Some Android phones (particularly Xiaomi, Oppo, and Realme) have aggressive battery optimization that kills Sygic’s background service, preventing it from registering with Android Auto.
Fix for Chinese OEM phones:
Sometimes Sygic is showing on Android Auto, but the car’s launcher is hiding it.
Symptoms: You see other apps, but Sygic is missing from the main app drawer.
Fix:
Alternative: On some cars (e.g., BMW, Volvo), you must use the car’s rotary dial to scroll down past the initial row of apps. Sygic may be in the "Recently Used" or "Downloaded" folder.
If Sygic won’t appear or connect on Android Auto, try the steps below in order. These fixes cover common causes: app compatibility, phone or car head unit issues, permissions, and connection types.