"Google Maps has introduced a new feature that will make using the service more friendly for electric vehicle drivers. You can now see real-time availability of Tesla Superchargers on Google Maps, Tesla said on Tuesday in a post on X. Google is displaying the live information under the Overview section of the app with green highlights. It might seem like a small addition, but it can make a meaningful difference to your road trips."
"The next step for navigation providers is to go beyond live availability and also show real-time wait time, forecasted availability, and dynamically re-route customers based on forecast, Max De Zegher, Tesla's director of charging, said in a post on X. He went on to compare Tesla's own trip planner to an air traffic controller. Knowing where the planes are and assigning them to runways and airports can help with congestion. EV chargers would benefit from similar planning, he said."
Google Maps now displays live Tesla Supercharger availability under the Overview section with green highlights, letting drivers see charger status without switching apps. The feature reduces waiting and can make road trips smoother by helping drivers avoid crowded stations, especially in dense cities with limited fast-charging infrastructure. Future navigation improvements could include real-time wait times, forecasted availability, and dynamic rerouting based on forecasts. Trip planning for chargers could mirror air-traffic control strategies to reduce congestion by assigning vehicles to chargers more efficiently. The Tesla app also provides real-time availability but can occasionally fail or be slow to load.
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