TikToker goes viral warning her new Toyota requires a paid subscription to use basic features — is she right and are these services worth it?

According to a Community Note publicly visible under the post, it is "misinformation" since Bluetooth, CarPlay, and Android ...

GM eliminating Apple CarPlay, Android Auto from all vehicles — here’s the real reason why

Many motorists took to social media to express anger over the announcement, with some saying it was nothing more than a cash ...
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Newer Toyotas Hide Native Maps App Behind Paywall, and I'm With the Carmaker on This One

Toyota may be struggling in the all-electric department, but it's not losing any valuable time when it comes to connected services and subscriptions. It even puts the navigation map behind a monthly ...
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GM Pulls the Plug on Apple CarPlay and Android Auto — Because Who Needs What Actually Works, Right?

In place of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, GM is betting big on its own built-in interface powered by Google’s Android Automotive OS. The company has already started rolling it out in select EVs, ...

2025 Kia Niro PHEV vs 2025 Toyota Prius PHEV: Which Is The Better Buy?

Choosing a plug-in hybrid? Here’s how the 2025 Kia Niro PHEV and 2025 Toyota Prius PHEV differ and which one makes more sense ...
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What's Your Experience With Android 14 and Android Auto?

Google started the Android 14 rollout several months ago, with most Android OEMs also kicking off the release for their eligible devices. From a user perspective, updating to Android 14 is an urgent ...