Apple CarPlay
Phone on dashboard. Hands-free.
What it does
Plug iPhone into car (or wireless). iPhone shows on dashboard. Big icons.
Cars that have it
Most cars 2017+. Check Settings → General → CarPlay on your iPhone.
Best apps
- Apple Maps or Google Maps
- Phone calls
- Apple Music or Spotify
- Audible
- Messages (Siri reads them)
Voice everything
“Hey Siri, navigate to Walmart.” Eyes stay on road.
Wireless CarPlay
Newer cars connect wirelessly. No cable each time.
Aftermarket
$200-$500 stereo with CarPlay added to older cars. Crutchfield installs.
Quick Tip: CarPlay reduces accidents by half. Worth adding to any car.