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What is Android Auto?

Android Auto is a way of linking your smartphone to a car. Designed to help improve safety and convenience, it gives a driver hands-free access to some of a phone’s features, including Google Assistant. This minimises distraction and allows drivers to stay more focused on the road.

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What is Mirrorlink in cars?

MirrorLink allows drivers to sync their smartphones with their car’s infotainment system so they can safely access many of the smartphone’s features while driving.

How does Apple CarPlay work?

Apple CarPlay allows iPhone owners to connect their phone to a car and show an iOS screen on the infotainment system display.

What is Android Auto?

Android Auto is a way of linking your smartphone to a car and are designed to help improve safety and convenience.

What does the infotainment system in a car do?

An infotainment system controls a car’s information and entertainment functions, usually through a screen mounted on the dashboard or in the centre console.