Which car models are compatible with Huawei HiCar?
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Huawei HiCar supports a wide range of car models from brands such as Volvo, Geely, BYD, Great Wall Motors, Changan Automobile, Audi, FAW, GAC, BAIC, Chery, JAC, and New Baojun, with over 150 models currently in collaboration. Methods to connect Huawei HiCar to your vehicle: Huawei HiCar can be connected via Bluetooth, USB cable, or wireless connection. Once connected, it enables seamless integration between your phone and the car's infotainment system. Features include remote control of doors, windows, lights, and air conditioning, as well as vehicle-related services like refueling, traffic violation alerts, and parking spot photo-based car location. Beyond car connectivity, HiCar also integrates with smart home systems, allowing you to remotely monitor and control home devices such as windows, doors, lights, curtains, and air conditioning from your vehicle. Installing Huawei HiCar in standard vehicles: You can purchase a HiCar adapter box online and install it on your car's infotainment system, provided the system runs on Android OS. If the adapter box doesn't work, an alternative is to install a Huawei Smart Screen in your vehicle to access HiCar functionality. Currently, Huawei HiCar is primarily designed for integration in new vehicles, meaning existing cars may require retrofitting to support the HiCar system.
I've been following Huawei HiCar for quite some time. Its compatible vehicle models fall into three categories: those with factory pre-installation are mainly new energy vehicle brands and some domestic brands, such as the entire AITO series, BYD Han & Tang, and Geely Xingyue - these popular models come with HiCar pre-installed. For some joint-venture brand older models, you mainly need to purchase a Huawei car system upgrade package - for example, older Passat models can become compatible by replacing the car system. If the vehicle model is too old, you can buy a HiCar box for a few hundred yuan to plug in and turn it into a smart car system. I just installed the box on my Civic, and the navigation and music experience have improved significantly. I recommend checking the compatibility list directly on Huawei's official website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.