All-New Apple CarPlay Launching This Year Starting With These 14 Automakers

In June 2022, Apple previewed the next generation of CarPlay, promising deeper integration with vehicle functions like A/C and FM radio, support for multiple displays across the dashboard, personalization options, and more.

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Apple says the first vehicles with support for the next-generation CarPlay experience will be announced in late 2023, with at least 14 automakers committed so far.

Committed Automakers

  • Acura
  • Audi
  • Ford
  • Honda
  • Infiniti
  • Jaguar
  • Land Rover
  • Lincoln
  • Mercedes-Benz
  • Nissan
  • Polestar
  • Porsche
  • Renault
  • Volvo

Below, we have recapped five key features to expect from the next generation of ‌CarPlay‌.

Multi-Display Support

CarPlay Next Generation Multi Screens
The new version of ‌CarPlay‌ will be able to appear across all of the displays in a vehicle, providing a consistent experience across the infotainment system, instrument cluster, and any additional screens on the dashboard. Apple says ‌CarPlay‌ will be tailored to each new vehicle model to accommodate unique screen shapes and layouts.

Instrument Cluster Integration

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The new ‌CarPlay‌ experience will provide integration with a vehicle's instrument cluster, including the speedometer, tachometer, odometer, fuel gauge, engine temperature gauge, oil pressure gauge, and more. Apple says drivers will be able to choose from several gauge cluster designs and layouts, including brand‑specific options.

Climate Controls

CarPlay Next Generation Screen
You'll be able to access your vehicle's climate controls directly within the new version of ‌CarPlay‌, allowing you to adjust the temperature of the A/C or heat, fan speed, heated seats, heated steering wheel, and other options.

Widgets

CarPlay Next Generation Widgets
Widgets will be a key part of the new ‌CarPlay‌ experience, offering at-a-glance information such as trip duration, fuel economy, distance traveled, calendar events, weather, phone calls, the status of a HomeKit-enabled garage door, and more. It will also be possible to view and scroll through the widgets within the instrument cluster.

FM Radio App

CarPlay Next Generation Radio
The new version of ‌CarPlay‌ will include an all-new Radio app that allows you to easily control the FM radio in your vehicle, such as to change the station.

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