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6 Android Auto apps that are essential when I'm off-roading - and most are free

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  • Android Auto now goes beyond roads, helping you explore outdoors.
  • Most of these apps offer offline use.
  • Some off-road vehicles already have Android Auto built in.

Android Auto is a fantastic companion for your daily drive, but it can be surprisingly useful other times, too – like long road trips. And thanks to a recent rise in developer support, it's even expanding beyond roadways.

There's a growing catalog of Android Auto apps designed to help you navigate and explore outdoors. Whether you're driving across the country in an RV, heading to national parks for some camping, driving off-road vehicles in a remote area, or just spending some time outside, Android Auto can help.

Also: 6 Android Auto apps I wish I found sooner, because they make every drive easier

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