Touch only?

[icwhatudidthere]

Saw a quick demo video yesterday which showed touch screen integration. Is Android Auto touch only? Or can it integrate with a car's built-in controls like steering wheel controls or console knobs like the German cars all have nowadays?

 

[itinj6]

I read an article on here about Audi and Android Auto. Said it will be integrated into Audi's MMI system which uses a scroll wheel controller. I doubt, then, that it will be used only for touch screens. I also highly doubt that Audi, BMW, Merc, and any other car manufacturer that uses a scroll wheel will change their whole media systems next year to touch screens just for Android Auto. Article also mentioned steering wheel control integration. I think we should be alright

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[gosox13]

Yes, it works on my new Audi A6, but using the controller and touchpad on the car is awkward vs touch screen. Not sure yet how much I can do by voice instead of controller. I know I can say "ok google, drive to (location)" and that worked. But have not had a situation yet where Maps suggests alternate route to save time and whether I can agree by voice rather than fumbling with controls and taking my eyes off the road. It is a work in progress.