General Motors has confirmed plans to end support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on all upcoming models, after removing the two systems from its electric car lineup by 2023. According to InsideEVs, currently, some rare electric car models in the US such as Cadillac Lyriq and GMC Hummer EV still support connectivity, while GM's gasoline cars still maintain CarPlay/Android Auto at the present time.
CEO Mary Barra said GM is shifting its focus to a more integrated infotainment system, reducing the need to switch between the phone interface and the car’s native interface, which is considered uncoordinated and can be distracting. The company is aiming for a centralized computing architecture and a “software-defined” car.
New interface architecture based on Android Automotive
New GM models will use an infotainment system developed on the Android Automotive platform, allowing for native Android apps to run. This gives manufacturers more control over data flows and optimizes integration with vehicle hardware and services.
However, users will need to log in separately for each app. Sterling Anderson, GM's product manager, said the company is working on ways to simplify the sign-in process, but did not provide details. The list of compatible apps is confirmed to expand over time.
Reasons for removing CarPlay and Android Auto according to GM
Mary Barra said that switching back and forth between the CarPlay/Android Auto interface and the car's native interface is "very difficult" and "not seamless." In some cases, it can be distracting. So now that GM's electric cars have reached a certain level of development, the company is extending the same change to its upcoming gasoline models.
User experience: seamless or app ecosystem?
The new approach reduces dependence on phones, but the trade-off is that the app store in the car needs to be rich enough. For iPhone users, some familiar apps may not appear on Google's platform; GM is committed to expanding the list over time. The current bottleneck is the process of logging into each app, which the company is looking to optimize.
In markets outside the US, GM electric cars still maintain CarPlay/Android Auto. This shows that the manufacturer adjusts according to each market and product development stage, instead of implementing it all at once.
Support roadmap summary table
| Vehicle Group/Market | Support status | Note |
|---|---|---|
| GM electric cars in the US | Some models still support | Cadillac Lyriq, GMC Hummer EVs Now Get CarPlay/Android Auto |
| GM electric cars outside the US | Continued support | Still has CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Current GM gasoline vehicles | Support is in progress | Two connections will remain on gasoline cars in the near future |
| GM cars coming soon | Not supported | Switch to deeply integrated Android Automotive |
| Vehicles in circulation | Constant | If you have CarPlay/Android Auto, the feature will be maintained. |
Impact on existing and new customers
A GM spokesperson confirmed that existing vehicles will not be affected by the feature change. If your vehicle supports CarPlay or Android Auto, both connections will continue to work. For customers buying gasoline vehicles in the near future, CarPlay/Android Auto will still be available; for new models coming soon, users will be moved to the Android Automotive-based system.
For customers who are tied to the iPhone ecosystem, the lack of native apps may be a consideration. GM says the app catalog will be expanded over time, and it’s also working on simplifying the login process to reduce friction.
Strategic positioning and industry context
The removal of CarPlay/Android Auto is consistent with the roadmap of centralized computing platforms and the trend toward software-defined cars. This approach allows manufacturers to control the experience from end to end, synchronize updates, and optimize system performance. However, in the short term, users may have to get used to an expanding app ecosystem.
Conclude
- Strengths: Deep integration, promises a more seamless experience and fits into software-defined vehicle orientation; committed to expanding the application over time.
- Cons: Lack of CarPlay/Android Auto on new cars; app-by-app sign-in process; potential lack of some iPhone users' favorite apps in the early going.
- Recommendation: Customers currently using GM vehicles with CarPlay/Android Auto can continue with confidence; new GM vehicle buyers should carefully review the app catalog and login process to assess suitability for their needs.
Information according to InsideEVs and exchanges between GM leaders including CEO Mary Barra and Product Director Sterling Anderson.
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