Google is bringing a more personal version of its Gemini AI assistant to your car

Google is updating its vehicle-based AI assistant to pull data from a driver’s personal Google apps and services. The upgrade aims to make the technology more personal by connecting information across a user's digital history. Announced Tuesday, the feature is called "Personal Intelligence with Gemini." It will draw on data from Gmail, Google Calendar, YouTube, Maps, and Google Search history to understand user preferences and past experiences.

Google says the upgrade rolls out via Android Auto starting today, with expansion to cars featuring Google Built-in in the coming months. Gemini first launched in Android Auto last November. The integration lets drivers make complex requests using natural language and handle multiple questions at once. For example, a driver navigating to the airport can receive alerts about a delayed flight found on their calendar, or ask for a flight gate and schedule status simultaneously.

Google stated that the feature requires users to opt in and that data control remains with the driver. Users can turn the tool on or off at any time and selectively choose which apps to connect.