CarPlay Ultra coming to these cars, according to Apple
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Key Points:
- Apple officially announced CarPlay Ultra, the next-generation CarPlay, with initial rollout in May 2026 to Aston Martin owners in the US and Canada, but availability for other automakers remains uncertain.
- Porsche and Aston Martin were initially slated to support CarPlay Ultra starting in 2024, but Apple confirmed delays and has not provided a timeline for broader adoption.
- Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis signed on as new partners, with rumors suggesting Hyundai’s upcoming IONIQ 3 EV may support CarPlay Ultra, potentially expanding the platform to more affordable vehicles.
- Several automakers, including Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volvo, Polestar, and Renault, have dropped plans to support CarPlay Ultra despite earlier commitments.
- Ford remains cautious about CarPlay Ultra’s current execution, with CEO Jim Farley expressing commitment to Apple but dissatisfaction with the platform’s first version.
