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Waze Finally Rolls Out Long-Awaited Safety & Route Updates
23 Jan
Summary
- Waze is rolling out five new features, including curve and speed bump warnings.
- Users will receive notifications for speed limit decreases and roundabout guidance.
- Emergency vehicle alerts are debuting in the US, Canada, France, and Mexico.
Navigation app Waze is now rolling out five significant new features to all users, nearly two years after they were first announced. These updates aim to improve the driving experience by introducing real-time warnings for sharp curves, speed bumps, and toll booths. Drivers will also benefit from notifications about sudden speed limit reductions and enhanced guidance for navigating complex roundabouts, ensuring clearer lane choices and exit information.
The app is also refining its navigation algorithms to learn and favor users' preferred routes over time, while still alerting them to significant traffic or accident-related detours. A notable addition is the introduction of emergency vehicle notifications, designed to help drivers slow down and be aware of first responders on the roadside. This feature is launching in the US, Canada, France, and Mexico, with a broader international rollout planned for the near future. Waze has stated these features will be landing for everyone in the coming weeks, though some users may have already seen them appear.
