Apple Music now available natively in GM vehicles with standard streaming; Cadillac debuts studio-grade Spatial Audio in Dolby Atmos

2025-12-15

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Apple Music is coming natively to GM vehicles. Starting today, the app begins rolling out to select 2025 and newer Cadillac and Chevrolet models, giving drivers direct access to millions of songs, curated playlists, exclusive content, live global radio, and personalized recommendations — all seamlessly integrated into the vehicle’s infotainment system. Availability across additional GM brands will follow.

This integration allows Apple Music to take full advantage of GM’s software platform, the vehicle’s processing power, and advanced audio systems. For Cadillac customers, it unlocks Apple Music’s leading library of Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos, transforming the cabin into an immersive, three-dimensional sound environment designed around the vehicle’s acoustics.

Audio streaming at no additional cost with OnStar

To make listening effortless, GM is making audio streaming standard through OnStar Basics for all 2025 and newer vehicles in the U.S. and Canada. That means customers can access their favorite music, audiobook, podcast, and news apps — including Apple Music — at no additional connectivity cost for eight years with their vehicle purchase.

“We are bringing the Apple Music app to GM vehicles in a way that takes full advantage of our industry-leading audio capabilities,” said Tim Twerdahl, GM’s vice president of global product management. “It’s the latest example of how we’re expanding entertainment choices built directly into our vehicles.”

Always-on upgrades and new features

CAPTION: Apple Music shown on the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV.

Apple Music is the latest addition to GM’s growing suite of built-in apps and services connected by OnStar. Powered by GM’s software platform and continuous delivery model, customers benefit from vehicles that improve long after they leave the factory, receiving new features and updates over the air.

Because Apple Music is natively integrated and connects through OnStar’s built-in connectivity, customers can:

Start streaming the moment they enter the vehicle

Use voice assistance for hands-free control

Enjoy over 100 million songs, exclusive content, thousands of curated playlists, and live global radio, all ad free

Experience Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos in equipped Cadillac models

A studio-like music experience

For Cadillac owners, Apple Music delivers a truly elevated audio experience. Its vast library of Spatial Audio tracks in Dolby Atmos transforms the cabin into a studio-grade acoustic space, revealing layers of depth and clarity that traditional stereo can’t replicate.

In vehicles like the Cadillac VISTIQ, a commanding 23-speaker AKG audio system — equipped with strategically positioned Dolby Atmos–enabled speakers — creates a soundstage where instruments occupy distinct physical spaces and vocals float precisely where the artist intended.

More than 90% of Apple Music listeners have tried Spatial Audio, and it now accounts for nearly one-third of all plays. GM customers can immediately explore an ever-growing catalog of Spatial Audio tracks across all genres, including curated playlists such as Driving in Spatial Audio and Hip-Hop in Spatial Audio, along with a forthcoming GM x Apple Music playlist celebrating the brand’s influence on decades of music culture.

Availability

CAPTION: Apple Music shown on the 2027 Chevrolet Bolt.

Select 2025 and 2026 Chevrolet and Cadillac vehicles now have access to Apple Music natively, starting today via the latest software update. Apple Music will appear automatically in eligible vehicles. Existing Apple Music subscribers can sign in with their current subscription to begin streaming when connected via OnStar. New listeners can sign up with just a tap on the dashboard.

Cadillac

2025 and 2026 CT5

2025 ESCALADE IQ

2026 VISTIQ, featuring Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos

More vehicles on the way with immersive audio

Chevrolet

2025 and 2026 Blazer EV, Equinox EV and Silverado EV

2026 Corvette, Suburban and Tahoe

More vehicles on the way, including the 2027 Chevrolet Bolt

Buick & GMC

Vehicles coming soon

GM vehicles have inspired over 4,000 song lyrics across genres and generations. This Apple Music integration continues that musical legacy and marks a milestone in GM’s mission to bring customers the apps they love, seamlessly built into the GM experience.

Apple Music is coming natively to GM vehicles. Starting today, the app begins rolling out to select 2025 and newer Cadillac and Chevrolet models, giving drivers direct access to millions of songs, curated playlists, exclusive content, live global radio, and personalized recommendations — all seamlessly integrated into the vehicle’s infotainment system. Availability across additional GM brands will follow.

This update allows Apple Music to take full advantage of GM’s software platform, the vehicle’s processing power, and advanced audio systems. For Cadillac customers, it unlocks Apple Music’s leading library of Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos, transforming the cabin into an immersive, three-dimensional sound environment designed around the vehicle’s acoustics.

Audio streaming at no additional cost with OnStar

To make listening effortless, GM is making audio streaming standard through OnStar Basics for all 2025 and newer vehicles in the U.S. and Canada. That means customers can access their favorite music, audiobook, podcast, and news apps — including Apple Music — at no additional connectivity cost for eight years with their vehicle purchase.

“We are bringing the Apple Music app to GM vehicles in a way that takes full advantage of our industry-leading audio capabilities,” said Tim Twerdahl, GM’s vice president of global product management. “It’s the latest example of how we’re expanding entertainment choices built directly into our vehicles.”

Always-on upgrades and new features

Apple Music is the latest addition to GM’s growing suite of built-in apps and services connected by OnStar. Powered by GM’s software platform and continuous delivery model, customers benefit from vehicles that improve long after they leave the factory, receiving new features and updates over the air.

Because Apple Music is natively integrated and connects through OnStar’s built-in connectivity, customers can:

Start streaming the moment they enter the vehicle

Use your voice assistant for hands-free control

Enjoy over 100 million songs, exclusive content, thousands of curated playlists, and live global radio, all ad free

Experience Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos in equipped Cadillac models

A studio-like music experience

For Cadillac owners, Apple Music delivers a truly elevated audio experience. Its vast library of Spatial Audio tracks in Dolby Atmos transforms the cabin into a studio-grade acoustic space, revealing layers of depth and clarity that traditional stereo can’t replicate.

In vehicles like the Cadillac VISTIQ, a commanding 23-speaker AKG audio system — equipped with strategically positioned Dolby Atmos–enabled speakers — creates a soundstage where instruments occupy distinct physical spaces and vocals float precisely where the artist intended.

Availability

Select 2025 and 2026 Chevrolet and Cadillac vehicles now have access to Apple Music natively, starting today via the latest software update. Apple Music will appear automatically in eligible vehicles. Existing Apple Music subscribers can sign in with their current subscription to begin streaming when connected via OnStar. New listeners can sign up with just a tap on the dashboard.

Cadillac

2025 and 2026 CT5

2025 ESCALADE IQ

2026 VISTIQ, featuring Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos

More vehicles on the way with immersive audio

Chevrolet

2025 and 2026 Blazer EV, Equinox EV and Silverado EV

2026 Corvette, Suburban and Tahoe

More vehicles on the way, including the 2027 Chevrolet Bolt

Buick & GMC

Vehicles coming soon

GM vehicles have inspired over 4,000 song lyrics across genres and generations. This Apple Music integration continues that musical legacy and marks a milestone in GM’s mission to bring customers the apps they love, seamlessly built into the GM experience.