Added: 28 November 2018
In this day and age, it’s essential for drivers to be connected. If you’re a Skoda driver, you can take advantage of seamless connectivity thanks to Skoda Smartlink. If you’re keen to ensure your car is up to speed and geared up for the 21st century, here’s some useful information about Skoda’s impressive Smartlink system.
Skoda Smartlink is an innovative, in-car infotainment system, which basically gives you access to all the features on your smartphone when you’re behind the wheel. With Smartlink, you can connect your phone to your car with minimal effort, giving you access to everything you need on the go at the touch of a button. Whether you’re keen to make calls when you’re en-route from one meeting to another, or you’d like to access your personal playlists or emails, Smartlink enables you to tailor your driving experience. Smartlink supports a host of systems and technologies, including Apple CarPlay, Mirrorlink and Android Auto. With this forward-thinking tech, you can do anything from putting your tunes on to navigating your way with turn-by-turn directions via your central display.
Branded as the ‘ultimate co-pilot’, Apple CarPlay provides you with a safer, faster, and simpler means of using your Apple smartphone while you’re in the car. With Skoda Smartlink, you can access all the apps you use on a regular basis via your car’s display. Input your destination for accurate directions, pop some music on to pass the time or send messages without taking your eyes off the road for a second.
Mirrorlink enables you to exhibit and control your smartphone apps via your in-car display. All you need is a USB lead, and you’re good to go!
If you have an Android phone and your Skoda offers Smartlink technology, you can access the Android platform in the car. Simply connect your phone, and then use your display or voice control settings to open and use your apps on the road.
Today, we tend to live life on the go. We’re never still for long. With smartphone technology, we are able to work, communicate and enjoy multiple forms of entertainment when we’re out and about. If you’re reliant on your phone, Smartlink enables you to access all the features and apps you use on a regular basis while you’re in the car. You can put music on, get directions to a destination or make a call without taking your eyes off the road, touching your handset or searching for numbers or postcodes. This is a simple, convenient, effective, and most importantly, safe way of staying in touch and getting connected while you’re on the road. Whether you spend a lot of time behind the wheel for work purposes, or you’re one of those drivers who likes to use their journeys to catch up with friends, Smartlink could be an ideal addition to your car.
If you’re interested in Skoda Smartlink, or you’re keen to book a Skoda service in Yeovil and find out more, why not contact us at Heritage Skoda today?