When you drive as much as I do to work, you get a good handle on what things you can do to make the commute smoother. For nearly the past year, I’ve flipped between using CarPlay and Android Auto while testing out the best electric cars.

Each platform obviously has its own perks, like how Google Maps runs much better on Android Auto than CarPlay. Having used Android Auto for the past year now, there’s still some things Google can improve on with each update — but there are also things you can do now that make the setup better.

While there’s always ongoing debate about Android Auto vs. CarPlay, I want to share some of my favorite Android Auto tips and tricks to make the most out of Google’s infotainment car experience. Here's what they are.

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