Google's annual Android updates include visual improvements and the ability to watch video—as long as you're stopped.

Some Android Auto users report Google Maps losing the car icon when switching back to split-screen mode. Navigation still works, but the car marker disappears until Maps is force-closed on the phone.

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A deeper integration of Gemini AI as well as new graphics and customizable widgets are also on the menu. Android Auto update offers improved design, edge-to-edge ...

Your Android Auto is due to get a slew of new updates in 2026, and some of these will be significant improvements over how the system previously worked.