Welcome to the design hub for all things Android Auto, including the Android Auto standalone app, Android Automotive OS, and cars with Google built-in. See tools and guidance to help you bring the best of Google to the car in a simple, scalable way.
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Create seamless, scalable experiences for the car

Android Auto lets drivers project their favorite phone apps to the car screen. Just connect a phone and go.
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Android Automotive OS leverages the power of Android to configure customizable in-car experiences that are scalable to every screen.
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Google built-in integrates services like Gemini, Google Maps, and Google Play into your custom infotainment experience. (Google built-in customers only)
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Keep drivers informed and entertained

Make every in-car experience a breeze with Android Auto and Android Automotive OS.
Entertain drivers and passengers with music, podcasts, and audiobooks on the go.
Design a media app
Help people find and explore more on the go, like new places to play, fuel, charge, and shop.
Design a navigation app
Design seamless calling and messaging experiences for the car.
Design a communication app
Offer a suite of apps from Android developers, from weather to web browsing and more.
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Encourage fun while parked with apps for web browsing, videos, games like Angry Birds 2 and Farm Heroes Saga, and more.
Design for parked experiences
Offer a secure, phone-based key that allows drivers to lock, unlock, and start their vehicle without needing a physical fob.
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Get started

Safety is key. Explore our design principles and visual examples to help you create great experiences for the car while also minimizing driver distraction.
Our design guidance help you create driving-optimized infotainment experiences.
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Learn about the system user interface (UI) and features for projected apps.
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Learn how to create scalable experiences for every screen size.
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Find building blocks like grids, tabs, and buttons to design Android Automotive OS experiences.
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Experiences built with Android Automotive OS leverage Google's research, road testing, and compliance with government and industry driver distraction guidelines.