If you're an iPhone user and want to replace BMW's native maps with Waze, make and receive WhatsApp messages while driving or stream music from Spotify or Apple Music, CarPlay is an obvious solution. Using Siri you can ask for directions, skip to the next track, send voice messages or makes calls, without taking your hands off the wheel or your eyes off the road. Hi this has also happened to me since I updated the app. I can’t get it to come back in my car. Spotify please fix this. I can’t be without my music in my car!! I don’t think it’s a car issue as I had no problems before this and also my Bluetooth for calls etc works fine. When I plug my phone is via usb the Spotify app comes up. I can no longer see the Spotify App in my BMW media list. I can only listen to spotify from the bmw bluetooth audio option. I've tried pairing an iPhone and the app appears on iDrive. For my android issue I deleted the App data and cache of both Bmw ConnectedDrive and Spotify app. I also unpaird the bluetooth connection between my smartphone car.
BMW customers with a Premium Spotify account and a compatible vehicle can now stream Spotify music directly in their BMW without having to use a Smartphone app.
- The customer must sign in from the vehicle for the first time only, which can be done by scanning a QR code on their mobile device or manually entering their user name and password using the iDrive.
- Data charges are covered by BMW. That is, Connected Music with Spotify uses the vehicle’s embedded cellular connection, and not the customer’s data connection, to stream music.
Every journey needs an epic soundtrack. When you’re on the road, it’s easy to bring Spotify along for the ride.
Here are some ways to play Spotify in the car:
Note: Some cars require Spotify Premium.
Many car media systems offer a Spotify app built into the stereo. Check out Spotify Everywhere to see which ones.
Don’t worry if your car’s not listed, you can check with the manufacturer, and there are plenty of other ways to play in the car listed below.
Go wireless and play Spotify on Bluetooth supported car stereos.
Find out more about setting up Bluetooth.
Car view
When you connect your phone to your car’s Bluetooth, car view automatically turns on.
You see larger, driver-friendly icons in the Now Playing view, and you can quickly change what plays with Choose Music at the bottom of the screen.
To disable Car view:
- Tap Home .
- Tap Settings .
- Under Car, switch Carview off.
You may be able to use an AUX or USB cable to directly connect your mobile or tablet to your car.
Note: Check with your car’s manufacturer to make sure you have the correct cable.
Connect your Android mobile to Android Auto compatible cars.
For help setting up, visit the Android Auto Help Center.
Connect your iPhone to Apple CarPlay compatible cars.
For help setting up, visit the Apple CarPlay support site.
For your safety
Only use your mobile device when allowed by law and when conditions permit safe use. Set up Spotify before you drive and avoid interacting with your device while the car is in motion.
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Check out I can't play Spotify in my car for troubleshooting help depending on your issue and connection type.