Gemini Is Now in Your Car — And It’s Way Smarter Than Google Assistant
Google is rolling out Gemini, its powerful new AI assistant, to Android Auto—and it’s a major upgrade over the aging Google Assistant. Available in 45 languages globally, Gemini brings next-level voice control and real-time intelligence to over 250 million cars worldwide.
From Basic Commands to Full-On AI Conversations
Until now, Android Auto’s voice assistant could only handle the basics—setting a destination, playing music, adjusting settings. Now with Gemini, drivers can do much more. You can ask Gemini to find addresses buried in emails, summarize group chats, or even book restaurants with specific filters, like pizza places known for their spicy sauces.
Need to reply to a message in another language? Gemini can translate it on the spot and send your response.
Smarter Navigation, Simpler Charging, Better Conversations
For EV drivers, Gemini brings even more value. It can locate charging stations by specific networks, and you can even ask to avoid ones with long wait times. It pulls data from your Google Calendar, Keep, Tasks, and Samsung equivalents—giving you a personalized assistant that understands your day.
What used to be clunky, one-way commands now feel more like a fluid conversation. You ask, Gemini understands, follows up, and delivers.
Beyond Android Auto: Coming to Android Automotive OS
Google’s integration doesn’t stop with smartphones. Gemini will also power infotainment systems that run Android Automotive OS, starting with Volvo and Polestar. So even without a connected phone, your car will have Gemini baked in.
This isn’t just an update—it’s a rethink of how drivers interact with their vehicles. With Gemini, Google is aiming to make in-car AI feel less like a tool—and more like a co-pilot.
