Android Auto has consistently been Google’s most impressive smart driving companion, allowing users to connect their smartphones to their car’s infotainment system, thus minimizing distractions while driving. Meanwhile, the latest Android Auto 14.3 version introduces an interesting update to Google Maps.

The new Android Auto version 14.3, currently available in its beta channel, brings notable yet minor changes (Via) to Google Maps, replacing the iconic blue arrow that indicates directions during travel.

Historically, Google has utilized a blue-colored arrow to indicate directions within Google Maps. However, with the latest update, Android Auto’s Google Maps is undergoing a noticeable change, replacing the iconic blue arrow with the user’s vehicle icon.

This update means that Android Auto users will now see their vehicle’s icon instead of the blue arrow while using navigation within Google Maps. Additionally, previous reports indicate that Google has been working to replace the navigation arrow with the user’s personalized car icon and colors in Google Maps for Android smartphones.

Following the update for mobile devices, the latest 14.3 version of Android Auto seems to be introducing the ability to choose and personalize the vehicle’s icon and color within Google Maps on Android Auto as well.

This update could be a significant step towards providing a more customized and convenient user experience for the Android Auto community worldwide, while also enhancing the overall UI and alignment of navigation and directions within Google Maps on Android Auto.

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