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The 2026 Mazda CX-5 is getting Google Gemini through its Google Built-In infotainment system, with voice controls for climate settings and navigation, according to CarBuzz.
Why it mattersDrivers can also ask about traffic, find places along a route, request music to match their mood and have a free-flowing conversation with Gemini Live. Mazda says more vehicle functions may be controllable, but has not specified which ones. The update is available on 2026-and-newer CX-5 models. Some features require a Mazda Connected Services subscription and a data connection, so the dashboard assistant may have a few conditions attached.
Discuss: Would voice control for climate and navigation make a touchscreen-heavy car easier to use, or would you rather keep these controls physical?
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