Google Maps India Rolls Out 6 Major Updates: EV Support, Metro Booking, and More

July 25, 2024
Google Maps India Rolls Out 6 Major Updates: EV Support, Metro Booking, and More
  • Google announced six major updates to Maps to address common challenges in India.

  • Google Maps in India introduces six new features for Android users, including flyover callouts and EV support to enhance travel efficiency and sustainability.

  • Features like road width estimates and flyover callouts are rolled out in specific Indian cities initially on Android devices.

  • Users can filter charger types, check station availability, and report road incidents with confirmation from others across various platforms.

  • Collaboration with EV charging providers offers details on over 8,000 charging stations, including two-wheeler stations, enhancing support for electric vehicles.

  • Google collaborates with EV charging providers in India to offer information about over 8,000 charging stations on Google Maps and Google Search.

  • Collaboration with Ather, Kazam, Statiq, ElectricPe to expand EV network and features.

  • Partnership with ONDC and Namma Yatri allows users to book Metro tickets in Kochi and Chennai through Google Maps interface, with plans to expand to more cities and transport modes.

  • Metro booking experience is live in Kochi and Chennai on Google Maps, and road incident reporting has been simplified for users.

  • Callouts are added to warn users about upcoming narrow road sections during navigation.

  • Simplified incident reporting feature allows users to report road incidents easily across all platforms in India.

  • Features consider road width, type, distance between buildings, tree cover, poles, and drains to assist four-wheeler drivers on narrow roads.

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