case is now in the hands of District Judge Bonnie Storbakken.
A Battle Over Definitions
The core of Tesla’s legal argument relies on a specific reading of state law. Currently, North Dakota defines a “manufacturer” as a person who assembles or imports a vehicle and sells it to dealers in the state for resale. Tesla argues that because it sells directly to its customers and does not use third-party dealers at all, it technically doesn’t fall under that legal definition.
“Tesla just wants to be able to sell its vehicles in North Dakota, and not force customers who would wish to purchase a Tesla vehicle to have to drive to Minnesota or another state to do it,” said Ari Holtzblatt, one of Tesla’s attorneys. Currently, the more than 800 Tesla owners in North Dakota have to leave the state just to take delivery of their cars or receive first-party service.
The state’s Assistant Attorney General, Michael Pitcher, isn’t buying it. He argued during a recent hearing that “Tesla can operate in North Dakota the same way that every other manufacturer does. They can appoint dealers, they can enter into franchise agreements, and they can sell through that.” From the state’s perspective, the law isn’t stopping Tesla from doing business; it’s just regulating how the company’s cars get into owners’ hands.
Challenging the Franchise Model
Tesla has a long history of fighting these “protectionist” franchise laws across the U.S. In many cases, Tesla’s legal victories have paved the way for other EV startups like Rivian and Lucid to secure their own direct-sales exceptions. In some of the more restrictive states, Tesla has even found innovative workarounds by partnering with Native American tribes to open stores on sovereign tribal land.
The direct-to-consumer model is vital for Tesla because it allows the company to control the entire customer experience and maintain higher margins by cutting out dealer markups. For the customer, this often translates to a more transparent buying process without the high-pressure sales tactics or hidden fees associated with traditional dealerships.
The Road Ahead for North Dakota
North Dakota has historically lagged behind in EV infrastructure, though the state is slowly catching up with a growing number of Supercharger locations and charging ports along the I-94 corridor. Tesla’s attempt to establish a physical presence in the state is a clear sign that the company sees untapped potential in the region.
If the court rules in Tesla’s favor, it won’t mean instant licenses, but it will give the company the green light to reapply with the Department of Transportation. As the automotive world shifts toward an electric future, these legal battles in North Dakota will likely determine how much choice consumers actually have when it comes to how they buy their next car.
By Nehal Malik
Tesla is gearing up for its first major financial check-in of the year. The company has officially scheduled its Q1 2026 earnings call for after the bell on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Ahead of the event, Tesla has shared its company-compiled earnings consensus for the quarter, which aggregates estimates from 20 top sell-side analysts, including Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, and Wedbush.
According to the data, analysts are expecting average total revenues of approximately $21.4 billion for the quarter. On the profitability side, the consensus for GAAP Earnings Per Share (EPS) sits at $0.16, with an adjusted non-GAAP figure of $0.33. While the company noted it “does not endorse any information, recommendations or conclusions made by the analysts,” these numbers provide a clear benchmark for what Wall Street expects from Elon Musk and his team.
Setting the Stage for Q1 Results
This earnings report follows a quarter in which Tesla’s delivery numbers came in slightly below analyst projections. The company delivered 358,023 vehicles, just missing the initial analyst consensus of 365,645. Even with the slight miss, deliveries grew about 6.3% compared to the first quarter of last year.
To put these new earnings estimates in perspective, we can look back at Q1 2025. In that first quarter of last year, Tesla reported an adjusted EPS of $0.27 and revenue of $19.34 billion. While the Q1 estimates show a healthy gain in earnings that aligns with the year-over-year growth in deliveries, the focus during the call will likely be on margins and future growth rather than just the raw revenue numbers.
A Roadmap Beyond the Model S and X
The Q&A session with executives is expected to be one of the most eventful in years, especially since Model S and Model X production has officially ended. Tesla is currently offering its final Signature Edition units as a tribute to its flagship legacy, leaving a “premium-shaped” hole in the lineup that many investors hope will be filled by a new high-end SUV (CyberSUV, anyone?) or the long-awaited next-gen Roadster.
We also expect significant updates on Tesla’s AI and robotics divisions. Musk recently confirmed that the AI5 chip design is complete, with work already beginning on AI6 and Dojo 3. Additionally, the Cybercab robotaxi is slated to enter mass production this month, and investors will be looking for a firm timeline on the first unsupervised autonomous rides.
What to Watch For
Beyond the balance sheet, the call will likely touch on the Optimus humanoid robot. Tesla is rumored to be close to unveiling a production-ready prototype later this year, and any mention of “Optimus in the factory” will surely move the needle.
As Tesla transitions from a traditional car manufacturer to an AI and robotics powerhouse, this earnings call will serve as a pulse check for that transformation. We’ll be covering the call on April 22 to see if Tesla can beat expectations and provide a clear vision for its hardware-heavy roadmap through 2027.
