# In-Car Music Streaming Features Spotify Launches Two New Features for Spotify Car Thing By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-04-08 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spotify-car-thing-1 References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2022/4/7/23015144/spotify-car-thing-add-to-queue-calls-podcasts) & [carthing.spotify](https://carthing.spotify.com/)  Music streaming giant [Spotify](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spotify-home-thing) has announced that it will be adding new features to its 'Car Thing' infotainment system, including phone call answering capabilities as well as an "add to queue" option, which will allow drivers to add songs and podcasts to their lists via voice commands and in-car media controls. According to Spotify, the new “add to queue” feature was one of the most requested upgrades for its recently launched infotainment system. In addition to being able to "tell" your car to queue certain content, you can also request that it creates you personalized driving playlists according to your preferred genres and music types. Overall, both new features were implemented in order to make controlling Spotify while driving a more convenient and safe experience. Image Credit: Spotify ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 - **In-car Music Streaming:** Spotify's 'Car Thing' system for in-car music streaming has added new features for safer and more convenient use while driving. - **Voice Command Technology:** Spotify's voice command technology enables drivers to add songs and podcasts to their playlists without taking their hands off the wheel. - **Personalized Playlists:** Spotify's personalized driving playlists create a more tailored and enjoyable listening experience while on the road. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can incorporate voice command technology and personalized playlists in car infotainment systems to enhance driver safety and convenience. - **Music Streaming:** Music streaming services can optimize in-car user experience by introducing new features, such as queueing and voice control, to their interfaces. - **Technology:** The technology industry can innovate in-car systems by developing voice-controlled features for safer and efficient use while driving. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Circular Streaming Service Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spotify-home-thing.md) - [Collaborative Music Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shareplay-1.md) - [In-Podcast Interaction Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spotify-calltoaction-cards.md) - [In-App Karaoke Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karaoke-mode.md) - [Music Platform Podcast Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spotify-2.md) - [TV-Themed Music Streaming Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/netflix-hub.md) - [Collaborative Music Streaming Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spotify-jam.md) - [Integrated Automotive Streaming Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-music-integration.md) - [Voice-Controlled Music Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonos-voice.md)