Google Maps in India now offers AI-powered navigation for narrow roads, EV charging station details, public transport bookings, curated place recommendations, and an updated interface for reporting road issues.
5 Key Points:
- AI Navigation Enhancements: Google Maps has introduced an AI model specifically designed for Indian roads to help drivers navigate narrow roads and flyovers more effectively. This includes warnings for narrow sections and flyover callouts.
- Public Transport Booking Integration: Google Maps has partnered with ONDC and Namma Yatri to allow users to book local train and metro tickets, and hail autorickshaws directly from the app. This feature is initially available in Kochi and Chennai.
- EV Charging Station Information: Google Maps is now including information about over 8,000 EV charging stations in India, including two-wheeler charging stations, and details about plug types.
- Curated Place Recommendations: The app will now display curated lists of popular places to visit in various Indian cities through partnerships with Magicpin and NDTV Food.
- Improved Reporting Interface: Google Maps has updated its interface to simplify reporting of road issues like crashes, slowdowns, and lane closures with tappable icons.
