This hidden Google Maps CarPlay feature will save you time — and I can't believe I missed it
It works without CarPlay, too
I’ve been using Google Maps with Apple CarPlay for years and I didn’t know this handy feature existed
TikTok user discovers hidden feature after panic-swiping
Forget Nextbase and Garmin – Baseus just made the world’s first solar-powered dash cam
Baseus makes a surprising but welcome entry to dash cams
I’ve tried CarPlay’s new iOS 26 makeover – here are my 5 favorite upgrades
Apple’s new operating system update makes a big difference
Xbox comes to cars – LG brings AAA gaming to these lucky vehicles, but they'll have to put up with Zoom calls too
LG brings its webOS smart TV experience into the car
BMW claims drivers aren’t using Apple CarPlay as much as you think, backing up its decision to step away from CarPlay Ultra
Built-in navigation is good enough for most, apparently
Forget Aston Martin: you could soon get access to Apple CarPlay Ultra for much cheaper
Hyundai could be the people’s champion in bringing CarPlay Ultra to chapter EVs.
CarPlay Ultra could soon land on an affordable EV after luxury car debut - 9to5Mac
CarPlay Ultra arrived this year after taking a bit longer than expected to materialize. The only catch is that next-generation…
You Can't Trust Your Car's Driving Assistance System Yet, AAA Report Finds
Both hands-on and hands-off systems required human intervention to avoid accidents in this study.
CarPlay is about to get one of Apple’s best recent iPhone features - 9to5Mac
Live Activities are one of Apple’s best recent iPhone features, and this year they’re coming to CarPlay for the first time.
I tested Waze vs. Google Maps for a weekend trip — and there's a clear winner
Which Waze should you use when mapping your journey?
CarPlay in iOS 26 — 5 biggest upgrades coming to your car
CarPlay’s biggest update in years
Not everyone is happy about new CarPlay in iOS 26 - 9to5Mac
We’ve covered the new CarPlay experience in iOS 26 a lot over the summer. There’s a lot of excitement for…
CarPlay connection issues? This might explain why - 9to5Mac
If your Apple CarPlay connection randomly drops out while driving, the cause might not be your iPhone, cable, or car….
Apple CarPlay Set Up: Tips and Tricks to Get Going - Video
Getting set up is easy, but if you’re not sure where to start — or are having trouble — today we’re diving into how to get Apple CarPlay connected in your car with a wired or a wireless connection.
Lotus is the latest carmaker to upgrade CarPlay - 9to5Mac
British sports car maker Lotus is upgrading the CarPlay experience for iPhone users this week with a free software update….
CarPlay in iOS 26 has a new, improved solution for phone calls - 9to5Mac
CarPlay in iOS 26 has a new and improved solution for incoming phone calls, solving what’s been a problematic UI for years.
iOS 26 beta 4 adds (and removes) CarPlay wallpaper options - 9to5Mac
Apple has changed up the wallpaper collection on CarPlay in iOS 26 beta 4. Several new options have been added….
This charging iPad mount turns your car into a mobile movie theater - 9to5Mac
Turn your iPad into the ultimate in-car entertainment system with the KUXIU X97 Pro MAX magnetic charging mount for headrest or vent.
I tested the Wolfbox G900 Pro dash cam – its video quality is top drawer, but I had installation headaches
A 4K dash cam, reversing camera and a mirror replacement all in one – clever, but it’s not perfect.
Everything we learned from a week with Apple CarPlay Ultra
CarPlay Ultra takes over the main instrument display as well as the infotainment.
Mercedes-Benz will let you use an in-car camera in Microsoft Teams while driving
The all-new CLA gets this first
TomTom lifts floor of 2025 guidance as automotive business drives Q2 beat
Dutch digital mapping specialist TomTom lifted the bottom end of its 2025 revenue guidance on Tuesday, after a better than expected performance in its core automotive business helped it beat market estimates in the second quarter.
NFL apps coming to CarPlay, starting with these teams - 9to5Mac
We’re less than 60 days out from the start of the 2025 NFL regular season, and football fans have something…
Anker’s new wireless car charger sticks a big flexible tongue to your dashboard
Anker has in-car smartphone mounting licked.
