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Upgrade Your Car with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Upgrading your car isn’t always practical, but upgrading your technology absolutely is. This April, Ringwood Mazda is helping drivers bring their current vehicles into the modern era with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto installation from just $495. It’s a simple, cost-effective way to transform your driving experience without replacing your vehicle.
What is Apple CarPlay & Android Auto?
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are smart in-car systems that connect your smartphone directly to your vehicle’s infotainment screen.
They allow you to safely access the apps and features you use every day, all through a simple, easy-to-use interface built for driving.
- Apple CarPlay is designed for iPhone users
- Android Auto is designed for Android smartphone users
Both systems mirror key phone functions onto your car’s display so you can stay connected while keeping your hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.
What You Can Do with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Key features include:
- Navigation made simple with Google Maps or Apple Maps, including real-time traffic updates and voice-guided directions
- Music and entertainment through Spotify, YouTube Music, Apple Music and more
- Hands-free communication for calls, texts, and messaging apps
- Voice control using Siri or Google Assistant
Why Upgrade Your Vehicle?
Adding Apple CarPlay or Android Auto is one of the easiest ways to modernise your car without the cost of upgrading to a new model.
Key benefits include:
- Improved driving safety with voice-activated, hands-free control
- Better navigation with live traffic updates and smarter routing
- Enhanced convenience by integrating your phone, apps, contacts, and messages
- Increased vehicle value thanks to upgraded in-car technology
- A more enjoyable driving experience every time you get behind the wheel
Book Your Service Today
Contact our team on (03) 9871 4340 to book your next service. Our Team will confirm if your vehicle is applicable for this upgrade.
FAQs
Is my vehicle compatible with this upgrade?
This upgrade is compatible with the following vehicles:
- MAZDA2, DJ / DL, 09/2014 to Current, Vehicles with MZD-Connect
- MAZDA3, BM / BN, 09/2013 to 12/2018, Vehicles with MZD-Connect
- MAZDA6, GJ / GL, 25/11/2014 to 03/2019, Vehicles with MZD-Connect (GJ1032 onwards)
- MAZDA CX-3, DK, 01/2015 to Current, Vehicles with MZD-Connect
- MAZDA CX-5, KE, 27/11/2014 to 01/2017, (KE Series 2 onwards)
- MAZDA CX-5, KF, 02/2017 to 10/2018
- MAZDA CX-8, KG, 04/2018 to 2024
- MAZDA CX-9, TC, 03/2016 to 2023
- MAZDA MX-5, ND, 05/2015 to 2019, Vehicles with MZD-Connect
Is this upgrade compatible with wireless Carplay / Android Auto?
This Carplay/Android Auto upgrade requires a USB cable connection to your phone.
Does the upgrade include a display screen? What is changed in my car?
This upgrade does not include a display screen. Your vehicle must have the MZD-Connect Display screen fitted from factory. We cannot retro fit a display screen to vehicles built without it. We replace the USB Hub and some cabling to your head unit, we also upgrade the software in the head unit to the latest version.