Android Auto™
for Lucid
Android Auto Compatibility for Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity
Android Auto¹ allows you to seamlessly connect your Android™ phone with your Lucid’s in-car display, so you can use your favorite phone features and apps with minimal distraction. Android Auto is available both wirelessly and via USB for both Lucid Air and Lucid Gravity.
Getting started
To use Android Auto in your Lucid, you’ll need to have an Android phone with Android 9.0 (Pie) or higher, an active data plan, and a compatible USB cable if you intend to plug in your phone.
If your phone has Android 11 or higher, you can use Android Auto wirelessly without connecting your phone to your vehicle. View a detailed list of everything you need to get started at support.google.com/androidauto.
To connect Android Auto:
Have your device with you
Ensure the Pilot Panel is on
If connecting wirelessly, ensure Bluetooth is on
If connecting via USB, have a supported USB cable
If you plan to use Gemini² or Google Assistant, make sure it is enabled on your device
Watch Our Android Auto Tutorial
Connecting to Android Auto
Option 1: Wirelessly
Pair your Android phone to your Lucid in your vehicle’s Connectivity settings. To find these settings, go to Settings > Connectivity > Bluetooth > Add Device.
The first time you connect wirelessly, a message will appear on the Pilot Panel prompting you to launch Android Auto. Tap Confirm, and Android Auto will be projected onto the Right Cockpit Panel.
After that, every time your Lucid detects your paired phone, it will automatically connect, and Android Auto will open on the Right Cockpit Panel.
Option 2: Via USB
You can plug a USB cable that’s connected to your Android phone in to one of the USB ports in your vehicle.
USB ports in Lucid Air
You can use the ports in both the front and rear console in Lucid Air.
USB ports in Lucid Gravity’s front console
Android Auto is only supported when using the USB ports in Lucid Gravity’s front console.
The first time you connect via USB, a message will appear on the Right Cockpit Panel prompting you to launch Android Auto. Tap Confirm, and Android Auto will open on the Right Cockpit Panel.
Launching Android Auto
Once your Android phone is paired with your Lucid, you can launch Android Auto with just one tap. First, go to Settings > Connectivity > Devices and find the Android phone you want to use in the list of paired devices. Check to make sure the Android Auto icon next to the phone’s name is gold, meaning it has been selected. If not, tap it to enable Android Auto for that device. You’ll then find handy shortcuts for launching Android Auto right on your in-car display:
In Lucid Air
Tap the Android Auto icon on the right side of the Right Cockpit Panel.
In Lucid Gravity
Tap the Android Auto icon in the Status Bar on the Clearview Cockpit.
Full Screen Mode
Android Auto for Lucid Gravity has an additional display setting that allows you to hide the Status Bar. To do this, tap the Full Screen icon in the top-left corner of Android Auto. The Status Bar will disappear, and Android Auto will remember this setting.
To make the Status Bar reappear, tap the icon again.
Activating Google Gemini or Google Assistant
Option 1: Voice button
You have three options for activating Gemini or Google Assistant. The first is the Voice button.
In Lucid Air
Long-press the Voice button pictured above on your steering wheel.
In Lucid Gravity
Long-press the Voice button pictured above on your steering wheel.
Note: You can still activate Lucid Assistant, your Lucid’s native voice assistant, by short-pressing the Voice button.
Option 2: Mic icon
The second way to activate Gemini or Google Assistant is by tapping the Mic icon on Android Auto:
Option 3: Voice activation
The third way to activate Gemini or Google Assistant is just by saying, “Hey Google” whenever Android Auto is active.
Returning to Lucid UX
There are two ways to return to Lucid UX, your Lucid’s native infotainment system:
Option 1: On-screen button
In Lucid Air
By tapping the Home button on the left side of the Right Cockpit Panel.
In Lucid Gravity
By tapping the Android Auto icon in the Status Bar.
Option 2: Lucid tile
In Android Auto, there is a Lucid tile that appears at all times alongside the other apps from your phone. When you tap it, Android Auto will disappear and your vehicle will return to Lucid UX.
Disconnecting from Android Auto
From the Pilot Panel, tap Settings > Connectivity > Devices, then tap the Android Auto icon next to the name of the phone that is connected to Android Auto. This will unselect the icon, and Android Auto will disconnect.
Learn more about Android Auto at support.google.com/androidauto.
Frequently Asked Questions
What phones are compatible with Android Auto?
Android Auto is integrated into all phones running Android 9.0 (Pie) or higher, regardless of the manufacturer. Android Auto can be used wirelessly on any phone with Android 11.0, Google Pixel or Samsung phones with Android 10.0, and Samsung Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+, or Note 8 with Android 9.0.
Check the software version on your phone by going to Settings > About and scrolling until you see Android Version. If you are running an old version of Android, you might need to go to Settings > System > System Update.
Can I use Gemini or Google Assistant with Android Auto?
Yes, this is an advantage of using Android Auto. To invoke Gemini or Google Assistant, you can long-press the Voice button on your steering wheel or the Mic icon in Android Auto, or say, “Hey Google.” Learn more about talking to Gemini or Google Assistant here.
Can Android Auto take control of my car?
No. Android Auto is a projection of your smartphone onto the Right Cockpit Panel. It is an extension of your phone and can only do what your phone can do. It cannot operate your car controls or change your vehicle settings. However, Lucid Assistant is able to respond to some vehicle control commands, like changing your climate settings, opening your trunk, and more. You can invoke Lucid Assistant even when Android Auto is active by short-pressing the Voice button on your steering wheel.
Android Auto isn’t working. What should I do?
If your smartphone is running a compatible version of Android software and, if applicable, you have the Android Auto app installed, try the following steps and check whether Android Auto is working after each step.
Check the connection to your infotainment system:
If you are using a USB cable, make sure it is plugged in to your phone, then try multiple USB ports. Consider trying multiple cables in case the first one isn’t working.
If you are using a wireless connection on a compatible phone, make sure Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Location Services are on.
If you do not see a notification to launch Android Auto on the driver display, tap the Home button and launch it manually by tapping the Android Auto icon.
Restart your phone.
Learn more about troubleshooting Android Auto connection issues here.
What do each of the colors of the Android Auto icon in the Status Bar mean?
The Android Auto icon in the status bar can be one of four colors to let you know at a glance whether Android Auto is enabled and connected:
Dark gray – A dark gray Android Auto icon means that Android Auto is not available because no capable device is paired with your vehicle. To pair one, follow the instructions above.
Light gray – A light gray Android Auto icon means that Android Auto is available because a capable device is paired with your vehicle, but not connected to Android Auto. To connect to and open Android Auto, tap the icon.
White – A white icon means Android Auto is connected but not currently in use. To open Android Auto, tap the icon.
Gold – A gold icon means Android Auto is connected and in use.
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