Honda and Acura will integrate Google Gemini assistant
Honda and Acura are integrating Google Gemini AI into their infotainment systems across several 2025 and 2026 vehicle models. The update allows for more natural, conversational voice commands and context-aware assistance, replacing the standard Google Assistant.
Why it matters
This integration represents a significant shift in automotive user experience, moving toward more sophisticated, generative AI-driven interfaces in consumer vehicles.
Honda and Acura are deploying the Google Gemini artificial intelligence assistant across several vehicles equipped with Google Built-In. This update notably applies to the Honda Civic, Accord, CR-V, Pilot, Passport and Prelude, as well as the Acura ADX, MDX and ZDX.
Gemini is gradually replacing the current Google Assistant and aims to enable more natural voice interactions. The system can retain conversational context, understand more complex requests and ask follow-up questions when a command lacks specifics.
More-conversational voice controls Until now, drivers generally had to frame requests fairly precisely to get a proper response from the infotainment system. With Gemini, Honda says that drivers can use everyday language and ask follow-up questions without having to repeat previously provided details.
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