Android Auto will bring new features to EVs, Ford will first rollout

Google at CES 2024 announced new Android Auto features for electric vehicles (EVs) that will allow you to view battery details while using its navigation capabilities.

With new additions, EVs compatible with Android Auto can share real-time battery information with Google Maps. It will allow users to check an estimated battery capacity that will remain at ETA (estimated time of arrival).

Throughout the route, Android Auto will suggest available charging stations and recommended charge times at each stop.

EV routing for Android Auto is coming first to Ford March-E and F-150 Lighting via an over-the-air (OTA) software update later this year.

“Great to partner with Google to make navigation even better for Ford customers using Android Auto and Google Maps,” said Jim Farley, CEO of Ford.

More Details

The feature works when a user connects their smartphone activates Android Auto in the vehicle and uses Google Maps for navigation. Meanwhile, Ford has confirmed the following routing information for its EVs.

• The battery on arrival estimate
• End of Range Indicator
• Auto-suggested charging stops
• Minimum recommended charge
• Battery on arrival estimate (next stop)

However, the features from Google will be released to expand to more electric vehicles by other automakers.

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Vehicles with Google built-in can now send a planned trip on Google Maps from your Android or iOS phone directly to your car for seamless trip planning and navigation.

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(source – Google)