Apple Maps EV Routing CarPlay Expands to Toyota Vehicles
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* Toyota adn Apple Maps EV Routing: Toyota is now offering Apple Maps EV routing for vehicles from 2023 and newer. This means Apple Maps can now calculate routes for Toyota EVs, factoring in charging needs along the way.
* How it works: Apple Maps EV routing considers elevation changes and other factors to identify suitable charging stations. It can also provide real-time availability for some charging providers and, if the battery gets too low, route the driver to the nearest compatible charging station.
* Automaker Integration is Key: This feature requires specific integration between the automaker (Toyota in this case) and apple to access the vehicle’s battery status.
* Slow Rollout: The implementation of this feature across different automakers has been slow.
* Recent Toyota BEV News: The article mentions a recent addition of Toyota BEVs (Battery Electric Vehicles) from 2023 and newer. A link is provided to a related article: https://9to5mac.com/2022/10/22/new-2026-toyota-bz-is-surprisingly-affordable/
* Image: The article includes an image of a Toyota bZ vehicle.
