Can a car without CarPlay be retrofitted with it?

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Yes, a car without CarPlay can be retrofitted. The retrofitting methods are as follows: 1. Installing a module: As the name suggests, this involves adding a CarPlay module to the original car's infotainment system, available in both wired and wireless versions. The advantages of this method are simplicity and convenience, as it does not damage any of the car's original wiring, has low costs, supports control via the car's original buttons, retains the original system, allows for dual-system switching, does not affect any of the car's original functions, and does not void the car's warranty. It can be considered the best method for retrofitting CarPlay. However, this method requires that your car supports the installation of a CarPlay module. 2. Replacing the head unit: If the car does not support adding a CarPlay module, another way to install CarPlay is to replace the head unit, completely swapping out the original car's infotainment system. However, this method is only recommended for cars with very basic original infotainment systems, such as those with only a radio, or if the original system is deemed very unsatisfactory. Otherwise, this method is not advisable because it can damage the original infotainment system, disrupt the car's original wiring, render original functions unusable, and may affect the car's warranty. Therefore, we recommend the module installation method for adding CarPlay.