How to Add CarPlay to Old Cars?

Are you still using your old car without CarPlay? No worries! Today you can learn how to add CarPlay to old vehicles. Then you can access mobile apps using your Apple CarPlay.

How to Install CarPlay on Your Car? – Step Guide

  • Check your old CarPlay compatibility.
  • Select a touch screen, head unit, or portable CarPlay screen to set up your old vehicle.
  • Get other required accessories and tools like USB cable, wire stripper, panel removal tools, etc. (If needed only because it depends on the new carplay device you choose.)
  • Disconnect the battery of your vehicle.
  • Remove the existing car setup if you try to embed a head unit.
  • Install your new head unit or touch screen (touchscreen is portable, so no complex installation process)  
  • Connect your iPhone to the new infotainment system
  • Then test your new carplay system to see whether it works.
  • Reset the car’s dashboard settings.

Hardware Solutions to Get CarPlay?

The following listed the hardware methods to add CarPlay on your car.

Wireless CarPlay Touch Screen 7 Inch

Wireless CarPlay 7-inch touch screen is a CarPlay-enabled upgrade solution for car owners who don’t have CarPlay. You can use this as Wireless CarPlay for older cars.

Features

  • Plug-and-play installation process
  • 7-inch touch-screen display
  • It can connect wirelessly to your iPhone
  • It supports Android phones as well
  • With wifi and Bluetooth connectivity, you can have wireless CarPlay
  • Improved rear-view camera experience
  • It is compatible with all car models
  • FM transmission

Universal 10.26-Inch Wireless CarPlay Screen

If you are looking for any method to add CarPlay to your old car to add apps to Apple CarPlay, we recommend using the Universal 10.26-inch wireless CarPlay screen.

Features

  • It has a 10.26-inch touchscreen radio display
  • You can use Bluetooth, WiFi, AUX, or SD cards to connect this hardware
  • It integrates with both Android and iOS products
  • Wireless CarPlay is available
  • It consists of an inbuilt radio system
  • This touch-screen is compatible with any car model
  • Plug-and-play installation process

Tesla Head Up Display

Tesla HUD is for Tesla car owners, because they face the same issue with the unavailability of CarPlay.

Features

  • Tesla Model 3 Hud: HD display with 1920×720 resolution for a clear view for Tesla Model Y and Model 3
  • Tesla Model 3 Hud: HD display with 1920×720 resolution for a clear view for Tesla Model Y and Model 3
  • Plug and Play: it is a plug-and-play gadget, connect HUD to the Tesla USB port.
  • PLAID Mode UI: Wireless CarPlay interface and steering wheel control.
  • User-friendly interface: day and night mode options can be applied to the screen