Want to add Android Auto to your old car? Here are two ways - including one that's under $20

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There are several ways to install Android Auto in an older car.

You can purchase an external display or use an old device.

Using an old device is the most affordable option.

Android Auto and infotainment screens have become standard equipment in almost any car from the past 15 years, but if you have a vehicle from the time before that, you might feel like you're missing out.

If you haven't considered it before, you might think that you're fine just using your car's Bluetooth or aux connection, but Android Auto gives you an always-on, glanceable display that's not nearly as distracting as your phone.

Also: Why I'm using wired Android Auto when all the cool kids are switching to wireless

Fortunately, it's not hard to add Android Auto to a car that doesn't have it.

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