I love the Android Auto experience, especially in its wired, USB-powered form. Out of the box, the feature is preconfigured quite well, but as ever with Android, a bit of customization goes a long way. Whenever I initially connect a new Android smartphone to my vehicle, I always tinker with a variety of settings to make things look and feel just right. By and large, there are three overarching settings I always adjust on Android Auto right from the get-go. Even if I leave all the other options in their default state, these three customization settings are non-negotiable in my eyes. Here are all three main changes I make to unlock the absolute perfect auto dashboard configuration. Automotive infotainment apps Trivia challenge From Apple CarPlay to Android Auto — how well do you know the apps powering your dashboard? Which company developed Apple CarPlay, and in what year was it officially launched? Which music streaming app was notably absent from Android Auto at launch but was later added after widespread user demand? Which navigation app, known for its community-based traffic reporting, is officially supported on both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto? What wireless technology allows Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to connect to a car without a USB cable? Which podcast app was one of the first third-party podcast platforms to gain official Apple CarPlay support? At WWDC 2022, Apple announced a major overhaul of CarPlay. What was the headline feature of this next-generation version? Google replaced the original Android Auto phone screen experience with a new app in 2019. What is that app called? Which automaker was the first to offer a fully embedded Google-built infotainment system, known as Google built-in, powered by Android Automotive OS? Your Score Thanks for playing! Customize the launcher Reorder your dashboard home screen