The latest update on the upcoming Tesla Model 3 suggested that the electric car will feature an optional solar roof along with a new steering vehicle specially designed to be compatible with the company's new car.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk tweeted on his official account that customers will be provided with an option to upgrade their vehicle with solar panels implanted in the roof. Auto Blog reported that the solar roof panels in the Model 3 are expected to be quite expensive as compared to other utilities provided by the company in the electric car.

Earlier, Musk commented that the upcoming Tesla Model 3 will feature a new type of glass in order to incorporate the latest technology designed for the car. He also stated that the highly-anticipated EV might sport a deployable solar shield like a retractable hard top.

Meanwhile, Electrek reported that the Tesla Model 3 will be launched with a new steering wheel, which is touted to be space-ship like as per the CEO of the company. According to the reports, the prototype of the steering wheel was disclosed during a family and friend event at a soccer stadium in San Jose.

According to reports, the new steering wheel will consist of controls on each side. It is also stated that the slightly updated steering design is less bulky and sleeker as compared to the previous installments.

Furthermore, few reports suggested that highly-anticipated Tesla Model 3 might also feature newly designed door handles and front fascia. Rumors hinted that the door handles will sport a curved shape, which the car users will have to press in order to expose the pulling side of the handle.

However, reports about the new design and features of the Tesla Model 3 are gathered from the prototypes launched by the company and are expected to be modified in the near future. Stay tuned here for more updates.