Toyota has announced that it's officially adopting SmartDeviceLink (SDL) for its next-generation in-car electronics, six-odd months since first announcing it was-taking a look the platform. In addition to Toyota's news, Ford has announced today that a number of other automakers are officially considering SmartDeviceLink, including PSA Peugeot Citroën, Honda, Mazda, and Subaru. In many ways, AppLink and SmartDeviceLink go head-to-head with CarPlay and Android Auto, all of which are designed to bring phone apps and functionality to the dashboard.



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