Tesla (2020) Apr 2026

You can say "Open the glovebox," "Fold mirrors," or "Increase screen brightness" to avoid digging through menus while driving. How to Set Up Messaging (2020 Models)

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

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 You can say "Open the glovebox," "Fold mirrors,"

You can dismiss an incoming message by double-pressing the right scroll wheel on the steering wheel, rather than swiping the screen. To reply, press the right scroll wheel once,

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 same sender are combined into a single conversation thread.

To ensure your Tesla (like a 2020 Model 3 or Model Y) can handle texts, you must enable specific settings on both the car and your phone: