Grok, the new AI assistant from Elon Musk's xAI lab, is coming to Tesla vehicles and promises to make driving not only smarter, but also a lot more fun. Forget boring voice commands - now you'll have your own JARVIS with a sense of humor in your car. So Grok xAI is coming to Tesla vehicles.
Grok xAI is coming to Tesla vehicles. But first, let's look back. If you wanted to have a car as a child, KITT from "Knight Rider", now is your time. Elon Musk, who apparently wasn't content with just rockets, brain chips, and steering wheelless cars, has now introduced the world to Grok - an artificial intelligence that brings that true space-age combination of sarcasm, wit, and (probably) superhuman patience to Tesla. You know, for those moments when you forget where you parked.
KITT 2000 would be proud. Or jealous.
Let's remember the legendary KITT from the 80s – the car of the future, which was everything every teenager (and every adult, if we're being honest) wanted at the time. KITT could:
- Driving himself to Michael Knight when he called.
- Making jokes, commenting on traffic, and being surprisingly cynical.
- Having your own character, personality, and even ego.
- Being a loyal digital companion before anyone even heard of the word "smartphone".
And you know what? 2025 is finally the year when we are realistically close to what the creators intended. Knight Rider conceived over 30 years ago. It takes a lot for a human to invent an AI that can drive, talk, crack jokes, and at the same time stay on the road. But hey – that's exactly what humanity has done. It just… it took us three decades.
Today, Teslas can already:
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- Drive automatically: With function Full Self-Driving Beta Tesla can drive itself, change lanes, stop at traffic lights, and turn at the right exit – without touching the steering wheel.
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- You call her via the app: Function Smart Summon allows the car to drive itself to you in the parking lot – just like KITT always drove to find Michael.
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- To talk to you: And with Grok, it's going to be even more fun. It's no longer just about “The journey begins.”, but for “Should we go find the best burger in town or challenge the Toyotas to a race?”
- To have a personality: Grok isn't just an assistant - he's your sarcastic companion. And while he can't judge your romantic decisions yet, he can at least advise you on where to get great ramen.
If KITT and Grok sat down for coffee, they'd probably be arguing about who had the better voice and more features. But one thing's for sure: the TV series dream is now very close to reality. Except instead of turbo boost, we have Tesla Turbo Chill ModeAnd that's - hand on heart - quite enough while we wait for teleportation.
Grok: When AI gets a personality (and maybe even an ego)
Grok isn't just another Alexa with a driver's license. It's a language model that's been trained with a little more salt in its head—and a lot more pop culture. It draws inspiration from The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy and Iron Man's JARVIS. That means instead of the dry "Navigation is starting," you'll hear something like:
“Okay, buddy. Let’s go get that coffee you deserve. And your car too.”
Yes, Grok can be funny. Sometimes even more so than your passengers. Grok xAI is coming to Tesla vehicles and it brings exactly that.
What does Grok actually bring to Tesla vehicles?
As of March 2025, the first Teslas have already started receiving updates that include Grok. Here are some features that will (probably) impress even your mother-in-law:
- Humorous navigation: Forget boring commands. Grok will add a pinch of spice to even the most routine trip to the store.
- Custom entertainment: Long drive? Grok can tell a joke, a story, or ask you if you want to plan an invasion of Mars. (Seriously.)
- Smart suggestions: If Grok senses you're tired, it'll encourage you to stop – and find the nearest place to rest. In style. Or it'll soon take over the driving.
Technical details (but briefly, we promise)
Grok runs in the cloud (of course), which means it can also integrate with older Teslas. No more rolling your eyes because you don't have the latest model. The update comes via OTA (over-the-air), which means you might be surprised by a message on your screen one morning: “Hello, I'm Grok. Your new AI. How can I break your boredom?”
Connectivity with other Tesla systems is in development, which means Grok could soon be able to communicate with your smart home. Grok as a digital butler? Why not.
Why Grok is better than KITT (and probably your best friend too)
KITT was cutting edge for the 80s. But Grok? This thing has personality, meme references, and probably better taste in music than half your Spotify playlist. Its humor is based on a philosophy best summed up by Musk himself: “AI should be useful, but also fun.” And Grok delivers.
A future that smells of irony and electricity
Tesla and xAI with Grok prove that technology doesn't have to be cold, impersonal, and sterile. It can be witty, human—and, most of all, fun. In a world where cars drive themselves, Grok helps us not fall asleep from boredom. Or worse—listen to a radio commercial for fertilizer.
CONCLUSION: Grok + Tesla = New Definition of Driving
Buckle up – not just for safety, but because you Grok takes you on a whole new ride. Both technologically and emotionally. Whether it's the way to work or a road trip across Europe - Grok will be your new companion, therapist, and comedian all in one.
If your car doesn't have Grok yet, don't worry - it's coming. And when you do, you'll understand why your rides will be a lot less quiet from now on.
Tesla meets stand-up comedy. And it's no joke.
