# Lane Assisting Navigation Apps Waze Now Has Lane Guidance for Users in the Beta Test Program By Daniel Johnson | Published 2020-05-01 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lane-guidance References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/waze-beta-lane-guidance-174412883.html) & [waze](https://www.waze.com/) Waze is currently [beta testing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-driving-app) a lane guidance feature, which can help inform users about upcoming lane changes. The lane guidance feature will be located on the upper portion of the display, where the optimal lane will be highlighted. However when the feature is not required it will not take up screen space, and it will only appear when the users begin to approach the area where they need to change. The guidance feature is currently available for all users in the beta program, however, it is unclear when it will be expanded to all users. Overall the new feature could become important to users, who frequently make trips on [larger roads or highways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bee-network). Image Credit: Shutterstock ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Lane Guidance Navigation:** The lane guidance feature in navigation apps can enhance user experience by providing clear instructions for lane changes. - **Minimizing Distractions:** Navigation apps can utilize features that only appear when necessary, reducing screen clutter and distractions for users. - **Personalized Road Assistance:** Lane assisting navigation apps can offer customized guidance based on user preferences and specific road conditions. ### Where This Applies - **Navigation Technology:** The navigation technology industry can explore and develop innovative features like lane guidance to stay competitive in the market. - **Automotive:** Automotive companies can integrate lane guidance technology into their in-dash navigation systems to enhance driver safety and convenience. - **App Development:** App development companies can create and enhance navigation apps with lane guidance features to attract and retain users. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Driving App Enhancements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waze-voice-feature-update.md) - [EV-Friendly Navigation Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ev-friendly-navigation.md) - [Charger-Locating GPS Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waze-2.md) - [AI-Powered Map Reporting Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waze-conversational-reporting.md) - [Navigation App Music Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waze-integrated-apple-music.md) - [Advanced Automotive Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waze-1.md) - [Astrologically-Influenced Driving Modes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waze-3.md) - [Retro-Themed Navigation Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waze-retro-mode.md) - [Automated Lane-Changing Car Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gm-super-cruise.md)