Homebridge

Features

Available HomeKit accessories and controls for Tesla vehicles and energy products

Vehicle Accessories

The following HomeKit accessories are available for Tesla vehicles:

AccessoryTypeDescription
BatteryBattery ServiceShows battery level and charging status
LockLock MechanismLock and unlock the vehicle doors
ClimateThermostatControl the vehicle's climate system
Charge PortLock MechanismOpen and close the charge port door
Charge SwitchSwitchStart and stop charging
Charge LimitLightbulb (brightness)Adjust the charge limit percentage (0-100%)
DefrostSwitchEnable or disable defrost mode
DoorsContact SensorsMonitor door open/closed state
Sentry ModeSwitchEnable or disable sentry mode
WakeSwitchWake the vehicle from sleep

Charge Limit Control

The charge limit is exposed as a lightbulb accessory where the brightness level corresponds to the charge limit percentage. This allows you to use HomeKit automations to adjust the charge limit based on time of day or other triggers.

Energy Site Accessories

The following HomeKit accessories are available for Powerwall and solar installations:

AccessoryTypeDescription
BatteryBattery ServiceShows Powerwall charge level
Backup ReserveLightbulb (brightness)Adjust the backup reserve percentage
Storm WatchSwitchEnable or disable storm watch mode
Operation ModeSwitchCycle through operation modes
Grid ChargingSwitchAllow or disallow charging from the grid

Operation Modes

The operation mode accessory cycles through the following modes when toggled:

  • Self Consumption
  • Backup
  • Autonomous (Time-Based Control)

Siri Commands

With HomeKit integration, you can use Siri voice commands:

  • "Hey Siri, lock my Tesla"
  • "Hey Siri, is my Tesla charging?"
  • "Hey Siri, set my Tesla charge limit to 80%"
  • "Hey Siri, turn on Tesla climate"
  • "Hey Siri, what's my Powerwall battery level?"

Real-Time Updates

The plugin uses Teslemetry's streaming API to receive real-time updates from your vehicles. This means status changes appear in HomeKit almost instantly without polling delays.