My favorite dash cam for 2025 isn’t by Garmin or Nextbase – it’s this surprising 4K model
4K video at 60fps and SSD support make the Viofo A329 a hard act to follow
Best dash cam deals: Protect your ride from just $37
Want a dash cam? We’ve rounded up the best deals, along with tips on making the right choice for your needs.
Apple’s more immersive CarPlay is dividing the auto industry
Customers love CarPlay, but automakers want them to use their software.
I tried the new CarPlay with the iOS 26 beta — and Apple just solved my biggest issue with infotainment interfaces
No more squinting to tell the time
This Discounted Car Dashboard Screen Helps You Obey Stricter “No Touch” Driving Laws
Sync your phone with CarPlay or Android Auto for hands-free navigation, calling, and texting for safer, legal driving.
Bought a dash cam but worried it’ll drain your battery? I felt the same at first, but here’s what I do after testing countless models
Owning a dash cam is advisable but it’s wise to read up on how to power it before setting off
I’m a dash cam expert – here are my 5 tips for installing a dash cam in the perfect spot
It is possible to find the sweet spot when mounting a dash cam, but a lot depends on the type of vehicle you’re driving
I've Tried CarPlay Ultra. It Doesn’t Just Feel Modern, It Feels Inevitable
Apple’s next version of CarPlay takes over your entire car — here’s what it was like to use.
iOS 26 will fix CarPlay’s most annoying Messages problem - 9to5Mac
iOS 26 brings a welcome change to the Messages app when using CarPlay, fixing one of the most annoying limitations by supporting tapbacks.
CarPlay’s ‘next generation’ is already looking better than we thought - 9to5Mac
Apple’s next generation of CarPlay is starting to look different than we thought, but arguably better than what was first expected.
Kia just joined Mercedes-Benz in offering in-car Disney+ streaming – here’s why I’m a big fan of the idea
Anything to help pass the time while charging
I’ve tried Apple CarPlay Ultra – and it’s the closest thing to an Apple Car experience that we’re going to get
The closest thing we’ll get to an Apple Car experience
I tried Apple CarPlay Ultra and now everything else feels outdated | Stuff
CarPlay Ultra just made every other in-car system feel clunky – and after testing it in an Aston Martin DBX, I don’t want to drive without it
CarPlay in iOS 26: Liquid Glass, app widgets, refreshed apps - 9to5Mac
Turns out you don’t need an Aston Martin to have a new CarPlay experience in 2025. That’s because iOS 26…
This luxury German automaker's planning a car OS revolution for 2026
BMW’s forthcoming operating system aims to put the entire auto industry on notice
A useful new Android Auto video feature has been spotted – and it's an upgrade I've waited a long time for
Listen on the go
7 Google Maps tips to use with Android Auto and CarPlay
From customizing your car avatar to reporting police.
I added wireless Android Auto to my car with this affordable adapter – now I won’t drive without it | Stuff
The AAWireless TWO adapter has quietly become one of the best upgrades I’ve made to my family SUV. Read why here.
Android Auto is getting video and browser apps for your car dashboard – and more weather apps too
An expansion is underway
Volvo will be the first to install Google’s Gemini in its cars
Gemini is ready to take over Volvo’s cars.
Harman claims it’s fixed the one big problem with car-to-X technology
CAR magazine UK gets hands-on with Harman’s ReadyAware technology, which promises to make your car smarter than ever
Forget foldable phones – LG's 'stretchable' in-car display can grow physical buttons when you need them, and I can't stop watching it
An end to the buttons-versus-touchscreen debate for cars?
I drove 500 miles with Android Automotive, here’s why every car needs it
I drove 500 miles in a Chevy Equinox rental car powered by the Android Automotive operating system. Here’s why I love it and every car needs Google’s car OS.
I spent a week testing the affordable Vantrue E1 Pro dash cam — I was pleasantly surprised
Does this affordable 4K dash cam have enough merit to warrant consideration?
This versatile dash cam doubles up as an Insta360-style 360 degree camera with this neat trick, and it looks super fun
The Vantrue E360 is a dash cam and regular 360 camera in one
