You likely don't know this Apple CarPlay feature exists but it'll transform how you use it

Published on Dec 12, 2025 at 4:57 AM (UTC-5)
by Alessandro Renesis

Last updated on Dec 12, 2025 at 7:44 AM (UTC-5)
Edited by Amelia Jean Hershman-Jones

You likely don't know this Apple CarPlay feature exists but it'll transform how you use it
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There’s an obvious feature Apple CarPlay has implemented that could be a real lifesaver.

It seems simple, but the change it could make to daily life will be significant.

It not only saves time but also potentially saves you from an argument.

It’s the perfect way to avoid those ‘I told you this isn’t where we parked’ situations.

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Apple CarPlay offers the most obvious feature in the world, but obvious things are often underrated

Apple CarPlay has become controversial over the last few years.

Even before its ‘extreme’ version called Ultra – the one that fully takes over all screens in your car – several automakers were considering developing their own infotainment systems.

But this CarPlay feature is a lifesaver because it offers the most basic thing you’d want in a car – so simple that you might not have even thought about it.

Apple CarPlay works with Waze, Google Maps, and Apple Maps to keep the location tracker on when your car is parked.

Translated, if you forgot where you parked, which most people do, all you have to do is open your favorite navigation app, and you’ll find it.

This’ll potentially save drivers a lot of time.

And potentially an argument with your passenger.

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Why this is something you wish you’d done before

Even in countries with small roads and fewer cars, you can easily find car parks that are the size of a small town – especially at shopping malls.

Back when features like Apple CarPlay didn’t exist, people used to make mental notes, but that was pretty inefficient.

You might easily misremember – row A instead of row B, for example.

The problem is that some car parks are laid out like airports.

You’d assume Gate 1 must be close to Gate 2, but sometimes they’re a 30-minute walk apart.

It’s the same with rows and levels in multi-story car parks.

Fortunately, Apple has solved that problem for you.

Alessandro is an automotive journalist with 10 years of experience covering supercars, automotive history, emerging vehicle technology, and luxury transportation. He wrote the first article published on SupercarBlondie.com when the website launched in 2022 and has since built a reputation for insightful reporting across the automotive and transportation industries. His expertise is grounded in hands-on experience. Alessandro has driven every Tesla model ever produced, from the original Roadster to the Cybertruck, and regularly covers the latest developments in electric vehicles and automotive innovation. His passion for transportation extends beyond cars, he has even flown a Boeing 787 Dreamliner simulator in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. His reporting spans everything from classic American muscle cars and rare automotive discoveries to luxury yachts, private aircraft, high-end watches, and cutting-edge vehicle technology. Known for his deep knowledge of automotive history and ability to uncover the stories behind iconic vehicles, Alessandro brings readers a blend of historical context, technical expertise, and first-hand experience.