6 Android Auto apps I wish I found sooner, because they make every drive easier
The article highlights six Android Auto apps that enhance the driving experience beyond basic navigation and music. These apps provide entertainment, safety, and convenience, making them valuable additions for users. By simply downloading them to a phone, drivers can access their features through Android Auto, reducing distractions while on the road.
- ▪Android Auto offers a variety of apps that enhance its functionality beyond navigation and music.
- ▪Fuelio helps users find nearby gas stations and log vehicle expenses, making it a practical tool for drivers.
- ▪Pocket Casts is recommended for podcast listeners due to its user-friendly interface and efficient features.
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Tech Home Tech Services & Software Operating Systems Mobile OS Android 6 Android Auto apps I wish I found sooner, because they make every drive easier If you're only using Android Auto for basic navigation and music, you're missing out. Written by Artie Beaty, Contributing WriterContributing Writer May 19, 2026 at 7:46 a.m. PT Artie Beaty/ZDNETFollow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google.ZDNET's key takeawaysAndroid Auto's real value lies in apps beyond the default.These apps will entertain you, help you, and keep you safe.All you need is to have the app on your phone.If you use Android Auto to navigate or control your in-car media, you'll know it's an incredibly useful app. But if that's all you use the software for, you're missing out on a ton of functionality.
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