How to Add CarTube on Android Auto?

Connecting Android Auto to your car and watching YouTube on the car's screen is easy with the Cartube app. All you need to do is download and install Cartube for Android as explained.

1. Download & Install Cartube for Android [Step Guide]

• Download Cartube
• Add Cartube to Android Auto

Other than the Cartube app, there are many 3rd party Android Auto Apps & wireless Android Auto adapters that allow you to watch YouTube on Android Auto.

2. Alternative Software Solutions

• CarStream apk
• Fermata Auto apk
• AA Mirror apk
• AA Stream
• Screen2Auto

3. Wireless Android Auto Adapter

• Ottocast AI Box [Set up Step Guide]
• Carlinkit TBox

Download & Install Cartube for Android [Step Guide]

Prerequisites to install CarTube:

• AA Store should be installed
• CarTube controller should be installed.
• CarTube installer should be installed
• Your Android phone should be Android 8 or above.
• Should have a car screen with a touch display

Step 1: Download Cartube APK

As the initial step, you need to download and install Cartube for Android from a trusted source. GitHub is the most trusted source to download Cartube apk. To do that,

1. Go to the phone settings
2. Find security & privacy
3. Look for the unknown sources & enable it
4. Then, tap on

5. Confirm the installation
6. Wait until the installation is done
7. Disable the enabled "download from unknown sources"

You need to enable unknown sources on your Android. Android OS only prefers and allows you to download and install any app from the Google Play Store. Therefore, to download and install Cartube app, you need to do this. Once downloaded & installed the Cartube app, you can disable this for your security & privacy reasons.

Step 2: Add Cartube apk on Android Auto App

Now it's time to wrap up things at the Android Auto app. All you need to do is:

• Open Android Auto
• Go to the Android Auto settings
• Find Version and permission info and tap it on 7 times
• Scroll to the bottom & click the "3 dots"
• Go to the developer settings
• Go to application mode
• Tap and enable the developer mode by ticking on it
• Go to the Android Auto app customize launcher
• Launch Cartube to Android Auto or it will be automatically launched when installed

After finding "Application mode", click and select the developer which is the last setting on Android Auto to add this particular app called Cartube YouTube apk.

CarTube supported Android versions:

• Android 8. x
• Android 9
• Android 10
• Android 11
• CarTube Android 12 works with beta versions

Alternative Software Solutions

1. CarStream apk (CarStream YouTube apk)

CarStream apk is another third-party software solution. It allows you to play YouTube on Android Auto.

How to set up CarStream apk on Android Auto?

Simply:

1. Tap on:

2. Read the How to Watch YouTube in CarStream Without Root [Step Guide]

2. Fermata Auto apk (Fermata Android Auto apk)

Fermata Android Auto apk also lets you play YouTube on Android Auto. Moreover, it also lets you add any app to Android Auto too.

How to set up Fermata Android Auto?

1. Tap on:

or visit Fermata Auto Official Website

2. Read the How to Add Fermata Auto on Android Auto [Step Guide]

3. AA Mirror apk (Mirror AA apk)

Android Auto Mirror or Mirror AA apk also lets you play YouTube on Android Auto via mirroring. Moreover, via mirroring, it also lets you stream Netflix on Android Auto.

How to set up Mirror AA Android Auto?

1. Tap on:

2. Read the How to Add AA Mirror on Android Auto [Step Guide]

4. AAStream

AA Stream is another famous mirroring app for Android Auto which has the roots of AA Mirror. It can also be used to screen mirroring on Android Auto cars. Like other mirroring apps, AA Stream also requires root access for your Android device. AA Stream gives you the best mirroring experience while driving your Android Auto car.

3. Screen2Auto

This is the next famous mirroring app for Android Auto.

Screen2Auto is a combination of two famous mirroring apps, Android Auto Mirror and Android Auto Stream. Streaming and mirroring are the main features here. Screen2Auto can be downloaded easily, and it also requires rooting your Android device.

Wireless Android Auto Adapter

Ottocast AI Box Wireless Android Auto Adapter

How to set up Ottocast AI Box Wireless Android Auto adapter?

