CarPlay Ultra’s first trial reveals a deeply integrated, Apple-like experience

Syndication May 15, 2025

CarPlay Ultra’s first trial reveals a deeply integrated, Apple-like experience

The first trial of CarPlay Ultra in an Aston Martin has deemed Apple’s in-car upgrade a massive success, even if car manufacturers will be wary of handing over the UI reins.

Person driving a car, displaying 52 mph on the dashboard. A navigation screen shows a route on a road with a yellow divider and blurred scenery.

CarPlay Ultra in an Aston Martin – Image Credit: Top Gear/YouTube

On Thursday, Apple finally made CarPlay Ultra available to use. Shipping initially in the Aston Martin, the next-generation interface expands the iPhone-based interface across multiple displays on the dashboard, and promises a more cohesive experience for drivers.

In an initial try-out of CarPlay Ultra in a YouTube video, Top Gear explores the new expanded interface, as well as the challenges it faces.

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