MapQuest is making a comeback with Android Auto support. Its beta version brings navigation directly to the car dashboard, giving Android users another option besides Google Maps and Waze for everyday driving .
The MapQuest Android Auto beta offers turn-by-turn navigation with live traffic updates and route options. Drivers can also search for nearby places, including gas stations and EV charging points, while on the road.
Getting started requires the latest MapQuest app from Google Play. Users need to join the beta program from the app’s Play Store page and update MapQuest again before connecting the phone to an Android Auto-compatible car.
Once connected, MapQuest should appear alongside other navigation apps on the car display. If it does not show up, open Android Auto settings on the phone, select Customize launcher, and make sure MapQuest is enabled.
MapQuest also includes useful driving features such as voice search, saved locations, favorites, a speedometer and crowdsourced incident reports. These tools aim to make navigation more convenient while keeping important information on the dashboard.
The Android Auto version is still in beta, so some issues may appear. Early users have reported crashes, slow responses and voice directions cutting off. Some real-time features are also currently limited to the US and Canada.
MapQuest’s Android Auto support gives drivers another navigation choice, but the beta still needs improvements. Regular updates could make the service smoother as MapQuest works to compete with established apps such as Google Maps and Waze.
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