How to get the most out of Android Auto with 7 easy tricks

Make Android Auto work better for you with quick tweaks that improve navigation, media, and communication on the road ...

I love this little-known Android Auto trick that gives you a virtual car upgrade

When done, save the automation, and hop into the Android Auto settings on your phone. Under the Customize Launcher options, ...
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Android Auto 14.8 is nearly ready to kill off Assistant as Maps tests a new shortcut

Google has launched its first Android Auto 14.8 update in beta which sets the stage of the death of Assistant and arrival of Gemini, while also apparently bringing a useful tweak to Google Maps.
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Google Maps lets you customize your car icon on Android Auto and CarPlay – how to do it

New updates to Google Maps have made it possible to show a custom car icon during navigation through both Android Auto and CarPlay. Here’s how it works. Back in February 2025, Google Maps introduced ...