Google Maps Adds Live Lane Guidance to Polestar 4 EVs Using Camera and AI
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Elissa Welle
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Summary
Google Maps is introducing a live lane guidance feature for Polestar 4 electric vehicles that uses the car's front-facing camera to detect lane markings and road signs. This information is processed by Google Maps' AI to provide real-time audio and visual cues to drivers about when to merge lanes, particularly helpful for highway exits and lane changes. The feature is being rolled out initially in the US and Sweden.
Key quotes
· 4 pulledGoogle Maps is rolling out live lane guidance to drivers of the Google-powered electric Polestar 4.
The new feature relies on the EV's front-facing camera to 'see' lane markings and road signs.
That information feeds into Google Maps' AI and provides the driver with customized audio and visual cues about merging lanes in real time.
With live lane guidance, just glance at your dash display to see exactly which lane you need to be in.
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