Smartphones Huawei and Honor after the introduction of American sanctions lost support for services Google Mobile Services (GMS)which made it difficult to install many applications, including Android Auto. However, this does not mean that owners of devices on EMUI or Magic UI will have to give up convenient integration with the car. In this article, we will look at all the working installation methods Android Auto on Huawei —from official workarounds to alternative solutions using third-party services.

The process differs from standard installation on smartphones with GMS (for example, Samsung or Xiaomi), but with the right approach you will get full functionality: navigation via Google Maps or Yandex.Maps, music control, calls and notifications on the car screen. The main thing is to take into account the version EMUI, smartphone model and type of car system (wired or wireless communication).

⚠️ Attention: Some methods require unlocking the bootloader or installing third-party firmware, which may void your warranty. Before you start, check the compatibility of your model Huawei with the chosen method.

Contents of the article:

  • 🔍 Why doesn't Android Auto work on Huawei out of the box?
  • ⚙️ Official installation methods (without root access)
  • 📱 Installation via APK: where to download and how to avoid errors
  • 🚗 Setting up a connection to the car: wired and wireless
  • ⚠️ Common errors and their solutions
  • 🔧 Alternative solutions: MirrorLink, CarLife and others
  • 📊 Comparison of methods: what to choose for your Huawei model

🔍 Why doesn't Android Auto work on Huawei out of the box?

The main problem lies in the absence Google Mobile Services (GMS) on modern smartphones Huawei i Honor, released after May 2019. Android Auto is an application from Googlethat requires:

  • 📱 Google Play Services — a background service for authorization and synchronization;
  • 🔑 Google Account — binding to account to access maps, music and other services;
  • 🔄 Google Play Store — to download and update the application.

Instead GMS Huawei uses its own ecosystem Huawei Mobile Services (HMS), which is not compatible with most applications Google. However, there are nuances:

  • ✅ Huawei P30 Pro, Mate 20 Pro older models (before May 2019) initially supported GMS and can be installed Android Auto via Google Play.
  • ❌ Huawei P40, Mate 40, Nova 8 and newer, as well as all Honor after the separation of brands (2020+) lack GMS and require workarounds.

Critical detail: Even if you manage to install Android Auto APK on Huawei without GMS, the app will not work without Google Play Services. Therefore, the main task is to ensure their presence on the device.

📊 What Huawei smartphone do you have?
Until 2019 (with GMS)
2019-2020 (partially without GMS)
2021 and later (completely without GMS)
Honor (any year)
I don’t know

⚙️ Official installation methods (without root access)

If yours Huawei applies to models until May 2019 (for example P30, Mate 20), you can install Android Auto in the standard way:

  1. Open Google Play Store.
  2. Find the application Android Auto.
  3. Press Install and wait for the download to complete.
  4. Connect your smartphone to the car via USB cable (original cable recommended Huawei for stable communication).

For newer models (P40, Mate 50 etc.) there is only one official way - using Huawei Petal Maps i Huawei CarKit, but the functionality is greatly reduced compared to Android Auto. However, there is a semi-official workaround through GSpace or LZPlay - services that emulate GMS on devices Huawei.

Instructions for GSpace (without root access):

  1. Download GSpace from AppGallery or from official website.
  2. Register and log in to your account Google via GSpace.
  3. Inside GSpace open Google Play Store and install Android Auto.
  4. Run Android Auto from the menu GSpace (not from the main launcher!).
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Before installation GSpace disable battery optimization for this application in the settings Huawei, otherwise background processes GMS will be closed, and Android Auto will stop working.

⚠️ Attention: GSpace and LZPlay may conflict with updates EMUI. After major system updates, you may need to reinstall the emulator GMS.

📱 Installation via APK: where to download and how to avoid errors

If official methods are not suitable, you can install Android Auto via APK file. However, there are pitfalls here:

  • 🔴 Without Google Play Services the application will either not start or will work with errors.
  • 🔴 Versions Android Auto for Huawei are often modified and may contain vulnerabilities.
  • 🟢 The only working option is installation Android Auto together with Google Play Services via MicroG or GMS emulators.

Step-by-step guide:

  1. Download Android Auto APK from a trusted source (for example, APKMirror). Avoid sites with suspicious domains!
  2. Install Google Play Services and Google Account Manager via MicroG or LZPlay.
  3. Enable installation from unknown sources: go to Settings → Security → Advanced → Installation from unknown sources.
  4. Install Android Auto APK file and run the application.

