Android Auto: Does It Have Netflix And YouTube?

Android Auto is getting support for video apps like YouTube, but playback will only work while the vehicle is parked.
Videos can run at up to 60 FPS on compatible infotainment systems from brands like BMW, Ford, Hyundai, Kia, Volvo, and Mercedes.
Once the car starts moving, video playback stops or switches to audio-only mode to help reduce driver distraction.

Google is getting ready to roll out one of its biggest Android Auto updates yet. One of the headline features is support for video apps—starting with YouTube—that can run directly on a car’s infotainment screen.

It’s a pretty major change, but there are strict limitations. Video playback will only work while the car is parked, whether you’re taking a break, charging an EV, or waiting in a parking lot. Apps like YouTube— and likely Netflix later on—are meant for downtime, not for use while driving.

One of the more interesting details is video quality. YouTube on Android Auto will support playback at up to 60 frames per second, but only on vehicles with compatible infotainment hardware. That basically means the system needs a high-resolution display and enough processing power to handle smooth video playback.

Google has already mentioned several automakers expected to support the feature, including BMW, Ford, Hyundai, Kia, Renault, Skoda, Volvo, and Mercedes-Benz. Those brands will likely be among the first to offer the new generation of built-in video apps.

There’s also an important safety restriction built into the system: the moment the vehicle starts moving, video playback automatically stops. It works similarly to other safety features in modern infotainment systems, like disabling address entry while driving to reduce distractions.

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Google is also adding a dedicated safety mode for video apps. Instead of shutting down completely once the car starts moving, supported apps can switch to audio-only playback. The video…

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