autoevolution

Google Kills Off the Google Maps Driving Mode

Google has made killing off products a bizarre hobby, and even the products people love the most sometimes have the same fate. Since we're here to talk about the experience behind the wheel, the ...
Inside EVs

Google Maps Is About To Get Way Easier To Use While Driving

Google is rolling out some big Gemini-powered updates to its Maps app. Google Maps is getting a conversational navigation feature that lets drivers ask complex questions. You can find specific ...
9to5google

Google Assistant ‘Driving Mode’ in Maps for Android has disappeared

In February of 2024, Google Assistant Driving Mode was pared back to basically be a voice bar, but in recent days it has disappeared entirely from Google Maps on Android. Launching Google ...
autoevolution

Google Maps Loses an Essential Feature, Fingers Crossed It's Not Google's Desire

The removal of Android Auto for phones, the app that everybody loved because it allowed them to run Android Auto without having a car fitted with the phone projection system, forced users to switch ...
USA Today

Can Google Maps save your parking spot? How to find your car easily

Millions of drivers use Google Maps for driving directions, but it can also save parking spots. Both Maps and Waze (a Google company) can store your car's location using satellite ...
Android

Google Maps May Let Drivers Change Their Avatar Icon Directly in Android Auto

Google Maps may soon allow drivers to change their Driving Avatar Icon directly within Android Auto. A code found in version 16.2 suggests upcoming customization support. If true, this could ...