Aston Martin Introduces Apple CarPlay Ultra On DBX And Sportscars In North America

Aston Martin announced it is the first car manufacturer to roll out Apple CarPlay Ultra. The feature is now available on new orders of the DBX and sportscar models such as the Vantage, DB12 and Vanquish in the United States and Canada. Existing models equipped with Aston Martin’s next-generation infotainment system will receive the update in the coming weeks.

CarPlay Ultra extends its display beyond the central touchscreen to the driver’s instrument cluster. It allows users to access navigation, media and widgets across both screens. Speedometer and tachometer designs are customisable and users can select themes, wallpapers and layouts to match preferences.

Drivers can operate car features such as radio and climate control directly through CarPlay Ultra using touchscreen, physical buttons or Siri. The system also supports widgets powered by iPhone, designed to integrate with Aston Martin’s 10.25-inch infotainment display.

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Adrian Hallmark, Aston Martin CEO, said, “Aston Martin is delighted to have collaborated with Apple, and to be first to launch CarPlay Ultra. As a Brand our focus on world leading performance goes beyond the traditional attributes associated with powertrains, dynamic performance and craftsmanship. The integration of CarPlay Ultra is a clear example of the dedication to collaborate with the best companies in the world to bring unique experiences and in-vehicle capabilities to our customers. Building on our in-house state-of-the-art infotainment system, CarPlay Ultra will provide additional functionality and personalisation opportunities which place Aston Martin at the forefront of infotainment in the sector. “

The new CarPlay Ultra integration builds on Aston Martin’s in-house infotainment system, first introduced in 2023 with the DB12. The platform supports full online connectivity and gesture-based touch controls. Essential physical buttons remain for functions like gear and drive selection, ventilation and safety systems.

CarPlay Ultra will be rolled out to additional global markets over the next year. The system is standard on new DBX and core sportscar models ordered in the US and Canada from May 15, 2025. The update requires an iPhone 12 or newer running iOS 18.5 or later. Existing models with compatible infotainment systems will receive the update through Aston Martin’s dealership network.

Bob Borchers, Apple’s vice president of Worldwide Product Marketing, said, “iPhone users love CarPlay and it has changed the way people interact with their vehicles. With CarPlay Ultra, together with automakers we are reimagining the in-car experience and making it even more unified and consistent. The next generation of CarPlay gives drivers a smarter, safer way to use their iPhone in the car, deeply integrating with the vehicle while maintaining the very best of the automaker. We are thrilled to begin rolling out CarPlay Ultra with Aston Martin, with more manufacturers to come.”