# Driving-Controlled Music Apps Volkswagen Has an App that Creates Music From Your Driving By Michael Nieto | Published 2013-11-26 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/controlled-music-apps References: [damngeeky](http://www.damngeeky.com/2013/11/26/15887/volkswagen-unveils-app-creates-music-driving.html) & [volkswagen](http://www.volkswagen.co.uk/playtheroad) [Volkswagen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airconsole-1) UK has developed a controlled music app that creates music while you drive. Motorists can now ‘Play The Road’ as a musical conductor to compose ambient sounds while you drive. The app is compatible with iOS and Android smartphone platforms where it can synchronize the driving and music at once. Volkswagen [Golf GTI](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volkswagen-golf-gti) and The British Dance Act Underworld have collaborated in making this app as an enhancement for driving. It’s literally music to drivers' ears as they maneuver the steering wheel, accelerate, or control any other physical movement within the car. Volkswagen has not released the app for consumer use however they decided to use the technology in controlled environments only for competitions. Volkswagen has definitely created one of the most interesting controlled music apps that will make a great companion for every driver. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Driving-controlled Music:** The trend of driving-controlled music apps allows drivers to compose ambient sounds while driving, enhancing the overall driving experience. - **Synchronized Driving and Music:** The trend of synchronized driving and music apps provides a seamless integration of music with the driving experience, creating a more immersive journey. - **Collaborations with Music Artists:** The trend of collaborations between automotive companies and music artists opens up disruptive innovation opportunities to create unique, branded music experiences for drivers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive Technology:** The automotive technology industry can capitalize on driving-controlled music apps by integrating them into infotainment systems to offer a new level of entertainment for drivers. - **Mobile App Development:** The mobile app development industry can explore the creation of driving-controlled music apps for various car manufacturers, providing a customized user experience for drivers. - **Music and Entertainment:** The music and entertainment industry can explore partnerships with automotive companies to create unique music experiences for drivers, allowing artists to expand their reach and engage with a new audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [In-Car Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airconsole-1.md) - [Electric Car-Themed Playlists](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electricwrapped.md) - [Intuitive Car Audio Software](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-audio-software.md) - [AI Vehicle App Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/myvw-mobile-app.md) - [Driving Interface Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-dashboard-app.md) - [Collaborative Music Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shareplay-1.md) - [Auto Volume Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autovolume.md) - [In-Car Gaming Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-and-airconsole.md) - [Real-Time Adaptive Audio Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interrail.md)