Going on long journeys by car can be a real martyrdom due to boredom. A situation that causes drowsiness in the user behind the wheel, who must stop in order to avoid misfortunes. Fortunately, there are navigation systems such as Android Auto that provide accessible driving while being entertaining, since it offers a way to watch YouTube in the car and enjoy all the content through CarTube.
The truth is that Google’s program for vehicles guarantees an easy way to control different aspects of the phone with the screen of your car. Establish routes with Google Maps to know the fastest route, listen to all kinds of podcasts and even answer phone calls or WhatsApp messages. However, the problem with Android Auto is that the functionality that has to do with YouTube is not integrated by default , but you have to go to an unofficial method for it.
Download CarTube for Android Auto
It should be noted that the applications that appear in Android Auto are those that are installed on your smartphone, although the system shows only and exclusively those that are compatible with the program and certified by Google itself. YouTube does not have this verification and that is why it is necessary to use applications such as AAStore (Android Auto Store) for it.
The operation of this app is quite simple and does not hide much difficulty. Its main mission is to download and install software that initially the US company does not allow. In the list of AAStore services we find CarTube together with CarTube Controller . An additional addition that is used to manage YouTube from the bottom bar of the interface. Next, we explain in detail how to get CarTube to watch videos in the car:
- Install AAStore on your mobile. This application does not appear on Google Play, so we have to resort to an APK for it. You can find it online, although there is a Telegram channel dedicated to the program where there is also the download link.
- Once integrated into the device, it’s time to open the store. A list will appear showing all the options available for Android Auto, although before that you must provide the necessary permissions to the system.
- Right at the start you will find both CarTube and CarTube Controller. Click on them and select Install.
- It is possible that a pop-up appears out of nowhere informing you that your smartphone does not allow the installation of unknown applications from the source in question. Tap on Settings and check the corresponding box.
- Then go back to AAStore and select Install.
How to use CarTube
Now that you have CarTube installed on your phone to watch YouTube in the car with Android Auto, it’s time to launch the application to learn how it works. The first thing is again to grant the appropriate permissions to the microphone, since it makes use of voice commands to facilitate the search for content.
An interesting feature is that it allows you to access your Google account to easily locate your subscriptions and favorite videos . To do this, click on Manage YouTube account and enter your credentials.
Of course, it is important to indicate that CarTube only allows video playback in motion when unlocking the pro version with a donation of at least 2 euros. It is not a considerable amount and you will be supporting the work of the developers, in addition to enjoying all the features of the application. Otherwise, you will only be able to view the platform with the car parked. Be careful, because doing it while you are on the move is illegal and could lead to a penalty, so do it taking into account the possible consequences.
On the other hand, we advise against looking at the screen while driving for obvious safety reasons. This is the reason why Google does not incorporate YouTube by default, since it interferes with the activity, but the truth is that the Internet giant intends to incorporate this tool in the not too distant future.
