Automakers claim to support ecosystem Google Android Auto and Apple CarPlay in new vehicles models , with many seeking to implement compatibility with both platforms. We remind you that the two concepts allow duplicate smartphone interface on the central display of the car. The advantage of this approach is the possibility of regular updating of available car owner applications without the need to replace the head unit or its firmware.
According to the publication New York Times , not all car manufacturers are willing to work with platforms Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. For example, the largest car manufacturer in the world in the face of Toyota Motor in the US market is not in hurry to implement support for both ecosystems . Toyota has traditionally relied on their own decisions. Head units for industrial supplies giant Pioneer and other contractors, navigation map provides Navteq, and with smartphones running Android head units Toyota vehicles last generations communicate by standard MirrorLink. And although its presence in something to compensate for the lack of support Android Auto.
Perhaps, Toyota Motor is unlikely to become the largest car manufacturer in the world . This allows to achieve a high degree of standardization, reduces costs and improves the reliability of the manufacturer.