Gemini begins limited rollout
Several users on Android Auto versions 15.6 and 15.7 have spotted Gemini showing up in their cars. The update functions as a server-side deployment which does not depend on any particular model or software version and exists only for beta testers at this time.
Those who received it are also seeing new Gemini-related settings, including one for sharing precise location data with the AI assistant. The completion of Gemini rollout will make it the standard voice assistant for Android Auto and vehicles with Google built-in.
A smarter, more natural co-driver
First announced in May 2025 during the Android Show ahead of Google I/O, Gemini was designed to make voice interactions more conversational and context-aware. It supports over 40 languages for translation, can remember preferred messaging habits, and understands context. All of this allows it to rephrase or translate messages automatically as you drive.
Gemini Live provides users with interactive AI on the road
The rollout also includes Gemini Live, which lets users start a two-way chat with the assistant using the phrase “Hey Google, let’s talk.” Unlike the smartphone version, Gemini on Android Auto keeps responses short and to the point to minimize distractions behind the wheel.
It can still send messages, control music, and handle navigation requests through extensions, just like the Google Assistant. The difference is that it now has a more human touch. The first reports of the feature say that the responses feel more natural and smoother compared to the Assistant.
What’s next for Gemini in cars
With over 250 million cars now supporting Android Auto, Google’s move to integrate Gemini marks one of its biggest AI rollouts to date. The assistant had already expanded across phones, tablets, and Maps earlier this year, and this latest update brings it full circle into the car.For now, access remains limited to a small group of beta users, but a broader release is expected in the coming weeks once Google collects early feedback. By the sound of things, though, Gemini in Android Auto already feels like a massive improvement to your driving experience.
