Google Maps Adds Gemini to CarPlay

Google has integrated its Gemini AI assistant into Google Maps for Apple CarPlay. Users can now access the conversational interface by tapping a new Gemini icon displayed during active navigation. The feature allows drivers to ask multi-step questions, find stops, report traffic, and request route adjustments using natural language.

The update is currently available to users in the United States, with a global rollout currently underway as of October 21, 2026.