Google Maps Unveils Immersive Navigation on Android Auto

Google Maps is getting its biggest update in years on Android Auto, and it's called Immersive Navigation. This feature displays a 3D render of the road and your environment along with your exact position, giving you a clear picture of the road ahead and its surroundings.

The UI shows flyovers, buildings, lane markings on highways, trees, terrain, and even landmarks using 3D models. The update has already begun rolling out to some users who have updated to Android Auto version 17.3.

Immersive Navigation was first announced in March when Google unveiled the update alongside Ask Maps, an AI-powered feature that allows you to ask anything about different places and help with tasks like booking restaurant reservations.