By Nehal Malik
Tesla’s Spring 2026 Software Update (version 2026.14 and later) is officially here, and while the “flashy” features like the new “Hey Grok” wake word are getting most of the attention, the vehicle’s user interface is also getting a massive glow-up. Tesla has updated the parked vehicle visualizations, bringing improved vehicle models to the center touchscreen.
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The new look was first showcased by Tesla enthusiast @sergiumogan on X, who posted a direct comparison between the old and new interfaces. The difference is immediately apparent, with improved lighting and the car model and the surrounding scene looking significantly more realistic.
First Before & After look at Tesla’s v2026.14.1 Spring Update. Parked vehicle visualisation comparison (white color ).#teslaupdate #tesla pic.twitter.com/qZwyhiPf3i
— Sergiu Mogan (@sergiumogan) April 17, 2026
Higher Fidelity via Unreal Engine
The jump in quality is thanks to Tesla’s integration of Unreal Engine into its software stack. This technology was previously used on the flagship Model S and Model X, but it is now trickling down to the rest of the fleet. The car model itself is higher quality, with improved lighting effects that make reflections on the paint and glass far more noticeable.
The environment around the car has also been completely redesigned. Instead of a simple gray void, the “park scene” now features a professional, studio-like atmosphere. There is a cool fog-like effect over the windscreen, with spotlight-style lighting shining down on the car, creating a sense of depth that was missing in previous versions. This level of polish makes the car feel like a premium piece of tech even when it is just sitting in your garage.
Hardware Requirements and Compatibility
Currently, this high-fidelity visualization is only showing up for the new “Highland” Model 3 (2024+) and the 2025+ Model Y (Juniper). However, there are plenty of reasons for owners of older vehicles to be optimistic. This feature will likely become available for some other models in a future update, such as the Cybertruck, roughly 2022+ Model 3, and 2022+ Model Y, provided they are equipped with the AMD Ryzen-powered MCU 3 infotainment unit.
The processing power required for these lighting effects and high-res textures means that older Intel Atom-based cars (MCU 2) will likely be left out of this specific visual upgrade. While this might not be the most “exciting” functional feature, it proves that Tesla is working on all aspects of the user experience. The company isn’t just pushing its self-driving software to the limits; it is making sure the car looks and feels modern every time you step inside.
It’s not just the parked screen; these improved models are also used on the vehicle visualizations.
A Strong Start to the Spring Update
The Spring 2026 Software Update has delivered on its promises in spades. Between interactive maps for the rear screen and the rebranding of Dog Mode to Pet Mode, not to mention a brand new Self-Driving App that brings subscriptions, tutorials, and usage stats under one umbrella, Tesla is keeping its fleet feeling fresh.
As the Spring Update continues to roll out to more owners globally, we expect to see even more hidden UI tweaks discovered. Tesla has successfully turned its cars into evolving platforms where a simple over-the-air update can make your three-year-old vehicle feel like a brand-new model.
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) – A new streaming series about the late John F. Kennedy Junior, along with a congressional campaign by John F. Kennedy’s grandson, has once again put the Kennedy family back in the headlines. This summer, a former bodyguard of Jackie Kennedy will be in the spotlight. He’s originally from North Dakota and recently passed away.
Clint Hill came from a small town in North Dakota but landed on the world’s stage after he protected First Lady Jackie Kennedy after her husband, the President of the United States, was assassinated.
And now, decades later, members of the Washburn American Legion revere Clint Hill for his heroic service to five Presidents.
“He was involved in that infamous assassination in Dallas, which certainly affected his life, but he came out of it. And his support of God and country never wavered through all of this,” said John Schulz, monument organizer and member of Washburn American Legion Victor B Wallin Post #12.
To honor this North Dakota son, Schulz and others have spent the past year organizing a grand dedication and monument for Hill.
“We’ll have a nice carved-in flag on the left side of the monument,” said Shulz.
The monument will be made of polished granite and weigh 12,000 pounds.
It will be six feet tall and five feet wide, and will include a bronze plaque of the Zapruder photo of Hill covering Jackie Kennedy during the JFK assassination.
Shulz worked alongside Hill’s widow, Lisa McCubbin Hill, to design sections of the monument.
Shulz believes this dedication is long overdue.
“I think it’s important to honor someone who served his country well. He served under five Presidents and did a wonderful job taking care of them,” said Shulz.
There will also be multiple plaques summarizing important points of Hill’s life on the back side of the monument.
The dedication will happen on Aug. 1 at Washburn’s Veterans Memorial Park.
Three to four hundred people will be in attendance, including Hill’s widow, past and present state governors and various Hill relatives.
So far, the legion post has raised $60,000 of its $100,000 goal, but feels it will have no problem reaching that fundraising number.
Copyright 2026 KFYR. All rights reserved.
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