From Engadget · Igor Bonifacic · · 1m
Garmin cyclists now visible to Waze drivers
Garmin and Waze integrate to show cyclists on the navigation app, alerting drivers to their presence on the road ahead.
In brief
Garmin and Waze integrate to show cyclists on the navigation app, alerting drivers to their presence on the road ahead. Garmin and Waze have integrated to display active cyclists on Waze, warning drivers of their presence through notifications and moving icons. Originally reported by Engadget.
Garmin and Waze partner on cyclist safety
Waze is partnering with Garmin to use the company's LiveTrack feature. Cyclists using Garmin smartwatches or Edge bike computers can now appear on Waze as they ride.
Drivers get alerts about cyclists ahead
When a cyclist enables LiveTrack, drivers using Waze receive a notification warning them there are cyclists ahead on the road. They also see a moving icon as they approach.
Privacy protected, feature optional
LiveTrack is completely optional for cyclists and automatically turns off when a ride ends. Waze says your name, identity and route are never shared with drivers.
“your name, identity and route are never shared”
The one thing
Garmin and Waze have integrated to display active cyclists on Waze, warning drivers of their presence through notifications and moving icons.
