Apple Music and Dolby Atmos now native to select General Motors cars
Apple Music is now available natively in select GM vehicles, including Cadillac models with Dolby Atmos audio.
General Motors has confirmed that Apple Music is now available as a built-in app in select Chevrolet and Cadillac vehicles. The update allows drivers to stream music directly through the car’s infotainment system, without using Apple CarPlay or connecting a smartphone.
As Autoblog reports, the rollout starts with certain 2025 and newer models and is already live via a software update in the US and Canada. More GM vehicles and brands are expected to follow. This move reflects a wider shift towards cars offering native apps rather than relying on phone mirroring systems.
Unlike Apple CarPlay, this version of Apple Music does not rely on an iPhone. Instead, it runs natively on GM’s software platform, OnStar, and connects through the vehicle’s built-in connectivity. According to General Motors, drivers get full access to Apple Music’s features, including over 100 million ad-free songs, curated playlists, exclusive content, live global radio, and personalised recommendations. Voice controls are also supported, allowing hands-free use while driving.
Tim Twerdahl, GM’s vice president of global product management, said, “We are bringing the Apple Music app to GM vehicles in a way that takes full advantage of our industry-leading audio capabilities. It’s the latest example of how we’re expanding entertainment choices built directly into our vehicles.”
Dolby Atmos support in Cadillac models
Cadillac vehicles receive additional features through this integration. As GM’s announcement explains, equipped Cadillac models support Apple Music’s Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos. This isn’t the first car to support in-built Dolby Atmos sound, with Hyundai announcing plans last month to feature Dolby Atmos in its latest SUV.
In vehicles like the 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ, this works alongside a 23-speaker AKG sound system with Dolby Atmos-enabled speakers. GM describes the result as a “studio-grade acoustic space”, where sound is placed more precisely around the cabin.
Which vehicles support Apple Music?
At launch, Apple Music is available in the following models:
Cadillac
- 2025 and 2026 CT5
- 2025 Escalade IQ
- 2026 VISTIQ (with Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos)
Chevrolet
- 2025 and 2026 Blazer EV
- 2025 and 2026 Equinox EV
- 2025 and 2026 Silverado EV
- 2026 Corvette, Suburban and Tahoe
- 2027 Chevrolet Bolt
As Autoblog notes, Buick and GMC vehicles are expected to receive the update at a later date. Apple Music appears automatically in supported vehicles after the latest software update. Existing subscribers can sign in using their current account, while new users can sign up directly through the infotainment system.
This announcement follows GM’s earlier confirmation that Apple CarPlay and Android Auto will be phased out in its electric vehicles. However, as reported by Autoblog, GM has clarified that both systems will remain in petrol-powered vehicles “for the foreseeable future”.
Built-in streaming services are becoming more common across the industry. Brands such as Tesla, Rivian, and Mercedes-Benz already offer native music apps, reducing the need for smartphone mirroring. GM’s Apple Music integration is another example of how in-car listening is evolving, with a greater focus on seamless access and higher-quality audio systems.