Tesla (2020) May 2026

Instead of scattered notifications, all messages from the same sender are combined into a single conversation thread.

The introduced a much-needed "thread-like" conversation view for text messages. Tesla (2020)

In 2020, Tesla significantly improved its "helpful text" features by overhauling its in-car text messaging interface and expanding voice command capabilities. These updates were designed to help drivers stay focused on the road while staying connected. Instead of scattered notifications, all messages from the

You can dismiss an incoming message by double-pressing the right scroll wheel on the steering wheel, rather than swiping the screen. Instead of scattered notifications

The car can dictate incoming messages to you. To reply, press the right scroll wheel once, dictate your response, and press it again to send. Voice Command Expansion