general Motors is expanding its in-vehicle entertainment offerings with the native rollout of Apple Music for select 2025 and 2026 models across the Chevrolet and Cadillac brands.The integration arrives as GM increasingly steers away from smartphone projection systems like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, focusing instead on proprietary infotainment solutions . This move provides drivers with direct access to millions of songs and a host of audio content, coupled with a notable eight years of complimentary streaming thru OnStar Basics.The change signals a broader industry trend toward automakers delivering more self-contained digital experiences within the vehicle.
General Motors is expanding in-vehicle entertainment options, announcing the rollout of a native Apple Music app for select 2025 and newer models in the United States and Canada. The move comes despite the automaker’s recent decision to phase out support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in its latest vehicles, signaling a shift towards proprietary infotainment systems.
The integration, which GM confirms will be gradual, begins with Chevrolet and Cadillac brands. The Apple Music application is being automatically installed on compatible vehicles and operates independently, eliminating the need for smartphone connectivity. This represents a growing trend of automakers seeking to deliver seamless digital experiences directly within the car.
According to GM, the app provides access to millions of songs, personalized playlists, exclusive content, live global radio stations, and tailored recommendations. Unlike traditional smartphone-based integrations, Apple Music is now fully integrated into the vehicle’s multimedia system, leveraging the car’s processing power and high-performance audio systems for an enhanced listening experience.
Cadillac owners will benefit from the integration of spatial audio with Dolby Atmos on certain models. GM promises a precisely calibrated, three-dimensional sound experience optimized for the vehicle’s interior acoustics – a key feature for luxury vehicles.
Drivers can begin streaming music immediately upon entering the vehicle and control Apple Music using the car’s voice assistant, all without needing to reach for their phones. The app is currently available in the 2025-2026 Cadillac CT5, the 2025 Escalade IQ, and the 2026 Vistiq.
Chevrolet models receiving the Apple Music app include the 2025-2026 Blazer EV, Equinox EV, and Silverado EV, as well as the 2026 Corvette, Tahoe, and Suburban.
Perhaps the most notable aspect of the announcement is the inclusion of eight years of free audio streaming through OnStar Basics. This connectivity package, standard in both the U.S. and Canada, provides access to music, audiobooks, podcasts, and news applications without requiring a smartphone Bluetooth connection or incurring additional costs.
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