Apple CarPlay is a technology that allows drivers to use their Apple devices to control audio and video playback of music, movies, and other media files on their vehicles. As of February 2022, all vehicles that are equipped with CarPlay will be able to support the technology. The first vehicles to be equipped with CarPlay were the iPhone 6 and 6S models. Other models that have been announced as CarPlay compatible include the Apple Watch Series 3, the Apple TV 4K, and the Beats Solo2 Pro. The technology is not just for cars; it can also be used on smart TVs and other devices. The benefits of using CarPlay are many. For example, it can make it easier for drivers to stay connected while they’re driving. It can also help reduce distractions while driving. Finally, it can improve safety by providing a way for drivers to control audio and video playback from their devices while they’re driving.
To use CarPlay, you connect your iPhone to your car or motorcycle via a wired (usually Lightning-to-USB) or wireless connection. Your iPhone then takes over the touch screen interface on your vehicle’s dashboard.
From there, you can control apps that support the special CarPlay interface with touch, buttons, or knobs. You can also use voice control with Siri to perform other tasks.
If you’re familiar with Google’s Android Auto, you’ll be right at home with CarPlay.
Which iPhones Support CarPlay?
Before you buy a vehicle that supports CarPlay, make sure your iPhone supports it, as well. You can use CarPlay with all the following iPhone models:
iPhone 13/Mini/Pro/Pro Max iPhone 12/Mini/Pro/Pro Max iPhone 11/Pro/Pro Max iPhone XS/XS Max iPhone X/XR iPhone 8/Plus iPhone 7/Plus iPhone 6s/Plus iPhone 6/Plus iPhone SE iPhone 5/5s/5c
Future iPhone models should also support the infotainment system mode.
Cars and Motorcycles That Support CarPlay
In general, CarPlay support began with 2016 vehicles. Until recently, only automobiles supported CarPlay, but now several motorcycle models do, too.
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As of February 2022, the following vehicles all support Apple CarPlay:
Abarth
Acura
Alfa Romeo
Aston Martin
Audi
Baojun
Bentley
BMW
Borgward
Buick
Cadillac
Chery
Chevrolet
Chrysler
Citroën
Cowin Auto
E3 2017-Up
Datsun
Dodge
Dongfeng
DS Automobiles
Ferrari
Fiat
Ford
Genesis
GMC
Haima
Haval
Holden
Honda
Hyundai
Infiniti
Jaguar
Jeep
Kia
Lada
Largus 2022 Granta 2021 Vesta 2021 XRAY 2021
Lamborghini
Land Rover
Lexus
Lifan
Lincoln
Mahindra
Alturas G4 2018-Up Marazzo 2018-Up Scorpio 2019-Up Thar 2020-Up XUV 300 2019-Up XUV 500 2019-Up
Maserati
Mazda
Mercedes-Benz
MG
Mini
Mitsubishi
Nissan
Opel
Peugeot
Slingshot
Slingshot 2021-Up
Porsche
Qoros
Young 2017-Up
