# Automobile Music-Streaming Services Volvo Drivers Can Use Spotify Connect For In-Car Music Streams By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-02-23 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spotify-connect References: [support.spotify](https://support.spotify.com/uk/problems/) & [media.volvocars](https://www.media.volvocars.com/uk/en-gb/media/pressreleases/175775/volvo-cars-reveals-global-integration-of-spotify-music-streaming-service-in-new-models1) The [Spotify](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spotify-car-thing-1) Connect option has come as something of a godsend to music lovers who also enjoy connected technology, but things have officially gone next-level with [Volvo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volvo-cars) revealing that all its new cars will allow drivers to use Spotify Connect to stream music in the vehicle. What's unique about the Volvo-Spotify Connect tie-up is that it allows for integrated access to Spotify streaming, meaning drivers don't need to use their smartphones to control their musical streaming. Users have to be signed up to a Spotify Premium account, and new users can enjoy the service for free for 30 days. Ultimately, the use of Spotify Connect to stream music in Volvo cars is part of a push to make connected technology more integrated without always having to depend on one's smartphone. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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 - **Integrated Music-streaming in Cars:** The integration of music-streaming services in cars allows for seamless access to music without relying on smartphones. - **Connected Car Technology:** The partnership between Volvo and Spotify highlights the growing trend of connected car technology. - **Automotive Entertainment Services:** Automakers incorporating music-streaming services in their vehicles is a disruptive innovation in the automotive entertainment industry. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can utilize integrated music-streaming services to enhance the driving experience for customers. - **Music Streaming:** The integration of music-streaming services in cars presents new opportunities for the music streaming industry to expand its user base and reach. - **Connected Technology:** The partnership between Volvo and Spotify highlights the potential for growth in the connected technology industry, specifically in the automotive sector. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Content-Streaming Infotainment Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volvo-cars.md) - [In-Car Music Streaming Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spotify-car-thing-1.md) - [Integrated Automotive Streaming Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-music-integration.md) - [Studio-Branded Vehicle Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abbey-road-sound-system.md) - [Complimentary In-Flight Music Streaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delta-and-spotify.md) - [Smartphone-Like EV Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polestar-3.md) - [In-Vehicle Entertainment Deals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-3.md) - [Car Fm Music Adapters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bluetooth-fm.md) - [Collaborative Music Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shareplay-1.md)