Google Maps is one of our best allies when it comes to driving. However, it is the only navigation application we can use. wazeIt is a great collaboration tool, also developed by the search giant, that offers us real-time directions and alerts during the journey.

Now Waze has an update coming that promises to significantly improve the user experience. These are six new functions aimed at improving safety behind the wheel, and combined with the tricks we have already mentioned, we will be able to achieve much more from this. Let’s see each of the new features.

Waze is a more complete app thanks to these new features

We are passing through a new area and encounter a situation complex intersection It can be a nightmare for many drivers. How do you know exactly when to enter, which lane to choose and, most importantly, when to exit? Waze wants to help us by clearly indicating which maneuver we need to take at each moment of the journey.

It’s no secret that roundabouts tend to create a bit of chaos. There are more than 80,000 of these road structures in Spain, which have been converted over time to become turbo interchanges. We’ll have to be patient because the new Waze feature will be coming to Android this month and iOS at the end of the year.

Waze will show you when to enter, which lane to choose and where to exit at a complex intersection

Waze will also notify us when an emergency vehicle, such as an ambulance, is stopped in the middle of our way. The app gives us enough advance notice to keep us awake. The feature is currently available on Android and iOS in the US, Canada, Mexico, and France, and will be coming to other countries “soon.”

Exceeding the permitted speed limit can result in a fine of up to 600 euros in the most extreme cases. One of Waze’s new features aims to prevent such situations. The app promises to have the latest information to alert us when the speed limit on the road is about to drop.

Emergency vehicle warning (left), speed limit warning (right)

In order not to be overlooked, we will see a sign on the road accompanied by visual effects. The idea is for drivers to have time. reduce speed and adapt to road conditions safely. This functionality will come to Android and iOS later this month.

Warning about sharp bends, toll booths and more

Waze has long warned about potholes and railroad crossings, and will soon include warnings for hairpin bends, speed bumps and toll booths. The app also allows you to see information about common routes, compare them with alternative routes and know which one to choose. These features are coming to Android and iOS this month.

Finally, the service aims to provide more useful information about parking. Waze partners with Flash Parking to display data such as price and features Parking is a problem in some cities in the USA and Canada. There is currently no information regarding its distribution in Europe.

Pictures | waze

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