Yes, Google Maps Driving Mode Was Discontinued - Here's Why

Google Maps Driving Mode was discontinued in early 2025 due to Gemini replacing Google Assistant, redundancy with Android ...
The News Wheel

Google Quietly Shuts Down Maps Driving Mode After Years of Service

Google has officially shut down Driving Mode in Maps, ending its voice-assisted interface for drivers without built-in ...
autoevolution

Google Seemingly Planning to Phase Out Another Key Google Maps Feature

Users loved Android Auto for phone screens, but Google didn't care. The application allowed us to run Android Auto in cars without a dedicated infotainment screen, as it reproduced the app's ...
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 to ...

Public transport navigation in Google Maps just got a much-needed overhaul

Google Maps no longer locks away the entire app when you start a public transport ride. You can now search and change routes ...
USA Today

Google Maps vs. Waze vs. Apple Maps: Which navigation app is best for driving in 2025?

Google Maps has been around for nearly two decades and is the most popular navigation app. Waze is more community-centric while Apple Maps has a loyal user base of iPhone owners. Each navigation app ...
Android Authority

Google says pick Maps or Waze in the car — here's how I use both

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, ...