Best USB-C Cables for Android Auto in 2020

Anker's charging cables are practically unmatched in terms of quality and value. The Powerline+ series of cables is extremely impressive with the braided nylon exterior, which is said to last six times longer than the competition.

Some times you can't use the traditional charging cable, as it sticks out too far, and you need something that can fit into a tight space. AUKEY's 90-degree Braided Cable will help solve that issue as both the USB-C and USB-A connections come in at a right-angle. This will allow you to plug your phone in, regardless of how tight the space is.

When it comes to charging cables, AUKEY ranks right up there among the best. This three-pack of USB-C cables are rated to last for more than 5000 bends, while also including a 56k Ohm Resistor to ensure that your phone does not get overcharged during your travels.

If you want a no-frills, yet reliable cable to use with Android Auto, then Cable Matters is a great option. This cable offers "molded strain relief" to ensure that it will last through the bends and situations that may arise when plugging your phone in.

CHOETECH is another excellent company that specializes in keeping your phone charged and plugged in. This USB-C cable is capable of withstanding more than 5,000 bends, and over 100,000 insertions/removals from your smartphone. Plus, this two-pack of cables includes one 3.3-foot cable and a longer 6.6-foot cable, giving you options for every situation.

The AmazonBasics Cable is more than suitable to connect your phone to the Android Auto unit. This works with just about any USB-C device you can think of and has the added benefit of offering 10 Gbps transfer speeds. Plus, it's backed by the AmazonBasics 1-year limited warranty if anything happens to your newly-acquired cable.

Durability is the name of the game, and the Uni Nylon Braided Cable is up to the task of being your go-to cable. In addition to meeting the USB-C v2.0 spec, this cable also features a nylon fiber jacket, along with tinned copper and aluminum foil for extra durability.

Since Google is firmly planted in the smartphone game, it only makes sense to include its own USB-C cable. This cable measures in at a little over 3-feet, which is plenty long for most users. On the durability front, you have a TPE material, which is a combination of plastic and rubber so that it will last longer than other OEM cables.

Sometimes you don't need a cable measuring in at 6-feet, and just need something short that will get the job done. CableCreation is here to help with this 9.6-inch offering, as it is rated at lasting for more than 10,000 bends for supreme durability.

For some folks, coiled cables are a thing of the past, but for others, they are still great options. The Baseus Curly USB-C cable is one of those great cables that won't get tangled up, while also offering the ability to retract it between 0.8 and 3.3-feet.

Anker's new Powerline III USB-C cable is perfect for just about any situation, including getting on the road with Android Auto. This cable measures in at 3-feet, but there are also longer, or shorter, cable lengths available. Anker also has provides a "worry-free" lifetime warranty to go along with the rugged construction able to withstand up to 25,000 bends.

UGREEN's Fast Charger Cable is wrapped in nylon for added durability, comes in four different lengths, and is compatible with Quick Charge 3.0. The cable also a built-in chip designed to make sure that your phone is charging as fast as possible, regardless of the situation. And if you need to take it out of the car, it works great for data transmission with sync speeds up to 480Mbps.