On the right side screen (clock, Nav, now playing), I frequently have to swipe down on the right hand trackpad a few times before it registers my swipe. Do others experience this? Am I missing something obvious or is there just something wrong with my car?

 

There is a touch pad sensitivity setting. Not sure exactly where to find it at the moment, but it shouldn't be too hard to find. I wonder if this is the issue? Maybe you can increase the sensitivity?

 

I find the side screen to be a bit finicky too. The other option is to hit the button above it and pick your choice instead of sliding between them.

 

That is my go-to. Otherwise like OP said, it doesn't always register the first swipe.