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I finally found the perfect dashboard configuration for Android Auto

Here are three ways I optimize my Android Auto dashboard for a smoother in-vehicle experience.

A still photo of the Android Auto home screen using the RadioTime app.
After trying wired Android Auto I'm never going back to wireless

I used to swear by wireless Android Auto, but after incorporating a USB cable into my vehicle setup, I'm never going back.

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The MyRadar app in CarPlay, showing a map of Texas.
CarPlay and Google Maps settings I was glad I changed before my road trip

You might save yourself hours of travel time, in some scenarios.

Google Maps navigation in Android Auto.
How I keep Android Auto from overheating my phone on long car trips

It's not that tough once you break things down.

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Staring out the driver's side of a Rivian R1T.
I just learned how to get Dolby Atmos in my car

You don't have to buy a vehicle with Atmos-ready speakers built in anymore.

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CarPlay in the Ioniq 5 N.
Apple CarPlay needs to copy this new Android Auto feature

The balance of power could shift after this fall's iOS 27 update.

A still photo of the Android Auto app screen in dark mode.
I can't believe it took this long for Android Auto to get this basic Apple CarPlay feature

The long wait is now over.

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Android auto on a car display.
6 Android Auto settings you didn't know you needed to change

Just a few quick phone tweaks can make all your drives smoother.

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I found a hidden CarPlay feature that I'm never driving without again

My car is now a temple of Zen and tranquility.

A still photo of the Botslab G980H mounted on a 2025 Volkswagen Atlas.
My commute is cheaper than ever thanks to this little gadget

And it's not even expensive on the front end.

A still photo of the 2027 Volkswagen Atlas.
AI is driving up the price of cars - but not how you might think

Your next car could cost more due to a shift in production priorities driven by AI data centers.

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Android Auto voice dictation
4 Android Auto settings more drivers should change

Don't wait to make your driving experience with Android Auto the best it can be.

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A still of the weather widget in iOS 26 CarPlay.
Apple CarPlay just quietly rolled out a game-changing new feature

You can now track your favorite sports teams in CarPlay using new widgets from the Apple Sports app.

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4 CarPlay voice commands I wish more drivers knew

The less time you spend using CarPlay, the better.

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A still photo of a driver using Ford's Blue Cruise self-driving function.
I found the only car subscriptions worth paying for

Most automotive subscriptions are still useless, but that could be changing.

A still photo of the Android Auto home app display.
Google Meet rolls out to Android Auto with a ridiculous restriction

Google Meet now has an Android Auto app, but it doesn't currently support work accounts.

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