Google Replaces Assistant With Gemini AI in Cars, Bringing Smarter Voice Control and Real-Time EV Insights

Google is replacing Assistant with its Gemini AI in cars featuring Google built-in, bringing smarter, natural voice conversations, real-time EV battery insights, charging station recommendations, and owner's manual integration — rolling out now to eligible U.S. vehicles in English.

• Gemini is replacing Google Assistant in cars with Google built-in, enabling natural, free-flowing conversations for navigation, messaging, music, and vehicle settings control.
• Gemini integrates directly with manufacturer-provided owner's manuals to answer vehicle-specific questions and offers real-time EV battery insights and charging station recommendations via Google Maps.
• The update is rolling out via software to both new and existing eligible vehicles, starting with English-language users in the United States, with more languages and countries coming soon.