[nodefortytwo]

I agree, I have Android Auto in my 2019 VW Tiguan. Its awesome but its very easy to spend more time than you think picking a playlist from spotify etc.

With your phone you know not to touch it when driving but the center console feels acceptable.

I had one close call where the car's auto breaking saved me from hitting a car that decided to turn without indicating. now I treat my centre console almost like my phone, I will use the console stopped at lights but not my phone.

[maccard]

Does your VW have a microphone button? My 2017 golf does, and it works reasonably well with Google assistant.

[alexktz]

glad to hear you've modified your driving habits!

i use voice control and steering wheel buttons only whilst driving, works well enough!