# Vehicular Social Messenger Apps Android Auto Now Supports Facebook Chats for Drivers By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-11-17 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/message-app References: [thenextweb](http://thenextweb.com/apps/2016/11/16/facebook-messenger-now-works-with-android-auto/) Using a message app while driving is highly dangerous, but the new Android Auto support for [Facebook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whatsapp-4) Messenger enables drivers to safely interact with friends without the need to hold their phone. Incoming messages that are received via Facebook Messenger can now be read over the sound system to provide drivers with up-to-date connectivity that doesn't stop just because they're behind the wheel. Users are able to quickly reply with canned responses or dictate a response that is personalized to the message itself. The message app update and capability enables drivers to maintain connectivity without losing sight of the road, which still remains of paramount importance to ensuring safe driving habits. With [autonomous driving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rivian-universal-handsfree) on the brink of adoption, we'll likely continue to see similar integrations that expand the capabilities for drivers in different ways. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Driver-friendly Social Messenger Apps:** Creating driver-friendly social messenger apps that allow drivers to connect with friends and family without compromising safety presents opportunities for disruptive innovation. - **Personalized Messaging Apps:** Developing personalized messaging apps for drivers that can recognize specific verbal responses presents opportunities for further disrupting the existing market. - **Connectivity and Safe Driving:** The trend of connecting drivers with the world around them while maintaining safe driving habits is expected to grow, creating opportunities for disruptive innovation in related industries. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can benefit from creating new, driver-friendly technology that provides safe connectivity and better driving experiences. - **Mobile App Development:** Mobile app developers can further disrupt the messaging app market by creating personalized apps that enable drivers to recognize specific verbal responses. - **Auto Insurance:** Auto insurance companies can benefit from this trend by offering policy discounts for drivers who use safe-connection technology while driving, reducing accidents and associated claims. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Driving App Enhancements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waze-voice-feature-update.md) - [Advanced Automotive Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waze-1.md) - [Driving Interface Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-dashboard-app.md) - [Mobile Messenger Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-messages.md) - [Interconnected Messaging Ecosystems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interconnected-messaging-ecosystem.md) - [In-Car AI Chatbots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volvo-and-google.md) - [Wireless Smartphone Car Adapters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-android-auto-device.md) - [AI Chatbot-Connected Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/integrating-chatgpt.md) - [AI-Powered Map Reporting Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waze-conversational-reporting.md)