Google has released Android Auto 15.4 beta, marking a significant update focused on resolving critical connectivity issues affecting several Android phones. It also lays the groundwork for Material 3 Expressive Design implementation. This update arrives following the controversial Android Auto 15.1 stable release, which introduced Material 3 theming but faced user pushback on certain design choices. The Android Auto platform has undergone substantial changes in recent months, with version 15.1 introducing a comprehensive Material 3 Theme overhaul.

Google released a new major Android Auto 15.1 update to the beta channel. While the previous major update featured a fresh new theme — with material 3 colors, new icons, icon shapes for toolbar, and animations — Android Auto 15.1 comes with improvements to the theme following users complaints. The update also adds code for the upcoming Material 3 Expressive design language from the search giant.