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Porsche, Ford, GM, BMW Cars To Get Wireless Android Auto; Now Compatible With Over 100 Million Cars

Google has partnered with 15 OEMs including Ford, Honda, along with brands under the Volkswagen Group, GM, and Stellantis to bring wireless Android Auto.
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By Sameer Contractor

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Published on May 19, 2021

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  • 15 OEMs have partnered with Google for wireless Android Auto support
  • All 2022 Porsche cars will finally get Android Auto
  • The 2022 Honda Civic will come with wireless Android Auto

Google at I/O 2021 developer conference made some important announcements regarding the future of Android Auto and Automotive on cars in the future. The technology giant has partnered with a number of manufacturers to make Android Auto more accessible across a number of new cars as well as adding new features like instrument cluster integration. Google also announced that about 100 million cars are now compatible with Android Auto, while the company has over three billion Android devices in operation globally.

Also Read: Android Automotive Will Be In 10 Cars By End Of 2021, Easier Path For Third Party Apps

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Porsche's 2022 model range will be updated with Android Auto along with Apple CarPlay

The big update is that German performance carmaker Porsche AG finally introducing Android Auto on its cars from 2022. The automaker for the longest was only offering Apple CarPlay to its customers, but the latest update will make the new cars from Porsche available with Android device compatibility as well.

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Google has tied up with the VW Group, Ford, GM, Honda, and Stellantis to support wireless Android Auto going forward

Furthermore, Google highlighted in its keynote that Ford, General Motors and Honda cars will support wireless Android Auto going forward. The tech giant has partnered with about 15 manufacturers including Dodge, Chevrolet, Buick, and Cadillac under the GM umbrella. VW Group's Volkswagen, Audi, Seat, and Skoda, as well as Stellantis brands - Jeep, Chrysler and Renault. The list also includes BMW. Google also confirmed that the 11th generation Honda Civic that recently made its global debut will also get wireless Android Auto.

Also Read: Wireless Android Auto Comes To More OEMs; Car Key On Pixel & Galaxy Smartphones

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Android Auto integrated with the instrument cluster was demonstrated on the BMW iX

Google showcased its new instrument cluster integration on the BMW iX. The feature will bring Google Maps to the screen in front of the drivers, allowing for fewer distractions for the driver. The map will adapt to different, user-selectable BMW layouts, and will eventually have more functions like EV charging and parking app. Additionally, BMW will also support Fast Pair for quickly connecting a smartphone to the vehicle for wireless Android Auto and Bluetooth streaming.

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Last Updated on May 19, 2021


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