Google Maps Makes Easy to Find EV Chargers Search will Shows Sustainable Travel Options

Google has announced new features for Google Maps and Search on the occasion of Earth Day. The new update is designed for electric vehicles and can help travelers find information about the location of EV chargers, plan charging stops for road trips, and more. The search giant will show AI-generated navigation information, giving information about the specific location of chargers based on user reviews. Apart from this, Google Maps and Search now show more travel routes including public transport and walking routes that reduce fuel consumption along with driving directions. This update will be implemented in 15 cities around the world.

a blog Post Google has announced a number of changes to its Maps and Search services aimed at promoting EV use and safe travel for all. In the coming months, Google Maps will show AI-based summaries that will provide specific locations of EV chargers based on information gathered from user reviews. This will also include information on other users’ experiences, wait times, plug types, and more to enable better navigation to EV charging stations.

Apart from this, Google Maps will soon be able to suggest EV charging stations near users while they are on the road based on the charge level of their battery. It will display nearby chargers on the in-car map with information including real-time port availability and charging speed. This feature will be rolled out globally in the coming months, starting with vehicles that have Google built-in. Apart from this, with a new EV filter, Google is making it easier to find hotels on Search that offer onsite EV charging.

Google Maps is rolling out a new feature that shows public transit or walking suggestions next to driving routes. It will be available in more than 15 cities worldwide, including Amsterdam, Barcelona, ​​London, Montreal, Paris, Rome and Sydney, in the coming weeks. In addition, Google Maps is including more information about up-to-date train and bus schedules, along with ticket prices and links to book trips. The feature is now available for trains in 38 countries and long-distance bus routes in 15 countries. Also, Google Flights will start showing train route suggestions in flight search results in the coming month.