This is great news, since the Polestar 2 is one of the first Android Automotive vehicles to hit the road. Polestar is showing that it’s not actually that hard to update the operating system and keep it up to date.
So what’s new with Android Automotive OS 11
The changelog isn’t that long for Android Automotive OS 11, but Polestar says that there are some in-car functionality improvements like: Connectivity stability improvements, improved radio reception, navigation stability improvements for GPS location and fix for interruption of navigation when switching profiles. And there are also some improvements to the Polestar app functionality. Including the State of Charge showing in real-time now and being available while it’s charging. Other than that, there’s just the main features that Android Automotive OS 11 provides. Which honestly, is not a whole lot. We took the Polestar 2 for a drive last year, and it was a pretty incredible experience. Think about how great Android Auto works wired or wireless, but now you don’t even need to have your phone with you. That’s what Android Automotive unlocks for everyone. It’s truly a great experience, and we’re going to be seeing more and more vehicles with Android Automotive in the future. Volvo, which is Polestar’s parent-company, has already installed Android Automotive in its other EVs. That includes the Volvo XC40 Recharge and the new Volvo C40. Among others that will be launching in the coming years. GM has also added it to the HUMMER EV which is launching very soon. Ford is also adding it to its vehicles, starting with the F-150 Lightning EV.
