Carplay is the technology with which Apple allows you to integrate the iPhone with the infotainment system of our cars and, since it is very popular among users, Tim Cook's boys work to always have the best operational version. That is why they have corrected one of the most frustrating failures.
They will do it in their next update of iOS 18.4. The function of Electric vehicles routes In Apple Maps it has been one of the most prominent for drivers who need to meet load stations on their way, but until now it had an important limitation that affected some of the most popular models in the market.
Routes for Electric Vehicles on Maps
With the new version of the operating system, Apple will finally allow drivers of certain electric cars to plan their routes taking into account Tesla supercarganadores, something that until now was not possible.
Currently, the planning function of Apple Maps routes It is available in vehicles such as Ford Mustang Mach-E, Ford F-150 Lightning and Porsche Taycan. However, although Ford began sending adapters that allow the drivers of Mach-E and Lightning models to use Tesla supercargers, Apple Maps has not been updated to Recognize this compatibility. As a result, until now users could only receive indications for CCS load stations, completely ignoring that they could also use the Tesla stations with the corresponding adapter.
In the beta of iOS 18.4, code has been discovered that indicates that Apple Maps will finally take into account this change. The application will show notices such as “You need to use a load adapter on this route” or “Tesla Nacs adapter” is required, which will allow drivers to plan their trip in the best way. At the moment, the function is not enabled in the beta, but it is expected to be activated in future versions before the official launch of iOS 18.4, scheduled for April.
iOS 18.4 will come out in April
In addition to this improvement in Carplay, iOS 18.4 will bring other relevant changes for drivers. Among them, an update is expected in the carplay interface that will include a Additional Applications Row on the home screen in compatible vehicles. Although Apple has kept secret the details about which models can take advantage of this change, it is expected that the accessibility and personalization of the experience in the car is expected.
Route planning for electric vehicles in Apple Maps is a key function for many users, since it allows you to integrate cargo stops automatically into travel. In addition to calculating the best route, the system takes into account factors such as the car battery level, the speed of the chargers, the elevation of the terrain and the driving speed. With the new update, this tool will be even more precise and useful for those who depend on Apple Maps on their daily journeys or long trips.
The launch of iOS 18.4 in April will mark a before and after in the driving experience with Carplay, especially for electric cars. The compatibility with Tesla supercargators was a constant demand by users, and with this update, Apple finally solves one of the biggest limitations of its navigation system. Now, it only remains to wait for the function to activate in the beta to know in detail how it will work and what other adjustments could reach in future versions.
