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- A General Motors executive has explained why the company is dropping Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
- The executive claimed that this was due to safety concerns regarding poor wireless connections.
- However, GM previously noted subscription “opportunities” when first announcing the move.
Update, December 13, 2023 (01:45 PM ET): A GM representative has reached out to Android Authority about the news below. Here is GM’s statement:
We wanted to reach out to clarify that comments about GM’s position on phone projection were misrepresented in previous articles and to reinforce our valued partnerships with Apple and Google and each company’s commitment to driver safety. GM’s embedded infotainment strategy is driven by the benefits of having a system that allows for greater integration with the larger GM ecosystem and vehicles.