Android Auto

What Android Auto does

Android Auto connects an Android phone with a compatible car display, putting selected driving-related functions into a simpler in-car interface. It suits drivers who want access to navigation, calls, messages and media without handling a phone while moving. The app is published by Google LLC and belongs to the Auto & Vehicles category.

Navigation and communication

The app brings supported navigation services, including Google Maps and Waze, to the vehicle screen. Drivers can view routes, follow turn-by-turn directions and receive traffic information through the connected system. Voice controls are useful for requesting directions, making calls or responding to messages while keeping interaction with the phone to a minimum.

Media in the car

Android Auto also provides a single place to use compatible music, podcast and audiobook apps. Its layout is built around larger controls and a limited amount of on-screen information, making common actions easier to reach at a glance. The exact selection of available services depends on the apps installed on the phone and their support for Android Auto.

Why it stands out in its category

With a rating of 4.12 from more than 5.8 million reviews and 10 billion-plus installs, Android Auto has an unusually broad footprint for an automotive companion app. Its value is highest for people whose vehicles support the platform and who regularly need navigation, hands-free communication or audio during drives. Compatibility with the car, phone and individual media or messaging apps remains an important part of the experience.