Tesla's Grok AI Now Manages 116 Vehicle Functions on Compatible Hardware

Tesla has significantly expanded the role of its Grok AI assistant inside its vehicles, with the chatbot now reportedly able to control 116 separate car functions. The development, first reported by Startup Fortune, marks one of the most extensive integrations yet of xAI's Grok system into Tesla's in-car software experience.

A Deeper Level of Integration

According to the report, Grok's expanded capabilities allow it to manage a wide range of vehicle functions directly, moving beyond simple conversational responses toward more direct control over car systems. The scale of the integration — spanning 116 distinct functions — suggests Tesla is positioning Grok as a central interface for interacting with and operating various in-cabin and vehicle features.

Hardware Dependency Limits Availability

However, the report notes an important caveat: this level of Grok functionality is only available on vehicles equipped with the correct onboard chip. This hardware requirement means that not all Tesla vehicles currently on the road will be able to access the full suite of 116 AI-controlled functions, creating a divide between newer and older hardware configurations within Tesla's fleet.

The chip-dependent rollout underscores a recurring theme in Tesla's software strategy, where advanced AI-driven features are often gated behind specific onboard computing hardware. As Tesla continues to integrate Grok more deeply into its vehicles, the compatibility requirement could become a factor for owners evaluating which car functions their specific vehicle can support.

Startup Fortune's report did not detail which specific functions are included among the 116, nor did it specify further technical details about the chip requirement. Tesla has not issued additional public commentary on the matter beyond what was covered in the original report.

Source: Startup Fortune