The End of a Partnership: Why Car Manufacturers Are Abandoning Apple CarPlay The news that some major car manufacturers are ditching Apple CarPlay in 2026 has sent shockwaves through the automotive and tech industries.
General Motors, one of the biggest players, is already removing support for CarPlay from its newest electric models, with plans to phase it out completely by 2028.
The Rise and Fall of CarPlay CarPlay was introduced over a decade ago, revolutionizing the way drivers interacted with their cars' infotainment systems.