Automakers grapple with Apple's expanding CarPlay influence and restrictions
GM's plan to phase out Apple CarPlay in favor of its own infotainment system is driven by short-term profit motives, despite widespread user dissatisfaction and CarPlay's popularity among consumers. GM's in-house system is criticized for poor reliability and limited functionality, which may lead consumers to avoid GM vehicles altogether. The article argues that GM's rationale for abandoning CarPlay is unconvincing and that the move could harm its reputation and sales in the long run.
