Tired of CarPlay’s limitations? Here’s how I built a smarter and more flexible infotainment setup using an iPad.

Please be careful.

Always keep your eyes on the road. Use your device only when not driving, or use Siri to do the tasks for you. I am not responsible for any damages.

Download Shortcuts + App

Shortcuts are made for settings app Birgthess, volume, contrast, make font larger, open apps like Music and Maps. You can change it directly in Shortcuts app.

Shortcuts also setup a wallpaper based on photo in album called CarPlay. I prefer Black wallpaper to my car, but also you can add what you like.

Download Speedometer App

Shortcuts Dashboard Icons

Download Speedometer app first.

Tesla Mode (Music / Speedometer App)

HomeCar

iPadOS 18 (or sooner)

Download Carplay ON Shortcut

Download Carplay OFF Shortcut

iPadOS 26

Download Carplay ON iPadOS 26 Shortcut

Download Carplay OFF iPadOS 26  Shortcut

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