Step 1: Purchase Ottocast wireless Android Auto Adapter

Step 2: Connect the Ottocast wireless adapter to your Android phone

Imagine how you've equipped an Ottocast wireless Android Auto adapter. To connect it to your phone, you need to:

• Turn on Bluetooth
• Turn on WiFi
• Then the Ottocast wireless adapter will connect to your phone via Bluetooth and send the WiFi credentials
• Then the adapter will disconnect from the Bluetooth network and operate solely over WiFi

Step 3: Connect the Ottocast wireless adapter to your car

To do that:

• Connect your phone to the adapter and wait until Android Auto appears on the screen.
• Open your web browser and enter the address 192.168.1.101
• If an update is available, click on it to begin the update process
• Wait until the update progress bar reaches 100%
• Once the update is complete and Android Auto reappears on the screen, the update process is finished

Carlinkit TBox

Carlinkit wireless Android Auto adapter is a simple, handy, and easy-to-use product that has become popular among car enthusiasts. It can be simply connected to your car with the USB type C connector. If you are eager to watch YouTube, Netflix, or Android Auto, this would be the best product for you.

Why should you choose it?

Compatible Android devices: Android 11, 12, 13, 14, and upcoming 15

Compatible cars: 2016 and above cars.

Prerequisites: Works with Built-in Android Auto cars

• Smart design
• Easy connectivity via USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and support 4G network
• Support video streams like Netflix, YouTube, Hulu, etc.
• Connects automatically

Step guide (with Hands-on Experience)

• Unbox Carlinkit T Box and connect it to the car using USB cables
• Then you will get connected to it and show the”Autokit” named application on the car screen.
• Tap on it, then automatically, you will be connected after you connect your mobile to the car via WiFi or Bluetooth.
• Then, scan the QR code and go to App menu
• Now you can select any app, such as YouTube, Netflix, or any app

Potential Risks & Precautions in Using CarTube

• Software Updates: If doesn't download and installed with a trusted source, Google may block frequent updates to such apps
• Device Security: If doesn't download and installed with a trusted source, your device will be highly prone to viruses such as Malware
• Car Warranty Issues: If you use such apps after downloading and installing from untrusted sources, you'll face issues like this.

FAQs Related to Cartube Android Auto

What is the Cartube Android app?

Cartube is a third-party apk that allows you to play YouTube videos in car via Android Auto. Learn more about Cartube

How to watch YouTube on Android Auto using Cartube?

1. Download Cartube app from GitHub
2. Open Android Auto app
3. Go to the Android Auto settings
4. Find Version and permission info and tap it on 7 times
5. Enable developer mode
6. Launch Cartube on Android Auto
7. Add Cartube on Android Auto

Is Cartube Android safe to download & install?

Yes, downloading & installing Cartube on your Android with trusted sources is safe. That's the reason to download & install the Cartube app from GitHub.

Does Ottocast work with all cars?

Ottocast wireless Android Auto adapter works for cars only with a factory-installed wired CarPlay or Android Auto system.

Does the Ottocast wireless adapter work with Mazda?

Ottocast Compatible Cars:

• Android Auto-enabled Ford
• Android Auto-enabled Chevrolet
• Android Auto-enabled Mercedes
• Android Auto-enabled Toyota
• Android Auto-enabled Subaru
• Android Auto-enabled Honda
• Android Auto-enabled Benz
• Android Auto-enabled BMW
• Android Auto-enabled Nissan
• Android Auto-enabled Cadillac
• Android Auto-enabled RAM
• Android Auto-enabled Peugeot
• Android Auto-enabled Lincoln
• Android Auto-enabled Volkswagen
• Android Auto-enabled Volvo
• Android Auto-enabled Mazda
• Android Auto-enabled Porsche
• Android Auto-enabled Audi
• Android Auto-enabled Lexus

Is Watching YouTube on Android Auto Legitimate & Safe?

• Google's Android Auto Policy: The official Android Auto app does not allow video playback with any of its services., so you cannot add YouTube to Android Auto by default.
• Safety reasons: Focusing on entertainment apps like YouTube is highly dangerous while driving. The unofficial top, method to watch YouTube on Android Auto is only can be used only when your vehicle is parked.
• Security risks: Involving and searching top methods to watch YouTube in the car via Android Auto is risky. That is because you need to download these top apps with third-party sources. So, it is highly prone to viruses such as malware. So, always keep in mind to download these third-party top apps from a trusted source such as GitHub.

What are the safer Alternative Apps to Watching YouTube on Android Auto?

If you are an official support seeker and require entertainment, consider the following:

Officially, Google's Android Auto allows YouTube Music on Android Auto. So, you can listen to your favorite music or podcasts even while driving with default Android Auto apps such as:

• YouTube Music
• Spotify

About David Williams

Senior Editor at AAHacks

David is a passionate software developer, tech specialist, tech writer and Android Auto expert, bringing the latest insights and guides to enhance your in-car experience. With years of experience in automotive tech, he simplifies complex topics for everyday users.

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