iCarMode 9.0: The New Driving Dashboard and Latest Features

iCarMode 9.0 is here. This major update introduces a new way to access essential information and controls while driving, along with significant improvements for landscape users.

The new Driving Dashboard

The all-new Driving Dashboard brings the information you need into one glanceable screen. View navigation, music controls, current speed, weather, upcoming events, and your favorite actions without moving between different parts of the app. When navigation is active, guidance remains integrated directly into the dashboard.
Driving Dashboard
Driving Dashboard

Dashboard Arrival Shortcuts

iCarMode 9.0 can now show helpful shortcuts when you arrive at Home or Work. Configure your preferred actions in Settings, and the Driving Dashboard can offer them automatically when you reach your saved locations. A good use for this would be an "Open Garage" shortcut.
Driving Dashboard - Arrival Shortcut
Driving Dashboard - Arrival Shortcut

Notifications in one place

The new Notifications screen gives you a clear overview of your active driving-related alerts. You can view and manage:
  • Parking meter timers
  • Saved parking locations
  • Scheduled reminders
You can also see when each notification is due and cancel it directly from the list.

A better landscape experience

Many drivers use iCarMode with their iPhone mounted horizontally, so version 9.0 includes extensive landscape improvements. Layouts now adapt more effectively to the available space, while a persistent recent-actions sidebar keeps frequently used controls within easy reach.

Navigation appearance controls

You can now choose how the navigation screen handles its appearance:
  • Automatically based on the time
  • Always light
  • Always dark
This provides better visibility and more control over how navigation looks during the day and at night.

Upgrades throughout the app

Version 9.0 also includes improved weather and location handling, updated underlying technologies, performance improvements, and fixes across the app. These changes make iCarMode smoother, more reliable, and ready for future improvements.

Available now

Update to iCarMode 9.0 and try the new Driving Dashboard on your next drive. Drive safely! Download

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