Messaging with Google

You can use your messaging service while on the move. When you receive a new message, the sender’s name will appear on the touchscreen. Tap and let Google dictate the message. Google will then ask if you want to reply. Say yes and dictate the message to Google. You can review the message and if you’re happy, send it to the recipient.

If you want to send a message, tell Google that you want to send a message and to whom. Dictate the message and, again, Google will let you review it before you tell it to send the message.

Android Auto call

Using Android Auto in your car to make calls couldn’t be simpler. Tap on the phone icon on the screen and tell Google to call the person you want to talk to. When you have finished your call, press end on the touchscreen or the end call button on your steering wheel.

Apple CarPlay calls

Apple CarPlay uses the contacts on your iPhone to help you make calls when you’re on the move. Tap the Phone icon then tell Siri to call your contact. and when finished, simply tap end on the touchscreen or press the end call button on the steering wheel.

Apple Maps

Tap the Apple Maps icon to activate it and it will find your location. Finding a route couldn’t be easier. Press the voice command button on your steering wheel, or tap the microphone icon in the upper right hand of the screen to activate Siri and you can now ask it to find you your place or type of place such as a café or a particular address. Siri will then plot you a route, simply tap go.