Google’s new version of Android Automotive will move beyond infotainment
Summary
Google plans to expand Android Automotive OS beyond in-car entertainment into full software-defined vehicle control, aiming to reduce software fragmentation across models. The initiative includes an open-source release later this year, OTA updates for faster feature delivery, and partnerships with Renault and Qualcomm, though automakers may hesitate to move away from bespoke systems for safety and integration reasons.