Connecting Android Auto to your car and watching YouTube is easy with the CarTube app. Here is your step-by-step guide.

Prerequisites

  • AA Store or AAAD should be installed.
  • Android phone with Android 8.0 or above.
  • Car with a touch screen display.

How to Install CarTube

Step 1: Download

The easiest way is to use AAAD (Android Auto Apps Downloader) or AA Store.

  1. Open AAAD/AAStore.
  2. Select CarTube.
  3. Allow installation from unknown sources.
  4. Install.

Step 2: Add to Android Auto

  1. Open Android Auto on your phone settings.
  2. Go to Customize Launcher.
  3. Ensure CarTube is checked and "Application Mode" is set in Developer Settings if needed.

Developer Settings Tip

If apps don't appear:

  1. Open Android Auto settings.
  2. Tap "Version" 10 times to enable Developer Mode.
  3. In Developer Settings, enable "Unknown Sources".

Comparison

  • CarTube: Dedicated app, optimized UI.
  • Screen2Auto: Full phone mirroring.
  • CarStream: Another dedicated YouTube client.

Safe Usage

Use responsibly. Only watch videos when the car is stationary.