It's important that to be able to view upcoming directions. I often use this feature on the phone to be better prepared on my trip. Suggested routes are not always clear just from their titles and it can be important to look at the directions for each route to make an informed decision. The fact that you cannot access ways on the phone when in the car makes this feature completely unusable even if you're sitting in your car prior to leaving on your trip or if you pull to the side of the road. I understand why ways wants to increase safety by making the app work exclusively through the car, but then all features need to be accessible. As it is I'm likely to turn off the Android auto feature or to choose another app. I hope you'll consider adding the ability to view upcoming directions.