⚠️ Attention: If after installation Android Auto gives an error "Google Play Services missing", which means that emulation GMS is not working correctly. Try reinstalling MicroG or using another emulator (for example, ChatPartner for Honor).

List of verified APK versions for Huawei:

Android Auto version Compatible with EMUI GMS required? Download link
7.8.1243 EMUI 10-12 Yes (via MicroG) APKMirror
7.2.6245 EMUI 9-11 Yes (LZPlay) APKPure
6.9.6236 EMUI 8-10 No (limited functionality) Huawei Club

Download APK from a trusted source|Install MicroG or LZPlay|Enable installation from unknown sources|Disable battery optimization for Google services|Reboot your smartphone before the first start-->

🚗 Setting up a connection with the car: wired and wireless

After successful installation Android Auto you need to properly configure the connection with the car. There are two options: wired (via USB) and wireless (via Wi-Fi/Bluetooth). nuances. Huawei Both methods work, but with nuances.

Wired connection (USB):

  • 🔌 Use original cable from Huawei —cheap analogues may cause communication errors.
  • 🔄 Enable USB debugging in the developer settings (Settings → About phone → Build number (7 taps) → For developers → USB debugging).
  • 🚗 On the car screen, select the mode Android Auto (sometimes confirmation on your smartphone is required).

Wireless connection (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth):

  1. Make sure your car supports Wireless Android Auto (a list of compatible models is on the car manufacturer's website).
  2. Connect your smartphone to the car via Bluetooth.
  3. In the settings Android Auto turn on Wireless mode.
  4. Connect to Wi-Fi point the car (if required).

⚠️ Attention: On Huawei without GMS the wireless connection may be unstable due to the lack of full synchronization s Google. In this case, it is recommended to use a wired connection.

Why does Android Auto turn off while driving?

If the application closes suddenly, check:

1) Battery optimization for Android Auto (should be disabled).

2) Quality of the USB cable (try another one).

3) Energy saving settings in EMUI (Performance mode).

4) EMUI updates - sometimes they reset permissions for Google services.

⚠️ Common errors and their solutions

When installing and using Android Auto on Huawei users encounter typical problems. Here are the most common and ways to solve them:

Error: "Android Auto is not supported on this device"

  • 🔹 Cause: Missing Google Play Services or an incompatible version is installed.
  • 🔹 Solution: Install MicroG or LZPlay, then reinstall Android Auto.

Error: "Cannot connect to the car"

  • 🔹 Cause: Problems with USB cable, USB debugging or developer settings.
  • 🔹 Solution:
    1. Try a different cable (preferably original).
    2. Enable USB debugging and File transfer (MTP) when connecting.
    3. Reboot your smartphone and car system.

Error: "The application keeps restarting"

  • 🔹 Cause: Conflict with battery optimization or background processes EMUI.
  • 🔹 Solution:
    1. Open Settings → Applications → Android Auto → Battery → Battery optimization → Disable.
    2. Add Android Auto to the list Protected applications.

⚠️ Attention: If after update EMUI Android Auto stopped working, check the integrity GMS emulator. Often updates reset the settings MicroG or LZPlay, and they need to be reinstalled.

If the installation Android Auto turned out to be too complex or unstable, consider alternative ways to integrate your smartphone and car:

1. Huawei CarKit (official solution)

  • 🔹 Works for everyone Huawei without GMS.
  • 🔹 Supports Huawei Petal Maps, Huawei Music and calls.
  • 🔹 Cons: limited selection of applications, no Google Maps or Yandex.Maps.

2. MirrorLink

  • 🔹 Supported by many cars (for example, Volkswagen, Skoda).
  • 🔹 Allows you to duplicate the screen Huawei to the car display.
  • 🔹 Cons: not all applications are optimized for control from a car screen.

3. CarLife (from Baidu)

  • 🔹 Popular solution in China, supports Baidu Maps i Amap.
  • 🔹 Works without GMS, but requires a Chinese account.
  • 🔹 Cons: interface in Chinese, limited support abroad.

4. AutoMate (third-party launchers)

  • 🔹 Alternative launchers for the car (for example, AutoMate or Drivemode).
  • 🔹 Support Google Maps and Waze, but require manual setting.
  • 🔹 Cons: not all functions work without GMS.

