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Spotify’s First Native In-Car App Is Hitting Audi EVs First

Built without Google’s design restrictions, the new app will go live on the Audi A6 e-tron and Q6 e-tron around the world.

Oct 22 -

GM's OnStar AI Assistant Debuts In The 2027 Cadillac Lyriq

The digital assistant can control various vehicle functions and answer specific questions through voice commands.

Oct 21 -

Google Maps Is Getting Gemini AI In CarPlay

Drivers using iPhones will be able to ask natural-sounding questions, and Gemini will reply with relevant information.

Oct 21 -

Rivian EVs Are Becoming Ghostbusters This Halloween

All Rivian EVs are in for a surprise software update. A special R1 and Bill Murray are also part of the story.

Oct 9 -

GM's New UI For Trucks Plays Nice With CarPlay

Darker blacks, higher contrast, and a streamlined interface should make this infotainment system even better to use.

Sep 15 -

BMW Is Giving Its Navigation System A Tesla-Style Makeover

The new BMW iX3 is the first to get the updated system, which integrates the navigation and driver assistance info into a single view.

Sep 15 -

Rivian EVs Are Getting A Software Update That Makes It Easier To Dodge The Cops

It’s part of a big upgrade that’s coming to all Rivian passenger EVs, even the first-gen R1. Just don’t expect CarPlay.

Aug 24 -

Volvo Wants To Make You A Safer Driver—And Lower Your Insurance Bill

An optional app will provide a safety score based on the driver’s behavior, and higher scores could lead to lower insurance rates.

Aug 13 -

Ford’s New AI Assistant Can Read Your Car’s Manual And Diagnostics

Owners can ask the chatbot questions about certain features or how to fix issues.

Aug 10 -

Waze Is Supercharging Destination Search With Gemini AI

The popular social GPS navigation app is getting a few new AI-enabled features, plus a motorcycle mode.

Jul 13 -

The Fisker Ocean May Finally Get Hands-Free Driving Even Though The Company Is Dead

Fisker never delivered its hands-free driving system before going bankrupt. Now, an open-source solution may make it happen.

Jul 13 -

Volvo Is Bringing Native Apple Music To Over Two Million Cars

To entice owners to switch to Apple’s music streaming platform, Volvo is offering up to three months of free access to the service.

Jul 7 -

Apple CarPlay Is Getting Video Playback

After Google introduced the feature on Android Auto, Apple is following suit with CarPlay, starting with iOS 27.

Jun 9 -

This $199 Gadget Brings Apple CarPlay To GM EVs. But There's A Catch

Worried about General Motors EVs not having Apple CarPlay? This plug-and-play device seeks to solve that problem.

Jun 5 -

I Played Nintendo Switch In A Chinese EV

The Nio Firefly's latest software updates bring a bunch of fun features you can't get anywhere else, like Nintendo Switch casting.

May 15 -

Android Auto’s Massive Update Brings Edge-To-Edge Maps To Every Car Screen

Android Auto will now fill every inch of a car’s screen. HD videos and uninterrupted playback are also coming.

May 13 -

Hyundai’s New ‘Pleos’ Infotainment System Gets All The Right Features

Pleos Connect debuts next month with a pair of screens, plenty of physical buttons, and an AI companion.

Apr 30 -

GM Hits 1 Billion Hands-Free Miles, Will Drop Google Gemini Into 4 Million Cars

The American auto giant is now on track to exceed 850,000 Super Cruise users by the end of the year.

Apr 28 -

This Is The Future Of Hyundai Software—And Yes, It Comes With Buttons

Hyundai's new "Pleos" operating system just debuted on the Ioniq 3. It's coming to a Hyundai near you soon.

Apr 20 -

Google’s Android Is About To Take Over Your Entire Car–Not Just The Screens

The new Android Automotive OS for Software Defined Vehicles can control seat motors, HVAC, lights, and more.

Mar 25 -

The Ford Mustang Mach-E Can Now Precondition Its Battery Via CarPlay

The feature was already available for Google Maps on Android Auto.

Mar 20 -

Google Maps Is Getting A Huge Update With Immersive 3D Maps And AI

The new “Immersive Navigation” mode is billed as the most significant update to driving directions in Maps in over a decade.

Mar 13 -

Rivian Adds A Sport Mode To All R1 EVs On The Road

Plus, there’s a dedicated Apple Watch app that allows Gen 1 owners to leave their car key and smartphone at home.

Feb 19 -

Volvo’s Big Software Update For Older Cars Is Finally Rolling Out

The Swedish automaker said over 2.5 million cars made after 2020 will benefit from the new user interface.

Feb 17 -