{
  "id": 6300019,
  "title": "CarPlay on GM cars: Not dead yet? ↦",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/08/carplay-on-gm-cars-not-dead-yet",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-08T16:14:45.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Six Colors",
    "slug": "six-colors",
    "url": "https://sixcolors.com/link/2026/09/carplay-on-gm-cars-not-dead-yet/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "General Motors has recently been claiming that it would phase out CarPlay and Android Auto on its electric vehicles (EVs) due to unspecified reasons. However, a recent development may suggest otherwise. According to CarBuzz correspondent Ian Wright, the Cadillac configurator for several 2027 models still displays CarPlay and Android Auto as standard features. The Lyriq, Cadillac's first EV and known for its tech-forward features, is one such model. Intrigued by this, Wright contacted Cadillac for an explanation.\n\nIn response, a Cadillac spokesperson stated that the company is \"continuing to evolve its infotainment strategy across the EV portfolio, based on customer feedback, while also prioritizing the native, in-vehicle experience.\" The language used in this statement is noteworthy, as it implies a shift in GM's initial decision to phase out phone projection in EVs, which was announced for the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV by CEO Mary Barra. Wright points out the use of \"weasel words,\" suggesting that Cadillac's recent statement may be an attempt to backtrack on its earlier pronouncement, acknowledging that customers may in fact want access to CarPlay and Android Auto.\n\nWhile GM's original stance on phasing out these features seemed counterintuitive and potentially damaging to its reputation, this development could be seen as a positive for consumers in the market for a new car. If GM is indeed open to listening to customer feedback and reconsidering its infotainment strategy, it could indicate a willingness to adapt and improve based on what its customers want.",
  "summary": "General Motors has been saying for a few years now that it’s going to get rid of CarPlay and Android Auto on its EVs because, well, reasons.…",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}