Chevy, Cadillac, and GMC Electric Vehicles Set to Feature In-Car Video Streaming Worldwide

This feature is currently offered in vehicles such as the Chevy Blazer EV SS and Cadillac Optiq, however, it will be rolling out to additional models through an update.

Many General Motors electric vehicles, as well as some gasoline-powered models, will now have the capability to enjoy streaming videos through their in-car entertainment systems.
It functions properly when stationary, allowing you to enjoy movies and even play games while your vehicle charges.
Chevrolet states that it will provide applications such as Amazon Prime Video, Max, Google Chrome, and Angry Birds.

A representative from General Motors told InsideEVs that Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac will introduce streaming video services for entertainment purposes on the screens inside their electric vehicles.

This indicates that you will have the capability to watch videos from sources such as Amazon Prime Video, Tubi, and Max when your vehicle is being charged. After the feature launches, you can incorporate additional services through the "Pass Time While Parked" segment of the Google Play Store. Additionally, you’ll be capable of playing games like Angry Birds or surfing the internet with Google Chrome.

We were already aware that this would affect vehicles like the Cadillac Optiq, Chevrolet Tahoe and Chevrolet Suburban, however, during the launch of the Blazer EV SS (reviews forthcoming), Chevy mentioned that this feature will also be available for current EV owners. This is great news if you own one of these vehicles. Equinox EV , Blazer EV or GMC Sierra EV The owner, although the spokesperson did not verify particular models slated for it.

However, the deployment will likely be extensive since most of the Ultium vehicles (or whatever they're called following the demise of the 'Ultium' brand) share similarities in their software capabilities.

The Chevy Bolt However, it differs significantly as it lacks the Google Built-In infotainment system with access to the Google Play Store. So, keep your expectations low in this area. You might need to be patient regarding this. The upcoming Bolt set for release later this year .

Not surprisingly, Chevy verified that the streaming video features will function solely when the vehicle is stationary. These seem intended for use during charging pauses, and I believe they’ll be a valuable feature. My own Blazer EV doesn’t charge particularly quickly, and over a 1,200-mile journey, I found myself spending considerable downtime reading articles on my smartphone. Actually, I was so keen on having this functionality that I installed a complete Firefox browser into my car manually. Of course, I wouldn’t advise granting unauthorized applications entry to your car’s entertainment system; however, I merely wished to test whether it could operate properly.

However, you won’t require a workaround for much longer. Chevrolet has announced intentions to release an expanded entertainment upgrade by the end of the month, likely introducing this feature to additional vehicles. This move aligns with the wider automotive sector’s shift towards enhancing in-vehicle entertainment options.

Tesla and Mercedes both provide gaming and streaming options through their infotainment systems, with Mercedes going further by including TikTok. Similarly, Rivian allows for YouTube streaming along with various other services.

Considering GM aims to establish itself as a major player in automotive software, it makes sense that they would roll out these features across their entire model range. Although I'm not particularly fond of waiting for 40 minutes during a journey, I must acknowledge that having access to entertainment options like watching videos would make the wait much more enjoyable. Veep while I wait.

Contact the author: Mack.Hogan@insideevs.com .

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Chevy, Cadillac, and GMC Electric Vehicles Set to Feature In-Car Video Streaming Worldwide

This feature is currently offered in vehicles such as the Chevy Blazer EV SS and Cadillac Optiq, however, it will be rolling out to additional models through an update.

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