in its cars for a number of years but starting mid this decade, Google's Android operating system will be fully integrated with the German performance vehicles.
In an announcement on Monday, Porsche said popular Google apps like Google Assistant, Google Maps, and the Google Play app store will be built into the infotainment system of its vehicles. The latter will enable owners to find additional apps to install, including some third-party apps. Porsche said the move will make the experience more seamless for owners, since many of them are already familiar with Google's apps. The infotainment system will still have Porsche's own interface, and receive regular updates from the automaker.
Some other automakers that have or are in the process of adopting Google for their vehicles include Ford, General Motors, Nissan, and Volvo. Most continue to offer support for Apple CarPlay, though GM has Google Maps will prove particularly useful for automakers as they expand the number of electric vehicles in their lineup. Google Maps is well-suited to EVs as it can optimize route planning to include neccessary charging stops. It can even estimate the required charging time to reach a destination and instruct the vehicle to precondition the battery for any upcoming DC fast-charging sessions, helping to reduce charge times.
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