Porsche announced today that Taycan models in the US are adopting Apple Maps EV routing in CarPlay, a feature that will direct Taycan owners to nearby electric vehicle charging facilities.
The Apple Maps EV Routing option will allow Taycan users to plan travel routes that include stops for charging. Before now, Taycan owners had to exit “CarPlay” to create a route that included charging stations.
Taycan vehicles include Porsche Charge Map, which is designed to optimize stops based on expected charge status upon arrival at destination, traffic conditions, and average speed, but Apple Maps EV guidance is now available as an alternative for those using CarPlay.
Apple Maps EV Routing uses real-time vehicle information to help customers get to their destination, recommending stops and charging when necessary. Apple Maps analyzes elevation changes along the route and other factors to determine when to suggest stopping charging, and if the car’s battery is critically low, it will provide a route to the nearest compatible charging station.
Porsche says “Apple Maps” EV routing is available to U.S.-based Taycan owners who have the latest My Porsche app installed on their iPhone.
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