Unable to connect iPhone 17 running iOS 26 to CarPlay

I just received my Iphone 17 and am unable to connect to Car Play. My previous Iphone 12 worked well in my car but I cannot get car play activated with this Iphone 17. I've rebooted, restarted, changed cables...nothing has worked. Suggestions?

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Original Title: Apple Car Play Iphone 17 (IOS 26.0)

iPhone 17, iOS 26

Posted on Sep 26, 2025 1:04 PM

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