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Google Maps is taking its navigation experience to the next level. The tech giant has announced a new feature called Live Lane Guidance, which uses artificial intelligence (AI) and car sensors to tell drivers exactly when and where to change lanes, almost like having a co-driver who’s always alert. However, there’s a catch. This feature will be available only in vehicles with Google’s built-in system and not on smartphones. It will launch first in the Polestar 4 in the United States and Sweden, before expanding to more cars and regions in the coming months. How It Works Unlike the regular lane guidance on the Google Maps app -- which simply shows lane arrows on the screen -- this new version will actually detect your car’s position on the road using its front-facing camera and sensors. AI then analyses the road markings and signs in real time, integrating them with Google Maps navigation. So, if you’re in the wrong lane for an upcoming turn or exit, the system will alert you through both visual and audio warnings -- guiding you safely to the correct lane. For example, if you’re stuck in the left lane but your exit is on the right, the car will detect that and tell you exactly when to move. Built For Safety And Accuracy Google says the feature is designed to make navigation more accurate, stress-free, and safer, especially on busy highways or in unfamiliar areas. With over 2 billion monthly users, Google Maps is already one of the most trusted navigation tools globally, and this update marks its deeper integration with in-car systems. Currently, there are no plans to bring Live Lane Guidance to Android or iOS apps, since it depends on hardware built into the vehicle itself. But as Google continues to partner with more automakers, expect to see this smart lane guidance feature in future cars -- making driving safer, smarter, and more intuitive than ever. Get Latest News live on Times Now along with Breaking News and Top Headlines from Technology Science and around the world.
