{"id":141977,"date":"2025-05-29T15:21:10","date_gmt":"2025-05-29T15:21:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/google-maps-say-goodbye-to-that-ugly-icon-heres-how-to-personalize-your-vehicle-teknomers\/"},"modified":"2025-05-29T15:21:14","modified_gmt":"2025-05-29T15:21:14","slug":"google-maps-say-goodbye-to-that-ugly-icon-heres-how-to-personalize-your-vehicle-teknomers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/google-maps-say-goodbye-to-that-ugly-icon-heres-how-to-personalize-your-vehicle-teknomers\/","title":{"rendered":"Google Maps: Say goodbye to that ugly icon\u2014here\u2019s how to personalize your vehicle! Teknomers."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"380\" height=\"606\" data-id=\"141975\" src=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/58309a11-fini-l-icone-moche-donnez-du-style-a-votre-voiture-sur-google-maps__w380.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-141975\"\/><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"380\" height=\"627\" data-id=\"141976\" src=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/45bfb421-fini-l-icone-moche-donnez-du-style-a-votre-voiture-sur-google-maps__w380.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-141976\"\/><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\r\n \r\n<div>\n\nGoogle Maps has become an indispensable tool for navigation, but it\u2019s just got \u00a0more personal\u00a0. Users can now \u00a0customize the icon\u00a0 of their vehicle during GPS navigation, bringing a touch of individuality to an otherwise generic experience. This new feature allows you to select from eight different vehicle models and colors, making your navigation not only functional but also visually appealing. Here\u2019s a step-by-step guide on how to take advantage of this exciting new feature.\n\n<h2 id=\"1-start-a-route\">1. Start a Route<\/h2>\n\nTo kick things off, you\u2019ll need to \u00a0initiate a route\u00a0 within the Google Maps app. This can be done from anywhere, but you must ensure that your starting point is your current location. Simply enter your destination as you normally would, and tap \u201cDirections.\u201d\n\nOnce you have entered the destination, you will see your \u00a0current location\u00a0 marked by a blue icon. Tap on this icon to proceed to the customization menu.\n\n<div class=\"ed__cntnr is--sw\">\n<figure class=\"ed__m-fgr has--lightbox\" data-gt-lightbox-id=\"publication-lightbox\" data-gt-index=\"1197167\">\n\n<figcaption>D\u00e9marrer un itin\u00e9raire dans Google Maps \u2014 Capture d&#8217;\u00e9cran \u00a9 Google Maps<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"2-choose-your-driving-avatar\">2. Choose Your Driving Avatar<\/h2>\n\nAfter tapping the blue location icon, a menu will pop up, allowing you to \u00a0select your vehicle avatar\u00a0 from the eight available models. This adds a level of personalization to your GPS navigation that many users may find enjoyable.\n\nIn addition to choosing the shape of your vehicle, you can also opt for one of the eight available colors: \u00a0glacier white, midnight black, ash gray, poppy red, sky blue, sun yellow, teal,\u00a0 and \u00a0sunset magenta\u00a0.\n\n<div class=\"ed__cntnr is--sw\">\n<figure class=\"ed__m-fgr has--lightbox\" data-gt-lightbox-id=\"publication-lightbox\" data-gt-index=\"1197168\">\n\n<figcaption>Choix de l&#8217;avatar de conduite dans Google Maps \u2014 Capture d&#8217;\u00e9cran \u00a9 Google Maps<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"3-confirm-your-modifications\">3. Confirm Your Modifications<\/h2>\n\nOnce you have made your selections for the driving avatar and its color, clicking the \u00a0\u201cOK\u201d button\u00a0 will confirm your modifications. This feature is as easy as it is fun.\n\nOnce confirmed, you&#8217;ll notice that the icon now resembles your chosen vehicle, adding a layer of \u00a0personal touch\u00a0 to your navigation experience.\n\n<div class=\"ed__cntnr is--sw\">\n<figure class=\"ed__m-fgr has--lightbox\" data-gt-lightbox-id=\"publication-lightbox\" data-gt-index=\"1197169\">\n\n<figcaption>Changer d&#8217;avatar de conduite dans Google Maps \u2014 Capture d&#8217;\u00e9cran \u00a9 Google Maps<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\nIn summary, Google Maps has made navigation not just about getting from point A to point B but also about expressing your own style. This new feature promises to enhance the user experience by allowing for deeper customization, ultimately making your drives more enjoyable and reflective of your personal tastes.\n\nTo wrap it up, incorporating your personality into everyday tasks can make them more enjoyable. So why not start customizing your vehicle icon today? Whether you&#8217;re heading out for a quick grocery run or embarking on a long road trip, having a vehicle avatar that represents you can make all the difference in your navigation experience. Embrace this new feature and enjoy a more personalized Google Maps journey.\n\n<\/div>\r\n<br>\r\n<br><a href=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/category\/general\/\" rel=\"dofollow\">General News &#8211; 2<\/a>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Google Maps has become an indispensable tool for navigation, but it\u2019s just got \u00a0more personal\u00a0. Users can now \u00a0customize the icon\u00a0 of their vehicle during GPS navigation, bringing a touch of individuality to an otherwise generic experience. 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