iOS 16 CarPlay's update now allows you to fill your car's tank without many any physical contact with the cashier. This new system enhancement was revealed by the iPhone maker during the Apple WWDC (World Wide Developers Conference) 2022.
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An Apple CarPlay screen is seen in a Mercedes-Benz car during the press day of the 84th International Motor Show which will showcase novelties of the car industry on March 5, 2014 in Geneva, Switzerland.
"iOS 16 enhances iPhone with all‑new personalization features, deeper intelligence, and seamless ways to communicate and share," said the giant tech firm via its official iOS 16 Preview post.
The new iOS 6 update for the popular CarPlay service can also benefit gas stations, allowing them to receive payments from drivers via their car's infotainment center.
iOS 16 CarPlay Now Lets You Fuel Your Car Contactlessly
According to 9To5Mac's latest report, the new contactless fuel payment feature is under the "fuel and driving tasks" app category.
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The new Apple's CarPlay touch-screen with commands is seen inside the Volvo Estate concept car displayed at the Swedish carmaker during the press day of the Geneva Motor Show in Geneva, on March 4, 2014. Apple announced that autos will roll out this year with CarPlay technology making iPhones helpful road-trip companions.
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Thanks to these efforts, iOS application developers can now create new apps designed to provide features that can benefit car owners.
These include access to toll road information, as well as apps that can get towing assistance. Of course, the new contactless fuel payment is the most intriguing one.
HF Sinclair, a gas station chain in the United States, said that it plans to use the new feature of the iOS 16 CarPlay. The fuel company added that it would greatly help them since the new enhancement can assist drivers so they can reach HF Sinclair gas stations easily.
Aside from the new contactless gas payment function, drivers can take advantage of other benefits of the iOS 16 CarPlay update.
Other iOS CarPlay Enhancements
Apple said that the new CarPlay version covers all of the screens, offering drivers a more cohesive infotainment experience.
The iOS 16 CarPlay update also offers deep communication with the vehicle's systems. Thanks to this, car owners can now have more control over their radio and HVAC.
Aside from these, there are also new levels of personalization that allow iOS 16 users to choose their gauge cluster design, such as brand-specific options.
You can visit this link to see further information about the new iOS 16 CarPlay update.
On the other hand, Facebook iOS users were having an issue with their app's Dark Mode features.
Meanwhile, the recent iOS 15.5 updates allowed the Wallet App to have the Apple Account Card tech.
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