autoevolution

Android Auto in Ford Cars: Everything You Need to Know

Android Auto and CarPlay have become must-have applications for modern drivers, and despite Google and Apple not sharing any adoption statistics, the number of people specifically looking for them on ...
autoevolution

Ford Blames Android Update for Broken New-Generation Car Feature

Everybody has a phone, and as they rush to innovate and spend more dollars on technology, carmakers are now trying to turn mobile devices into more integral parts of the experience with their cars.
9to5google

Android Auto is getting major Google Maps upgrades on Ford EVs

Google and Ford have collaborated on big updates for Android Auto on the automaker’s electric vehicles for routing and finding charging stations. As announced on LinkedIn, Ford’s Anthony Phillips has ...

I Drove The 2025 Ford F-150 Lariat PowerBoost: Here’s My Honest Review

We review the 2025 Ford F-150 Lariat PowerBoost. This hybrid truck is a 430hp performance monster with a built-in generator.
techtimes

Ford Throws Shade at GM, Commits to Keep CarPlay, Android Auto for Safe Driving

After General Motors' recent comment about Apple's CarPlay, Ford's CEO has released a statement about their continued commitment to keeping these hands-free infotainment systems in their cars. The ...
ExtremeTech

Ford Shows Off Panoramic Digital Dashboard That Still Supports Android Auto and CarPlay

Automakers grudgingly accepted Android Auto and CarPlay over the past eight years, but companies are now looking to shake things up. In the case of General Motors, that means dropping Android Auto and ...
HotHardware

Ford's Integrated Android Auto With A Giant Panoramic Display Comes Into View

Ford just made a tour de force show of its latest Sync in-car infotainment in a Lincoln Nautilus. Besides sporting an edge-to-edge panoramic display controlled by a central 11-inch touchscreen, the ...

Here's Why GM Opts For Self-Developed Interface Over Apple CarPlay And Android Auto

General Motors has declared its intention to phase out Apple CarPlay and Android Auto from its future vehicles, opting instead for its own proprietary interface.
Carscoops

Ford Won’t Follow GM In Ditching Apple CarPlay And Android Auto

Ford will not follow in the footsteps of rival General Motors in ditching Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, chief executive Jim Farley recently told The Wall Street Journal. General Motors is of the ...
Electrek

Ford ‘absolutely’ working with Google Maps for EV Route Planning like Apple Maps on CarPlay

Is Ford adding Google Maps EV route planning? CEO Jim Farley hinted at the idea this week as owners requested the feature. In today’s age, staying connected is everything. Especially while driving.

Ford CEO Jim Farley strikes a cautious tone on Apple’s new CarPlay Ultra and its increasing control over cars: ‘Do you want the Apple brand to start the car?’

Automakers are in revolt over Apple CarPlay, and some, like Ford CEO Jim Farley, are questioning how much control the tech company should have over a car’s systems.