Android Auto's big 2026 makeover is full of small but helpful upgrades.

Your Android Auto is due to get a slew of new updates in 2026, and some of these will be significant improvements over how the system previously worked.

Android Auto's latest update offers a more personalized and customizable in-car experience. The software now adapts to various infotainment screen sizes and allows for custom widgets. Video streaming from apps like YouTube will be available in select parked cars later this year.

Alongside other announcements at Google I/O 2026, the company showcased new design features coming to media apps in Android Auto.

Alongside various other announcements at Google I/O 2026, we’re getting a deeper preview of major media app changes on

I/O Edition," Google shared the future of Android Auto, as well as Cars with Google built-in (Android Automotive). There are big changes coming to both, but Android Auto is getting what they are referring to as a "full refresh.

Google has recently confirmed that YouTube is coming to Android Auto later this year, and these are the things you must know because the launch is happening

6 Android Auto apps I wish I found sooner, because they make every drive easier

Android Auto has more to offer than just Spotify and Google Maps. There's a whole range of apps that you can use in your car. Here are a few of our favorites.