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You did it. You found that perfect 2024 Chevrolet Silverado to tick all of your boxes. However, you’re shocked to discover that your new Google built-in system with Google Maps, Play, and Assistant requires an additional subscription charge. It’s true, your Silverado will demand a fee to access the full suite.

Chevrolet Silverado buyers may end up with a $300 nastygram every year to use Google Maps in its built-in suite

Google Maps won its fight with Apple Maps hands-down. According to Medium, Google’s navigation app boasts 1.8 billion monthly users on average. By contrast, Apple Maps has around 29 million monthly average users. Understandably, then, many fans were delighted at the prospect of voice-activated Google Maps in their 2024 Chevrolet Silverado. But there’s a catch. 

According to Chevrolet, the Silverado includes Google built-in compatibility for 2024. The decision comes after GM dropped Apple CarPlay and Android Auto citing safety concerns. It was a controversial decision, angering the apps’ vocal proponents. Furthermore, Google built-in isn’t a no-cost option; users will require an OnStar account and a plan with Google connectivity. 

Tragically, users could end up spending around $300 or more per year just to use Google built-in in their Chevrolet Silverado pickup trucks. While the suite is helpful and easy to use, that subscription is a bit steep. 

Still, the hands-free functions are a safety-minded approach to a native infotainment system. Chevrolet says the functionality provides a “seamless hands-free experience.” All a driver does is wake the built-in system with the prompt “Hey Google,” followed by a command. For instance, to plot a route to the nearest hardware store, “Give me directions to the nearest hardware store.”

However, the price isn’t the only issue, either. Drivers in a MotorTrend review found they couldn’t send custom route plans from a computer or smartphone to the vehicle’s built-in system. Even with your login, you can’t access the custom routes you plan on Google Maps away from the vehicle. That’s not to say GM won’t include a facility for route-sharing in the future.

Check out this TikTok video from drakemoschkau of GM “explaining” its decision to drop Apple CarPlay and Android Auto for its new system.

@drakemoschkau

GM finally has an answer for why they’re ditching Carplay and it’s… safety? #carplay #gm #generalmotors #ford #honda #androidauto #cars #newcars #fyp

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Erik Sherman joined the MotorBiscuit team as an Autos Writer in 2022. An admitted petrolhead and an avid motorcyclist, Erik has owned everything from classic cars to motorcycles to modern driver’s cars. Erik also has extensive experience with military and emergency vehicles, ranging from ambulances and fire engines to MRAPs and M-ATVs. Erik is an eager car and motorcycle reviewer with experience covering everything from sports cars to pontoon boats and jet skis.

Erik holds a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations (IRG) from the University of Texas at Austin and has studied Chinese, Energy, and European Politics at the University of Glasgow in Scotland. Erik’s background is unorthodox; he is a United States Marine Corps (USMC) combat veteran, water survival practitioner, and a former firefighter/EMT. Additionally, Erik is a regular volunteer and former instructor with the American Red Cross (ARC).