How to Add Google News on Android Auto?

Staying updated while behind the wheel shouldn’t be a struggle. Whether it’s breaking news, stock updates, or your favorite morning briefing, having Google News on your car display is a gamechanger.

However, many users find that the standard Google News app is restricted or missing from their Android Auto dashboard. In this guide, we’ll show you how to fix that and more importantly how to unlock the full potential of your car’s screen.

Quick Answer

Method 1: Use Google Assistant News Briefing (Official Way)

Once done, just say:

“Hey Google, play the news”

Android Auto will start reading your personalized news playlist.

Method 2: Customize News Sources for Better Results

Here’s where things get slightly less boring.

You can:

Why this matters: Because Android Auto doesn’t show headlines visually, your audio experience becomes everything.

Method 3: Use Podcast Apps as a Google News Alternative

Android Auto supports many audio apps including podcasts and news apps .

Better alternatives:

Troubleshooting Guide

Google Assistant not responding to the "Play the news" command

Solution:

• Ensure the Google Assistant is enabled. If not fix it as follows:

Settings > Google > Google Assistant > Hey Google & voice match

• Check whether you have a stable internet connection
• Restart the phone and connect to the Android Auto

News playback stops or doesn't start

Solution:

• Clear the cache of the Google app

Settings > Apps > Google > Storage > Cache > Clear cache

• Verify default news provider settings in Google Assistant

Assistant Settings > News > Manage > News preferences

• After doing so try playing first on your mobile and then connect to Android Auto

Google News not showing on Android Auto

Solution:

• Ensure that your mobile has installed the app
• See whether the app has launched on Android Auto

No audio while the news is playing

Solution:

• Check Android Auto audio settings and make sure the car’s volume is up
• Switch to different audio output in the car (e.g., Bluetooth, AUX, USB)
• Restart Android Auto and Google Assistant

Safety and best practices for using Google News on Android Auto

• To minimize distractions while driving, focus on voice commands instead of manually controlling
• Enable auto-play to avoid tapping while driving
• Use a good internet connection for premium use

Read also:

• How to Install ZLINK on Android Auto
• How to Add Weather & Radar on Android Auto