New updates to Google Maps have made it possible to show a custom car icon during navigation through both Android Auto and CarPlay. Here’s how it works. Back in February 2025, Google Maps introduced ...

Despite its litany of flaws, I love Android Auto. It makes driving more enjoyable by offering easy access to my music collection and putting important navigation information front and center. However, ...

We may earn a commission when you click links to retailers and purchase goods. More info. We hope this is the start of something bigger and with more car brands, but for now, the Google Maps ...

Google Maps is getting closer to Waze with the ability to customize your car icon when navigating. Since 2020, Google Maps has let you choose from four vehicle icons: arrow in white circle, red sedan, ...

Electric vehicle drivers are getting a little extra help on the road from Google Maps. Google Maps and Search is rolling out new features tailored just for electric vehicles, including specific ...

If you drive a Rivian and want to use Google Maps navigation on the car's main infotainment system, you should know the two companies just announced a partnership to make it happen. The best part is ...