Overview

• iOS 26 will introduce AirPlay video to CarPlay, allowing users to stream videos from their iPhones to the vehicle display when parked.
• Playback will be disabled once the car moves, as the iPhone detects vehicle motion to prevent distracted driving.
• Both standard CarPlay and the premium CarPlay Ultra—introduced last month in Aston Martin models—will support AirPlay video once automakers deploy the necessary software updates.
• Additional CarPlay upgrades in iOS 26 include redesigned icons, new widgets for calendar and smart home controls, and enhancements to Music, Messages and Live Activities.
• Electric vehicle drivers will gain in-dash entertainment during charging stops, matching functionality that Tesla and other manufacturers already offer natively.