Google Maps Added Bike-Share Locations in 10 Different Cities
Daniel Johnson — July 20, 2020 — Tech
References: about.google & engadget
Google will update its Google Maps platform to display bike-share locations, along with other standard navigation features. the new feature can direct users to bike-share locations in their vicinity, as well as any relevant pickup and drop off locations. The new feature will be rolling out to users in the next few weeks, and it will initially be available in 10 different cities. The list of cities includes Chicago, San Francisco Bay Area, Washington DC, New York, London, Mexico City, Montreal, Rio De Janerio, as well as Tapei and New Tapei City.
Bike-sharing platforms are becoming more popular, especially in large cities. Integrating the navigation app with bike-sharing services could be popular with many users who commute using shared bikes.
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Bike-sharing platforms are becoming more popular, especially in large cities. Integrating the navigation app with bike-sharing services could be popular with many users who commute using shared bikes.
Image Credit: Shutterstock
Trend Themes
1. Bike-integrated Navigation - Integrating navigation apps with bike-sharing services can improve the user experience for bike commuters.
2. Ride-share Navigation - Navigation apps can include ride-share options to provide a more comprehensive experience for users.
3. Smart City Mobility - Incorporating bike-sharing services into city planning can help create a more sustainable and accessible transportation system.
Industry Implications
1. Transportation - Integrating bike-sharing services with navigation apps could disrupt traditional transportation methods, especially in urban areas.
2. Technology - Developing new technologies and services to integrate different transportation methods can create opportunities for innovation in the tech industry.
3. Sustainability - Promoting sustainable transportation options through bike-sharing services and smart city planning can disrupt traditional modes of urban infrastructure.
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