CarPlay is approaching its 10th anniversary, depending on the celebration date. Apple has announced that the new generation of CarPlay will start infiltrating cars in 2024. The recent iOS 17.4 beta indicates that CarPlay 2.0 is on the verge of being integrated into a new car. The starting line for this release seems to be between Porsche and Aston Martin. Hopefully, the next-gen CarPlay will make its way to models that are more affordable this year. Regardless, Apple remains true to its statement from June 2022 that the first cars equipped with the new CarPlay will hit the roads in 2024. Apple has recently updated its CarPlay website, changing the statement from “Car announcements coming in late 2023” to “first models arriving in 2024.” The forthcoming iOS 17.4 launch in March has a significant focus on the next CarPlay. About a decade ago, March marked the transition of iOS in the Car to CarPlay and the design we recognize today. It took another year for CarPlay to emerge in new cars. This gives us a clue about cars beyond Porsche and Aston Martin. In the context of iOS 17.4 beta 1, it has been confirmed that the newest CarPlay references are available, such as AutoSettings, CarCamera, Charge, Climate, Closures, Media, TirePressure, and Trip. Images of the iOS 17.4 beta supporting next-gen CarPlay apps have been shared by developer Aaron (@aaronp613), demonstrating the dedication of the design team. Since CarPlay 2 takes the shape of a digital car, these apps are essential for all car systems in every vehicle’s interior. Apple’s venture into car manufacturing is still a few years away. In the transition from visuals to the CarPlay port of entry, intriguing graphics can be expected. Stay tuned for more updates on this story. PS ShrimpApplePro floated a rumor suggesting that CarPlay 2-enabled cars with Apple Silicon chips could utilize sensor data and iPhone streams for improved latency and optimization. This information is unconfirmed. FTC Information: We use affiliate links to generate revenue. More information.
