How to Connect and Read a USB Drive in a Car

[Sandy]

There are two USB ports in the armrest box, and another one can be found after opening the panel below the central control screen. Only FAT32-formatted USB 2.0 drives with a capacity of 8GB or less can be recognized. After inserting, press the media button and ensure the format is MP3. After inserting the USB drive, you should switch the audio source to USB, and then you can play the songs from the USB drive. Using a USB drive to play music in a car is very convenient.

[DeQuinn]

I often help friends with this issue. First, you need to ensure the USB drive is formatted correctly—most car systems support FAT32 format, avoid NTFS as the car might not recognize it. Use an 8GB or 16GB capacity USB drive; larger capacities are more prone to issues. Then, insert the USB drive into the car's USB port, usually located in the glove box or under the center console. After insertion, turn on your car's infotainment system, navigate to the media or music option, and select the USB source. If there's no response, try restarting the vehicle or checking if the port is loose. Sometimes, incompatible file types can cause read failures—for example, video files may require specific formats like MP4. Safety tip: Don't operate the USB drive while driving; pull over to test it. It's best to format the USB drive and back up data before connecting to prevent data loss.

[OClayton]

I always listen to music using a USB drive while driving. It's simple: first, format the USB drive to FAT32 or exFAT on your computer, ensuring the files are in supported formats like MP3 or WAV. The USB port in the car is usually located near the steering wheel or inside the center console. Then, press the media button on the car's screen or touch to select the USB as the playback source. If there's a delay in reading, it might be due to poor USB quality or too many files—try reducing the number of songs to under 500. If you encounter issues, don't panic; restarting the car's infotainment system and the USB drive usually fixes it. A useful tip is to choose a high-quality USB drive to avoid overheating, and keep the capacity under 32GB to prevent compatibility issues. Also, regularly clean up files on the USB drive to maintain its quick response.