What is Android Auto?
Android Auto is a system on most modern vehicles that lets you use your Android-powered smartphone's apps through your car's infotainment system screen. This means you can use your preferred sat nav app like Google Maps or Waze, along with your favourite entertainment apps like Spotify, Audible or Apple Music – all through the car's infotainment screen without fiddling with your phone.
To start Android Auto, simply plug your phone into a USB socket on the dashboard. Many recent cars have upgraded to wireless Android Auto, so you'll simply need to pair your device over Bluetooth and select Android Auto when prompted.
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Related glossary terms
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