Audi Introduces First Native In-Car Spotify App Developed with Cariad

Audi Rolls Out Native Spotify Application

Audi has announced that it is the first automotive manufacturer to introduce a dedicated, native Spotify application for its vehicles. The new platform was co-developed by the music streaming service and Cariad, the automotive software company belonging to the Volkswagen Group.

Unlike template-based solutions found in other systems like Android Automotive OS, or smartphone projection interfaces such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, this new application was built from the ground up. According to Spotify representatives, the development team designed the interface pixel by pixel to closely resemble a desktop or laptop user experience, utilizing the vehicle's large infotainment displays.

Key Features and Passenger Display Integration

Audi states that the native application brings several popular features to the car for the first time in a native format, including:

• Real-time lyrics display
• Music videos (accessible on front-seat passenger screens while the vehicle is in motion, provided passenger screens are specified)
• Spotify Jam
• Spotify DJ
• QR code scanning to join listening parties or create ad-hoc road trip playlists

Safety restrictions remain in place for the central infotainment display; features such as music video playback are blocked as soon as the vehicle begins moving.

Voice Control and Availability

Music playback can be controlled using Audi's AI-powered voice assistant by utilizing the "Hey Audi" command to search for tracks or switch playlists.

• Availability: The application can be downloaded from the Audi Application Store free of charge.
• Requirements: Users must have an active Spotify account and a smartphone to sign in.
• Model and Market Specifics: Specific model compatibility, regional roll-out schedules, pricing details, and broader Volkswagen Group availability have not been announced.

How to Verify

Readers can verify the official announcement by checking Audi's official media channels and press releases regarding software updates and the Audi Application Store.