How Google Maps Is Tapping AI To Relieve EV Charging Anxiety

New navigation features are beginning to roll out to Google Maps that are coming just in time as millions of people hit the road for holiday travel. The company says that these new features are designed to help users save time and be better prepared by providing useful information about EV charging stations and local trips.

One of the pain points of owning an electric vehicle is the stress that’s associated with traveling longer distances without knowing what the charging situation is like along the way. Google is leveraging AI to predict what charger availability will be like at a given station, so users will know what to expect. To use this feature, just search for “EV Chargers” from within Maps. It will begin to roll out next week for Android Auto and cars that have Google built-in.

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