For the last year testing out EVs, I’ve leaned on CarPlay and Android Auto to help guide me while driving. Depending on what phone I’m reviewing any given week, I would flip flop between using Google ...

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, ...

Save your parking spot easily in Google Maps to never lose your car again. Use the "Open now" filter on Google Maps to find places open when you need them. Customize public transit preferences in ...

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As someone who only passed my driver's test in 2009, long after the proliferation of GPS navigation, I do wonder how people managed to drive to any unfamiliar destination in the not-so-distant past — ...

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The Maps app is gaining live lane guidance in cars with Google built-in. This feature uses AI to analyze lane markings and road signs captured by the car’s front-facing camera to tailor directions ...

Finding a good parking spot is a top priority for most drivers, but remembering where you parked is a different matter. That's where a new Google Maps feature will come in handy, especially if you've ...