Android Auto is getting a redesigned interface and Dark Mode
The redesigned bottom bar also offers a way to better utilize screen real estate. Since Android Auto is a scalable experience, made to work on many types of displays with different sizes, aspect ratios, and resolutions, the UI design changes are aimed at making the app a consistent and well-optimized experience across the board.
Speaking of UI changes, Dark Mode is also a thing now in Android Auto. It's more of a visual change, rather than functional, but it should make using the app during the night a bit easier on the eyes. Google says that the new dark theme was designed to utilize more colorful accents and easier to read fonts to further improve visibility and reduce eye strain.
The update seems to depend on a server-side switch, as is often the case with Google services, and not on the app version you're running. Still, you can check if you're on the latest version by heading to the Google Play Store.
The new Android Auto update has started rolling out in the UK and US, so other regions where the service is available should start receiving the new features in the coming days/weeks.
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