Apple's Next-Gen CarPlay Faces Adoption Hurdles Despite Punch-Through Feature

Automakers hesitant to cede control of interfaces; Punch-through UI offers a potential compromise.

Next-gen CarPlay aims to unify car displays, integrating deeper with vehicle systems.
Automakers retain control over key functions using the punch-through UI feature.
Mercedes-Benz and other brands remain skeptical, prioritizing their own systems.
Only Aston Martin and Porsche have committed to adopting the new CarPlay, with no launch dates yet.
Wireless-only connectivity and stability concerns present additional challenges.