I wonder if it is easier to software hack the ambient lights or to hardware hack them. I think if it could be done in software, it would be a cleaner and more seamless hack because algorithms would control them to turn on at the desired times. Maybe George Hotz could work on this now that comma ai is going open-source.
You would think Tesla would allow customers to upgrade packages after purchase. Say for example at the yearly maintenance check-up, the tech comes to you and says, would you want 90% of the PUP features for $4000-$5000? If yes, he then installs the Hepa filter and turns on all software flags to give you BioWeapons Defense mode, ambient lighting, self-presenting driver's door, LED turning lights, Fog Lights, phone dock, etc.
It could be another revenue stream for Tesla. Just saying...