First cars running Android Auto software to roll out this year: Google

Executives demonstrated to developers on Wednesday how Android Auto acts like an extension of its popular mobile phone software.

San Francisco: Google Inc said on Wednesday the first cars running Android Auto will hit showrooms later this year, after the Internet search giant signed on 40 auto-industry partners for its car-software development alliance.

Executives demonstrated to developers on Wednesday how Android Auto acts like an extension of its popular mobile phone software and will be completely voice-enabled, allowing drivers to navigate maps and send messages while behind the wheel.

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