YouTube Premium’s new Android Auto Audio Control feature launched

YouTube has started rolling out a new feature for Android Auto, through which users can now control YouTube content from the dashboard of their car. This update is especially useful for those who prefer to listen to audio, such as podcasts, interviews or educational content, instead of watching video while driving.

Under this new integration of Android Auto, if a YouTube video is playing on your smartphone, its audio will start appearing in the car’s media control panel. This allows users to easily manage content without touching the phone, which is a very safe option while driving.

What will users be able to do?

With the help of this feature users can:

1. Can play and pause video audio
2. You can skip to the next video
3. Can use steering wheel controls

However, it is important to note that this is not a full YouTube app. Users cannot search or browse videos on the car screen, nor is video playback possible. It is completely limited to audio experience, so that there is no distraction while driving.

Only for Premium users
This feature is available only for YouTube Premium subscribers. Background playback is a paid feature, which is required for this integration. Free users will not be able to take advantage of this feature.

Why is this feature special?
Nowadays, many people use YouTube to listen to music and podcasts. With this update, it has become easier to control the content while driving, which also maintains safety and improves the user experience.

What could happen next?
Although this feature is limited right now, it indicates that more advanced features can be seen on Android Auto in the future. Google is gradually making the car ecosystem smarter, so that users can get a better and safer digital experience.