Testing an automotive app isn't just about testing the projected screen. It's about testing the full experience.
When a mobile app is being tested through its projected in-car interface, something structurally different happens compared to standard mobile testing. The device enters a projection state — a persistent connection to a virtual head unit that essentially hands over control of the screen to the car's display system.
This creates a testing problem that doesn't exist in standard mobile automation.
This blog explores the problem — and how Digital.ai solved it: How to start and stop Automotive Projection in Appium Tests