PALO ALTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Debuted at Google I/O earlier this year, Joyride announced today it will be available on Android Auto, which extends the power of Android mobile platform to the car. Expected to be downloadable on nearly 30 car models, Joyride is on a mission to change the commuter experience by making it easy for listeners to instantly discover, listen, and support podcasts they love.

Joyride is currently available on Google Play and is optimized for mobile devices running Android 5.0 Lollipop. The app will be available in the Android Auto store when it is officially launched. Joyride's mobile app offers voice and easy-to-use controls optimized for quick access in the car. The Android Auto version of Joyride includes complete in-dash controls and is fully optimized for voice interaction.

“Android Auto, a key component of Android 5.0 Lollipop, provides the foundation for an improved driving experience. As a featured Android Auto developer, we provide a safe and entertaining way to finally enjoy your daily commute, escaping the radio and enabling a world where you love everything you listen to on every ride,” said Joyride CEO and Co-Founder Jeff Chen.

Every day, 150 million Americans spend at least an hour in their car, if not more. Many commuters describe their driving experience as ‘soul crushing’ or ‘life sucking.’ In total, that's at least 45 billion detested hours a year behind the wheel. Joyride empowers people to love their commute by providing them with access to premium, personalized podcasts in their vehicle.

About Joyride

Joyride is a distribution and monetization platform for podcasts that makes it easy for listeners to instantly discover, listen, and support podcasts they love. Joyride is currently available for Android and soon to be launched with Android Auto. Find out more about Joyride at: http://www.getjoyride.com