GM Overhauls In-Cab Software for Its Best-Selling Pickups, Brings Back CarPlay

General Motors is rolling out a significantly redesigned user interface for the infotainment systems in its highest-volume pickup models, and the update marks the return of Apple CarPlay to those vehicles. The new software is set to appear first in the next-generation Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra full-size trucks, according to the company. This move signals a shift in GM’s software strategy after previously opting to phase out phone mirroring on many of its electric models.

The revamped interface aims to be more responsive and easier to navigate, with a layout that prioritizes frequently used functions. GM has not yet detailed the full feature set, but the inclusion of CarPlay addresses a key request from many truck buyers who rely on their smartphones for navigation, messaging, and media. The decision to bring CarPlay back comes as automakers continue to balance proprietary software development with customer demand for seamless phone integration.

By updating its most important trucks first, GM is clearly targeting a massive audience—these pickups are among the best-selling vehicles in North America. The new UI will likely set the tone for future updates across the brand’s lineup. While the exact rollout timeline beyond the initial models remains unclear, the announcement underscores the growing importance of software in modern vehicles, even in segments traditionally focused on capability and utility.