Anyone who has ever used Android Auto has likely experienced this issue at some point: you get a call on your phone, pick it up, and then... nothing. You can't hear the person talking, or perhaps you can hear them, but they can't hear you. After having this happen to me randomly on several occasions, I decided to dig deeper into the problem and found a few potential solutions that should help get rid of it once and for all. Ensure Android Auto has all the right permissions Make sure nothing is blocking access One of the easiest things to rule out is whether Android Auto has all the permissions it requires. If calls used to work but now randomly don't, this could be the culprit, as Android privacy updates can sometimes automatically revoke permissions for apps, and Android Auto requires a surprising number of permissions for calls to work. Head over to your phone's Settings > Apps > App Management (the wording and location may differ slightly on your device). Scroll down to Android Auto and open Permissions. Here, make sure Call logs, Contacts, Microphone, Nearby devices, and Phone are all allowed. To completely rule out potential permission issues with Android Auto, I recommend allowing all the permissions listed. Aside from Android Auto, you should allow all permissions for Google Play services as well. It's also worth pointing out that there's a system-wide option for microphone access, which you can configure in Android's Privacy settings or through the Quick Settings panel. However, if the microphone works in other apps, this isn't the culprit. Check whether a different Bluetooth device is stealing your calls Even your watch could be the culprit Although Android Auto uses a high-bandwidth Wi-Fi connection to communicate between your phone and your car's head unit for