Apple wowed the automotive world when it launched its latest CarPlay infotainment system at this year’s Geneva Motor Show, but owners of older vehicles might not as impressed. In order to get a Ferrari or Volvo with CarPlay, you’ll need to plunk down the cash for a new model.
“The new system CarPlay is available only on new range cars and cannot be installed on older ones,” Ferrari said in an emailed statement to AppleToolbox.
Volvo’s stance on retrofitting older cars isn’t as definitive, but the outlook still looks bleak for current owners.
“We have not announced any plans for an aftermarket solution for Apple CarPlay. While I cannot reveal any potential future products, I can say that there are major roadblocks for this, both from a technical as well as from a usability point-of-view,” a spokesperson for Volvo said.
Mercedes-Benz, meanwhile, is working toward a CarPlay solution for older vehicles. However, the German automaker hasn’t announced when such an upgrade might be available.
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