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Google Maps Introduces Custom Driving Avatars for Users

10/19/2025

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Google Maps will let users select a driving avatar in Settings, allowing drivers to choose their vehicle icon before starting navigation.
The Driving avatar option will appear in the Your vehicles menu, which also includes fuel type preferences.
The feature is still in testing, and rollout timelines remain uncertain.
Earlier this year, Google added enhanced vehicle models and color options to align with this update.

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Story summary

Google Maps will let users select a driving avatar in Settings, allowing drivers to choose their vehicle icon before starting navigation.
The Driving avatar option will appear in the Your vehicles menu, which also includes fuel type preferences.
The feature is still in testing, and rollout timelines remain uncertain.
Earlier this year, Google added enhanced vehicle models and color options to align with this update.