Everything we learned from a week with Apple CarPlay Ultra

Everything we learned from a week with Apple CarPlay Ultra

CarPlay Ultra takes over the main instrument display as well as the infotainment.

Everything we learned from a week with Apple CarPlay Ultra - WorldNL Magazine

CarPlay Ultra takes over the main instrument display as well as the infotainment. Aston Martin is the first automaker to adopt Apple'a CarPlay Ultra, which takes over all the displays in the car. Credit: Michael Teo Van Runkle Aston Martin is the first automaker to adopt Apple'a CarPlay Ultra, which takes over all the displays in the car. Credit: Michael Teo Van Runkle For the 2025 model year, Aston Martin's user interface took a major step forw…

Ars Technica Takes CarPlay Ultra for a Spin

Michael Teo Van Runkle, writing for Ars Technica, spent eight days testing CarPlay Ultra in an Aston Martin DB12 Volante. Van Runkle walks readers through the setup process, covers the themes available, and describes the experience of monitoring and controlling the car’s systems using Apple’s next-generation version of CarPlay. By and large, Van Runkle’s experience was positive: Ultra’s biggest improvements over preceding CarPlay generations ar…

CarPlay Ultra Faces Mixed Reception Among Automakers - AppleMagazine

Several prominent brands have pledged support for CarPlay Ultra, signaling enthusiasm for Apple’s vision. Aston Martin led the charge, rolling out the system for new vehicle orders and offering software updates for existing models with next-generation infotainment systems. Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis joined as new partners in May 2025, expanding the platform’s reach to more affordable vehicles. Porsche also reaffirmed its commitment, promising fut…