GM Unveils New In-Vehicle Software Experience
Redesigned Chevy and GMC pickups to debut new system with improved Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration later this year
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GM's 2027 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra will feature two new V-8 engines with 402 and 481 horsepower.
GM worked with Apple and Google on a new split-screen approach for CarPlay and Android Auto.
GM's new UI features a splitscreen view for CarPlay and Android Auto.
GM's new system will feature a splitscreen view for CarPlay and Android Auto, allowing drivers to access functions while still seeing vehicle gauges.
Story published. Redesigned Chevy and GMC pickups to debut new system with improved Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration later this year
General Motors is launching a new in-vehicle software experience for its customers, starting with the redesigned Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickup trucks later this year. The new system offers convenience, customization, and improved integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The new software experience is designed to provide a user-friendly interface similar to a smartphone, allowing drivers to easily access and control various functions. Sebastian Bauer, a former Apple and Google executive, is leading GM's digital experience operations under design rather than software.
One of the key features of the new system is the significant visual upgrade for GM's Super Cruise advanced driver-assistance system. The system will show objects, such as other vehicles or pedestrians, on the driver cluster screen, even when in a hands-free situation. This feature is intended to provide drivers with a better understanding of their surroundings, even when their hands are off the wheel.
The new system will also improve integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, allowing both systems to operate as needed for drivers without taking over the entire screen. This is a major update, as infotainment and connectivity remain the least reliable parts of the vehicle across the U.S. automotive industry, according to J.D. Power's 2026 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study.
## Why it matters The new software experience is a significant step forward for GM, as vehicles become increasingly digital. The company has revamped its organizational processes to put its digital experience operations under design rather than software, led by Sebastian Bauer. The goal is to create a seamless and intuitive user experience for drivers, reducing cognitive load and providing relevant information at the right moment.
The new system is designed to proactively surface relevant controls without requiring drivers to navigate several screens or menus. This can apply to various functions, such as opening or closing a garage door, answering a call, or other features. By providing a more user-friendly and integrated experience, GM aims to improve the overall driving experience for its customers.
## What happens next The redesigned Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickup trucks will be the first vehicles to debut the new software experience later this year. As the automotive industry continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how GM's new software experience is received by customers and how it compares to other manufacturers' offerings.
