Weekly poll outcomes: Android Auto is the fan favourite, Apple CarPlay also has its fans

The outcomes from final week’s poll are in and it’s clear that Android Auto is the main automobile software program selection for these of you that drive. Google’s answer captured over 50% of all votes whereas Apple CarPlay comes at a distant second with simply over 17% of the pie.

Android Auto and CarPlay are clearly essential issues when shopping for a brand new car. This comes as no shock as each programs supply a larger app choice than the built-in apps on most automobiles’ infotainment programs. They also are inclined to work smoother and supply a smooth and fashionable expertise however there’s all the time the query of how lengthy your telephone shall be supported. Over 1 / 4 of our voters are nonetheless assured that they will proceed their drives with out Google or Apple taking on their dashboards.

There’s an in depth race with regards to options in the infotainment market, with 38% of voters being content material with the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto duopoly whereas over 34% are open to strive totally different approaches from different corporations.

We’ve seen Chinese manufacturers Meizu and its Flyme Auto interface and Huawei’s HarmonyOS take some steps however they’re nonetheless a good distance from reaching the userbases of Apple and Google. Perhaps, GM’s new in-vehicle infotainment system set to debut on the 2024 Chevy Blazer EV could change issues round however because it stands, Apple and Google are nonetheless the most well-liked in-car infotainment programs for the majority.