A new report suggests that Tesla, the well-known electric vehicle company, is considering the inclusion of Apple CarPlay in its cars, a surprising revision of its previous stance.
According to a Bloomberg report, the company has begun testing CarPlay’s capabilities internally, which could lead to its implementation in the coming months. However, a definitive plan for its launch has not yet been finalized.
Apple CarPlay is a very popular in-car entertainment and navigation system, with 79% of new car buyers considering its inclusion when making a purchase, according to a study.
Tesla could finally adopt Apple CarPlay in a surprising turn
Despite this popularity, Tesla has resisted adding CarPlay to its system, despite numerous requests from customers seeking this functionality. Some Tesla buyers have specifically cited the lack of support for CarPlay as a reason to choose other vehicles.
A McKinsey study has revealed that around one third of buyers would not consider a car without CarPlay or its rival Android Auto. This represents a significant portion of the market that Tesla could be overlooking by not offering this option.
On social media, many Tesla owners have expressed surprise and excitement about the possible inclusion of CarPlay, highlighting how it could enhance their navigation experience and the integration of apps like Waze.
However, the implementation of CarPlay in Tesla is expected to be limited. According to Bloomberg, CarPlay will occupy a window within Tesla’s interface, meaning it will not completely replace the company’s operating system.
In addition, CarPlay will not be able to access advanced features such as full autonomous driving mode and will opt for the regular version of the system, discarding the more advanced option known as CarPlay Ultra.
If Tesla moves forward with this integration, it could leave General Motors as the only major manufacturer still avoiding Apple’s system, thus expanding options for those drivers who consider CarPlay an essential feature.