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Sea-Doo Weighs Bringing Apple CarPlay to Personal Watercraft

Sea-Doo links any rollout to customer demand plus Apple approval.

Overview

  • Sea-Doo says it is evaluating CarPlay for future models with its 10.25-inch touchscreen following interest from riders.
  • The display hardware is shared with BRP sibling Can-Am, whose motorcycles already support CarPlay, suggesting a feasible port.
  • Global product strategy manager Christian Comtois says Apple must approve powersports use and calls that approval difficult to secure.
  • Adding CarPlay would require extra engineering, including a microphone and software work to fit the instrument cluster.
  • The company sees limited value in map apps on water and says music and communication are the main potential benefits guiding the decision.