A growing number of cars are also looking to Google for their software needs, running their cars on the new Android Automotive OS. Unlike Android Auto, which is a CarPlay-like app, Android Automotive is built into the car from day one — replacing the need for any in-house software. But what does this mean if you have an iPhone? It's worth mentioning that, unlike Android, Apple does not have a dedicated driving mode on iPhones, nor is there a standalone CarPlay app. There is a Driving Focus mode, which cuts off phone-based distractions while you drive, but nothing that lets you use a CarPlay-style interface on your phone.

Likewise, Google Maps and Waze are both CarPlay-friendly, so you don't need to use Apple Maps. EV owners will also be able to access apps like PlugShare, in case you need to find an electric car charger in a hurry. And you can make calls or send messages using just your voice via services like WhatsApp.Whenever it does arrive CarPlay 2.0 will have the ability to take over every screen in your car, and let you access car controls that are currently off limits. Much like Android Automotive OS, but running off your phone instead of being pre-installed on your car. Alternatively, if you'd rather have something a little-more streamlined, you could always swap out your car's official display/navigation system for an aftermarket unit. You just need to be willing to go to all the trouble of buying a new unit and swapping out your old one. It also relies on actually being able to upgrade your car, which isn't an absolute guarantee. You also need to be mindful of is that a lot of aftermarket units require double DIN slot, whereas a lot of older cars may only have one. Single-DIN CarPlay units do exist, but the amount of choice you have is all dependent on your car. This likely means that you don't have to use Apple software because you like a certain car. Not if you don't want to, something that isn't really possible with Android Automotive OS. Devices like the Intellidash Plus are available, and let you plug in your phone and access CarPlay. The functionally it's no different than if you bought a car with CarPlay built-in, though you will need to find a place to position the screen so it's both useful and doesn't obscure your view of the road.

Just like other CarPlay features, CarPlay 2.0 will require automakers to opt in. Some have already done so, including Polestar which runs its cars on Android Automotive — and took its sweet time bringing CarPlay to its cars. Yes. Mostly anyway. CarPlay is essentially a different way for you to interact with your phone — nothing more. So if a feature requires an active data connection on your phone, CarPlay isn't going to change that. CarPlay as it is right now is essentially just an external display for your phone, and Siri can only handle requests that relate to your device. So while Siri can change the volume, it can't raise the temperature or activate your cruise control. There are a number of different ways to add CarPlay to a car after the fact, but some of them are more difficult than others. The simplest way is to buy a standalone display that supports CarPlay, but doesn't require any extensive modifications of retrofitting in your car. On our play car table the parking spaces are 1.5″ apart and 2.5″ long. The width of the road is 3″. The crosswalk is 1″ wide.

However, Siri is an internet-connected tool, and relies on you having an active data connection. And because Siri is linked to the cloud, there may be a few seconds of lag between you giving it commands and them actually happening. Do you need a cell signal for CarPlay to work? Supported on iPhone X R, iPhone X S, iPhone X S Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPhone SE (3rd generation), and Apple Watch Series 5 or later. Support for car keys may be available only on certain car models and only in certain configurations, and not all models are available in all areas. Support for car keys is subject to change. See your dealer for details. Get in your new car and prove you're the fastest! At the start of the game, you'll first have to make an important decision. Will you play multiplication (practising the tables) and partial sums, or will you choose addition and subtraction sums? After you've decided, you can choose from five different drivers and four different cars (each car has its own unique characteristics). For example, one car may be sturdy but slower, whereas another may be less sturdy but faster. Select your preferred driver and car to start the game. Oh and last but not least, you can also give your driver a name!

But for the time being, and until CarPlay 2.0 is ready, in-car systems are being kept firmly separate. In the meantime some carmakers do offer CarPlay in a split-screen mode, ensuring you have access to both your phone and car systems while you're driving. The most important goal in this game is to win both individual races and tournaments. Naturally, to win a race, you must finish in first place, so you should always remember to make sure your car is ready to go. Your car's petrol tank should be full and you'll need to do some work on it as well. For example, the engine must be properly tuned and there should be enough air in the tyres. You can tune the engine yourself by properly tightening the screws and rotating the gearwheel at the right time. Also make sure the tyre pressure is set for optimum speed. When the gas tank is full, the engine is adjusted, and the tyres are sufficiently pumped up, you can start the race! However this is likely to change going forward, with Apple announcing a new version of CarPlay at WWDC 2022. That version was originally scheduled to arrive sometime in 2023, but has been completely absent so far — and failed to make an appearance at WWDC 2023. Siri works just like it does when using your phone normally. All you have to do is utter the "hey Siri" wakeup command, and tell it what you need. Whether you need directions to the nearest gas station, control music, or send a text message, Siri can help you out.

Siri is a very important part of the CarPlay system, since it enables you to control what's going on using your voice. That way your hands can stay on the wheel, and you won't be blindly tapping at a touchscreen. The easiest way to tell if CarPlay supports a particular app is to plug in your phone and see. Alternatively, searching for 'CarPlay' on the app store will offer up some options you may not have considered before — though there's no obvious way to filter them. Instead the apps fall into a few basic categories: Navigation, communication and audio. So there's a range of apps that let you listen to music, podcasts, audiobooks and internet radio, including big names like Audible, Spotify and TuneIn. Take a separate set of paper (or small pieces taped together) and create a template for the grass areas. CarPlay support is either standard or available as an option on many new 2016 cars and later, with some manufacturers offering software updates for earlier models. Some models may support CarPlay only in certain configurations, and not all models are available in all areas. CarPlay support is subject to change. See your dealer for details.

A large number of apps are compatible with CarPlay, and unsurprisingly include many of Apple's own. Maps, Phone, Messages, Music and so on are all available, but there are a lot more third-party CarPlay apps as well. Make a blueprint of your car table using a large piece of paper. Make sure your large piece of paper is roughly the size of the table you are making. Get creative and use a marker to draw your layout.