Bauer Media Audio brings Rayo to Android Automotive, expanding its audio platform into connected car dashboards

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Bauer Media Audio has launched a native Android Automotive version of Rayo in the UK and Portugal, bringing its audio platform directly into connected vehicle dashboards and making it easier for listeners to access Bauer Media’s radio brands wherever they are – including in the car.

From today, listeners have more ways to tune in to Bauer Media’s radio stations, with Rayo becoming available within the integrated entertainment systems of BMW Group (BMW and MINI).

Built using Radioplayer’s white-label Android Automotive platform and supported by distribution through the Appning Apps Market Solution, the launch ensures Rayo is available across a growing number of vehicles running Android Automotive OS, helping keep radio easily accessible as in-car technology evolves. BMW Group joins the launch as a partner OEM, with Rayo available in compatible vehicles running Android Automotive.

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Unlike Android Auto, which mirrors content from a smartphone onto a vehicle display, Android Automotive is built directly into the car’s operating system. This allows apps such as Rayo to run natively within the infotainment environment and integrate more seamlessly with in-car interfaces, including voice assistants and dashboard controls.

The Android Automotive version of Rayo initially focuses on delivering a streamlined live radio experience across Bauer Media’s portfolio of stations. While functionality at launch is intentionally focused on live listening, the platform creates a strong foundation for future enhancements, including expanded features and on-demand audio such as podcasts.

The move forms part of Bauer Media Audio’s wider strategy to ensure listeners can easily access its stations and content wherever they are – across mobile devices, smart speakers and increasingly, connected vehicles – keeping radio simple, reliable and within reach in every environment.

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