Saskia HeijltjesDec 27, 2022

Google maps #fail

Cycling directions include a warning (that is odd and off-putting) while driving directions give you a pat on the back for saving petrol 🤔

Driving directions screenshot in next post

#activetravel #BikeTooter #cycling #cycle #google #ClimateEmergency

Show threadSaskia HeijltjesDec 27, 2022
Driving instructions with chart #greenwashing #Greenwash
Show threadFab On A BikeDec 27, 2022
@saskia Absurd really. Save petrol on your bike ride 🤦‍♂️
I only ever used Google Maps once when cycling to find a hotel...what a waste of time. I prefer Komoot.
Show threadJames Havisham
@FabOnABike @saskia And even finding places can be useful with Komoot as it relies on Open Street Maps. I find Google Maps not accurate and not customisable enough for cycling.
Dec 27, 2022 at 10:56pmWeb
Show threadSaskia HeijltjesDec 28, 2022
@awesomeknight @FabOnABike but most people will use Google maps and they'll get these messages 😒
Show threadJames HavishamDec 28, 2022

@saskia @FabOnABike It’s just that Maps main focus is still driving while cycling or walking is a side-product. They could put more effort in offering a good product for all but maybe it doesn’t bring them enough profit or data. 🤷‍♂️

Meanwhile Apple in Germany: cycling not supported for years. Public transport: simple time table, no real time routing.

I think if you want serious routing for types other than driving, you need a different app.

Show threadFab On A BikeDec 28, 2022
@awesomeknight @saskia I agree, Google made quite a big fuss around cycling navigation in the last 2 years and it's basically useless. I know most people use what is on their phone like Google Maps or Apple Maps, but if you really specifically need to plan something for cycling (not only), there are just better solutions