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October 09, 2026
Announcement
Navigation Connect API in Preview
The Navigation Connect API is now available in
Preview. With the Navigation
Connect API, your backend can receive real-time trip location and ETA
updates from the Google Maps and Waze apps, while your drivers use their
preferred navigation app. There's no charge for API usage during
Preview.
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