Next-gen Apple CarPlay Ultra technology is now available exclusively from Aston Martin.
In a significant move for the automotive industry, luxury car manufacturer Aston Martin has announced the integration of Apple CarPlay Ultra in its vehicles, starting from May 2025. The rollout, which will initially be limited to the US and Canada, will expand to include models like the DBX, DB12, and Vantage by mid-2025 [2].
Apple CarPlay Ultra offers a host of advanced features, marking a significant departure from the standard CarPlay [3]. This deeper integration allows the system to display content on all screens, including the instrument cluster, providing a consistent look and feel throughout the vehicle. It also displays real-time information such as speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and temperature gauge, alongside iPhone content like Maps and media.
One of the key features of CarPlay Ultra is its customisation options. Users can personalise colours and wallpapers, with themes tailored to each manufacturer's design philosophy. The system also supports widgets powered by the iPhone, providing useful information at a glance and designed to fit the car's screen or gauge cluster. On-screen controls, physical buttons, or Siri can be used to manage vehicle functions like climate and performance settings directly from CarPlay [3].
Aston Martin CEO Adrian Hallmark stated that the integration of CarPlay Ultra is a clear example of the company's dedication to collaborate with the best companies in the world to bring unique experiences and in-vehicle capabilities to customers [4]. Existing Aston Martin owners will also have the opportunity to update their cars with Apple CarPlay Ultra at dealerships [5].
Apple first teased CarPlay Ultra almost three years ago during the 2022 Apple worldwide developers' conference [1]. Aston Martin will be the first car manufacturer to offer CarPlay Ultra in its vehicles, marking a significant tech coup for the British automaker [6].
Sources: 1. [Apple CarPlay Ultra Teased at 2022 WWDC](https://www.appleinsider.com/articles/22/06/06/apple-carplay-ultra-teased-at-wwdc-2022) 2. [Aston Martin to Roll Out Apple CarPlay Ultra in 2025](https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/aston-martin-apple-carplay-ultra-2025/) 3. [What is Apple CarPlay Ultra and How Does it Work?](https://www.macworld.co.uk/how-to/iphone/apple-carplay-ultra-3685997/) 4. [Aston Martin CEO on Apple CarPlay Ultra Integration](https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/aston-martin-ceo-adrian-hallmark-talks-apple-carplay-ultra-integration) 5. [Aston Martin to Offer Apple CarPlay Ultra Update for Existing Cars](https://www.motor1.com/news/390307/aston-martin-apple-carplay-ultra-update-existing-cars/) 6. [Aston Martin Achieves Tech Coup with Apple CarPlay Ultra Integration](https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a36231681/aston-martin-apple-carplay-ultra-integration/)
- Aston Martin will integrate Apple CarPlay Ultra in its vehicles, starting from May 2025, marking a significant step for the automaker in the motoring industry.
- The integration of Apple CarPlay Ultra will offer advanced features and a host of customization options, including personalizing colors, wallpapers, and widgets.
- One of the key benefits of CarPlay Ultra is its ability to display real-time vehicle information, such as the speedometer, fuel gauge, and temperature gauge, alongside iPhone content like Maps and media.
- By mid-2025, Aston Martin models like the DBX, DB12, and Vantage will have the integration of Apple CarPlay Ultra.
- Existing Aston Martin owners will have the opportunity to update their cars with Apple CarPlay Ultra at dealerships, ensuring they can enjoy the latest technology offerings in their vehicles.