Comparison of alternatives:

Solution GMS required? Google Maps support Stability on Huawei
Huawei CarKit No No ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
MirrorLink No Yes (but not optimized) ⭐⭐⭐
CarLife No No (Baidu/Amap only) ⭐⭐⭐⭐
AutoMate Yes (partially) Yes ⭐⭐
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If Google Maps and Waze are critical to you, the only reliable option is installing Android Auto via GSpace or MicroG. Alternatives like CarKit or MirrorLink will not replace full integration with services. Google.

📊 Comparison of methods: what to choose for your Huawei model

The choice of installation method Android Auto depends on the model Huawei, version EMUI and your requirements for functionality Below are recommendations for different categories. devices:

1. Huawei until May 2019 (P30, Mate 20, Nova 5T, etc.)

  • 🔹 Best method: Installation via Google Play Store (standard method).
  • 🔹 Alternative: Update Android Auto via APKMirrorif Play Market old version.
  • 🔹 Advantages: Full compatibility with GMS, stable operation.

2. Huawei 2019-2020 (P40, Mate 30, Nova 7, etc.)

  • 🔹 Best method: Installation via GSpace or LZPlay.
  • 🔹 Alternative: MicroG + manual installation Google Play Services.
  • 🔹 Advantages: Almost full functionality Android Auto, but lags are possible.

3. Huawei 2021 and newer (P50, Mate 50, Nova 9, etc.)

  • 🔹 Best method: Huawei CarKit + Petal Maps (official solution).
  • 🔹 Alternative: MirrorLink or CarLife (if you need cards Google).
  • 🔹 Advantages: Stability, but limited selection of applications.

4. Honor (all models after 2020)

  • 🔹 Best method: ChatPartner (analogue GSpace for Honor) + Android Auto.
  • 🔹 Alternative: Magic UI Car Mode (built-in mode for auto).
  • 🔹 Advantages: ChatPartner better optimized for Magic UIthan GSpace.

    • ⚠️ Attention: On new models Huawei (for example, Mate 60 Pro), you may need to roll back the version EMUI for correct operation GMS emulatorsBefore experiments, make a backup copy. data!

    📊 Which method did you try to install?
    Official (Google Play)
    GSpace/LZPlay
    APK + MicroG
    Huawei CarKit
    Other (write to comments)

    ❓ FAQ: Frequently asked questions about Android Auto on Huawei

    Is it possible to install Android Auto on Huawei P40 Pro without root access?

    Yes, but you will need an emulator GMS (for example, GSpace or LZPlay). Without it Android Auto either it will not install or will give an error about the absence Google Play Services.

    Step-by-step guide:

    1. Install GSpace from AppGallery.
    2. Log in to your account Google via GSpace.
    3. Inside GSpace download Android Auto from Google Play.
    4. Run the application only from the menu GSpace.

    Why Android Auto does not see my Huawei Mate 50?

    The problem may be:

    • 🔹 Missing Google Play Services (install MicroG).
    • 🔹 Incompatible USB cable (use the original one).
    • 🔹 Disabled USB debugging (enable in developer settings).
    • 🔹 Blocking background processes EMUI (disable battery optimization for Android Auto).

    How to update Android Auto on Huawei without Google Play?

    Update Android Auto can be done in two ways:

    1. Via APK file:
      • Download the latest version from APKMirror.
      • Delete the old version of the application.
      • Install a new APK.
    2. Through GSpace:
      • Open Google Play Store inside GSpace.
      • Find Android Auto and update.

    ⚠️ Attention: When updating via APK the connection to the car may be reset. After installing the new version, reconnect the smartphone to the car.

    Does wireless Android Auto work on Huawei?

    Technically yes, but with caveats:

    • 🔹 On models until 2019 (with GMS) the wireless mode works stably.
    • 🔹 On models 2019-2020 (with emulator GMS) connection may be lost.
    • 🔹 On models 2021 and newer wireless Android Auto practically does not work due to restrictions EMUI.

    Recommendation: if your car supports Wireless Android Auto, but the connection is unstable, try:

    1. Disable Wi-Fi Optimizer in settings Huawei.
    2. Use 5 GHz Wi-Fi (if the car supports it).
    3. Reboot the smartphone and car system before connecting.

    Can I use Yandex.Maps in Android Auto on Huawei?

    Yes, but with nuances:

    • 🔹 On models with GMS (Huawei P30 and older) Yandex.Maps work in Android Auto without problems.
    • 🔹 On models without GMS you need:
      1. Install Yandex.Maps via APK or AppGallery.
      2. Make sure that Android Auto support for third-party maps is enabled (Settings → Additional settings → Maps).
  • 🔹 If Yandex.Maps are not displayed in Android Auto, clear the application cache and restart it.