Google Maps is testing new vehicle icons for more personalized navigation. An upcoming update will include additional car choices and up to 8 color options. New icons appear to be iOS exclusive for now,

Google Maps users with cars are getting even more customization options soon.Four years(!) after Google introduced the ability to change what your vehicle looks like on the navigation screen, Google is expanding those options even further,

A whole bunch of new vehicle type and color options have been spotted for your navigation marker in Google Maps.

Google Maps is introducing a new set of car icons that allow you to customize their color for navigation mode.

Google Maps can help you avoid all the traffic nightmares in between your current location and your destination. The app uses real-time data from drivers on the road, GPS signals, and historical traffic patterns to give you a heads-up on what's happening out there.

Google is also integrating more artificial intelligence into Maps to help users discover new places. Meanwhile, Google-owned Waze is testing voice-activated incident reporting for real-time updates. Recent Google Maps updates include AI-driven reviews for EV chargers and personalized recommendations for dining and attractions.

With the introduction of Google's AI-powered Gemini technology, the maps are now being set up to become entertainment guides in addition to navigational tools.