But with smartphones and streaming, traditional radio seemed outdated. Limited stations, clunky controls, and no on-demand playback made it less attractive. Android Auto changed the game.

One of the key points of appeal for Android Auto and CarPlay is the ability to control media from music and podcast apps, but both platforms currently ignore the car’s built-in radio.

Android Auto is a powerful tool that really enhances the in-car entertainment experience. A new update may soon bring traditional radio controls to Android Auto, giving users access to FM ...

Google Maps is the top Android Auto app for navigation and local recommendations, as it works offline in remote areas. VLC ...

The second is a list of stations I’ve favorited. One of Non Stop Radio's strengths is its ease of use, especially on the Android Auto interface. The entire functionality of this app revolves ...

Android Auto apps make navigating the roads easy. Whether you're a daily commuter or are taking a road trip, our expert ...

As we first reported in July, Google is working on support for controlling your car’s radio through Android Auto directly. Since then, Google has continued to work on this functionality.

Depending on where you buy your Android car stereo, it may come with free installation. If it doesn't, Best Buy charges $100 for installation and promises a factory-installed look without a loss ...

No less than 46 percent of Android Auto and CarPlay users still listen to AM/FM radio while driving, with only 18 percent of the respondents claiming they switched to streaming. 19 percent said ...

The fact that a radio button on dashboards has fallen to just three new vehicles out of 10 suggests that more and more new ...

There are quite a few, but we feel the need to point out that a lot of them are fairly niche radio apps. So be prepared to sift through them all. Yes. Part of what makes Android Auto great is that ...

Having Android Auto in your car opens up a lot of options while driving. Instead of having to fumble with the radio, manually answer phone calls, or even send messages, the Android Auto voice ...