Apple Announces Continued Support for Next-Gen CarPlay Across Multiple Automakers
Apple has officially acknowledged that numerous automobile manufacturers are still intent on incorporating the forthcoming generation of CarPlay in their upcoming vehicle models. While Apple mentioned that each automotive brand will reveal further details closer to their model announcements, a specific timeline was not disclosed. Initially, Apple aimed for the launch of this new version of CarPlay in 2024, but those plans have encountered delays.
The Future of Car Integration with Apple
The upcoming iteration of CarPlay enhances its predecessor’s successes and insights, providing a seamless and customizable user experience that beautifully combines the best elements from Apple and its automotive partners. The tech giant is engaged in collaborative efforts with various automakers to enable them to express their distinct branding and design aesthetics within this new version of CarPlay. As these car manufacturers approach their vehicle announcements, they’ll disclose additional information regarding which models will feature next-gen support.
Current Presence and Commitment to Existing Technology
In addition to focusing on the new iteration, Apple remains dedicated to supporting its existing CarPlay framework, which can now be found in over 98% of newly sold vehicles across America over recent years.
Automakers Involved with Next Gen Features
The list of automotive brands previously confirmed by Apple includes Acura, Audi, Ford, Honda, Infiniti, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lincoln Motors Company Mercedes-Benz,Nissan Polestar Porsche Renault Volvo.
Recently (December 2023), Aston Martin along with Porsche showcased preliminary designs for next-generation features on CarPlay, but further information about complete implementations has yet been made available. It currently remains undetermined which specific automakers are actively collaborating with Apple during this development phase.