Will the Carplay interface be updated by iOS 18? What will be the changes?

Yes, the CarPlay interface will be updated by iOS 18. The next generation of CarPlay introduces several new features and enhancements:

1. Wireless Only Experience: The new CarPlay will be a wireless-only experience, ensuring seamless reconnection and appearance if you were using it on your previous drive. Stability and performance of wireless connections are emphasized for a smooth driving experience (Meet the next generation of CarPlay architecture).

2. Deep Customization: The design system is built to be deeply customizable, adapting to any vehicle drivetrain, feature set, and configuration. This includes flexible layout systems, backgrounds, color theming, and dynamic content that combines vehicle info with CarPlay features (Say hello to the next generation of CarPlay design system).

3. Vehicle State Integration: The next generation of CarPlay relies on the vehicle system to provide up-to-date state information, which is reflected in the UI. This ensures that data is used only where needed and often does not leave the vehicle (Meet the next generation of CarPlay architecture).

4. Instrument Cluster Customization: The new CarPlay supports unique instrument cluster layouts and gauge designs customized for each automaker, providing a unified and consistent experience across all driver displays (Say hello to the next generation of CarPlay design system).

5. Climate Control UI: A full-featured climate control UI is included, designed to accommodate a wide range of vehicle models with different features and capabilities (Meet the next generation of CarPlay architecture).

Relevant Sessions

1. Meet the next generation of CarPlay architecture
2. Say hello to the next generation of CarPlay design system