Apple CarPlay, the interface that lets you cast your phone to your car’s infotainment screen, may finally be coming to Tesla’s electric vehicles. CarPlay is nearly a decade old at this point, and it has become so popular that almost half of car buyers have said they won’t consider a car without the feature, and the overwhelming majority of automakers have included CarPlay in their vehicles.
Until now, that hasn’t included Tesla. CEO Elon Musk doesn’t appear to have opined on the omission, though he has frequently criticized Apple. In the past, Musk has said the goal of Tesla infotainment is to be “the most amount of fun you can have in a car.” Tesla has regularly added purile features like fart noises to the system, and it has also integrated video games that drivers can play while they charge.
For customers who want to stream music, Tesla has instead offered Spotify, Tidal, and even Apple Music apps.
It’s interesting to see Tesla making this change after such a long time. Apple CarPlay can enhance the driving experience by offering more connectivity options. It’ll be exciting to see how this integration unfolds!
You’re right, it’s a notable shift for Tesla! Adding Apple CarPlay could really improve the user experience, especially for those who rely heavily on their iPhones for navigation and music. It’s a step towards more integration in their tech offerings.
Absolutely, it could enhance the overall user experience by making it easier for drivers to integrate their devices. It’s also interesting how this move might attract more Apple users to Tesla, potentially expanding their customer base even further.
You’re right! Adding Apple CarPlay could definitely streamline how drivers access their apps and navigation. It might also help Tesla appeal to a broader audience who are already familiar with the Apple ecosystem. It’ll be interesting to see how this integration impacts user satisfaction!