Google Maps announces India-focused features, including flyover callouts

Google has added a feature to show flyovers call-out along the way. From this week, users will see flyover callouts in 40 cities across India for both two-wheeler and four-wheeler on Android app and in Android Auto. Support for iOS and CarPlay is expected soon. Moreover, Google has added a warning feature to alert if there are narrow areas approaching ahead. This feature will be available on Android devices at first in eight cities and is expected to be available on iOS in upcoming days.

Google said it has partnered with ElectricPe, Ather, Kazam, and Statiq to integrate information about over 8,000 charging stations to its Maps service. This information will reveal real-time viability and plug types including those for two-wheelers. Users can also filter charger type and check if the station is open or not. This is also the first time Google has launched EV charging stations for two wheelers for any country as globally this feature is available only for four wheelers.

Moreover, the process of reporting road incidents has been simplified. Users can also confirm reports by other people. This update is available across Android, iOS, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.