Adding CarPlay to your Flutter app

As smartphone and car integration advances, technologies like Android Auto and Apple CarPlay have emerged, allowing apps to be directly accessed via car entertainment systems. This piece delves into integrating Apple CarPlay functionality into a Flutter app, highlighting the need for Apple’s specific approval and the restrictions on app categories eligible for CarPlay. The article outlines the technical steps for adding CarPlay to a Flutter app, using a fast-food ordering app as an example, and emphasizes the importance of realistic expectations due to Apple's stringent approval process. While integrating CarPlay can enhance an app's user experience, developers must be prepared for potential delays in obtaining necessary permissions.