How do I activate Car-Net?
To activate your Car-Net system, you begin by downloading the Car-Net app for iPhone from the Apple App Store or the Android app from the Google Play Store to help get connected. Or you can press the i-Button located on the overhead console to start a 6-month trial. It allows you to conveniently use selected apps and content right in your Volkswagen. They are transmitted to the display of the infotainment system and can be comfortably and clearly controlled within your line of vision. That makes it incredibly easy to access music, news, maps or audiobooks, for example.With Volkswagen Car-Net® App-Connect at your disposal, you can connect your car to your smartphone seamlessly. Connect your phone through Android Auto®, Apple CarPlay® or MirrorLink® to see your maps, messages, music and other apps displayed seamlessly on your dash.
Can Car-Net unlock my Car?
With Volkswagen Car-Net, you can control your vehicle from virtually anywhere. The range of features means you can remotely lock or unlock your doors, honk your horn, flash the lights, or even locate your car. Using Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay™ compatibility, the VW Car-Net® system uses your smartphone’s interface combined with that of your Volkswagen model for easier access to navigation around Springfield, safety features, and your favorite music-streaming apps. Stay safe, informed, and entertained with VW Car-Net®.
What is Car-net in VW?
What Is Volkswagen Car-Net®? Volkswagen Car-Net® helps you stay connected to your car and your smartphone no matter where you go. Volkswagen Car-Net® is a suite of connected car features that’s available on select trims of some of the most popular new Volkswagen models including the Passat, Jetta, and Tiguan. Car-Net® integrates seamlessly with VW App-Connect, which brings smartphone apps directly to your car’s infotainment screen via Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, or MirrorLink®. This means you can: Access Music and Podcasts: Stream your favorite playlists or podcasts through apps like Spotify or Apple Music.
How much does Car-net cost?
After a six-month free trial, Car-Net costs $17. Two-year ($378) and three-year ($540) contracts represent a cost savings and are options to consider in the long run. Volkswagen Car-Net App-Connect is the only category of features which is free without the Car-Net Subscription. After those five years are over, you can continue service for $20 a month, just like the first Car-Net® iteration. Some 2020 Volkswagen vehicles, like the new Tiguan, have an integrated 4G-LTE Wi-Fi hotspot. Right now, Verizon is the only provider, but there are plans to expand to other providers.