Save money and gas with Google without installing extra apps

A new Google function will save money, gasoline and take care of the environment. Everything you have to know.

In today’s world, one of the main concerns of companies is to be aware of climate change and care for the environment . From spending fewer resources or coming up with new features, more and more companies are looking to bring more green alternatives to their business.

Google is no exception. In this context, not only will the options of how long the trip will take or which is the fastest way appear, but the technology giant has introduced a new »green» function: ecological routes.

WHAT ARE ECOLOGICAL ROUTES?

At the beginning of September, Google Maps launched the new option of ecological routes. This means that Google will propose to users the routes that require less gasoline not only to take care of the environment , but also to help users save a few euros.

In this way, although there may be a faster alternative, the user will be able to choose another route that will be cheaper and more ecological , although it may take a few minutes longer. To find the best alternative, the application will take into account traffic jams, distance, traffic, gas stations and electric chargers , among others.

HOW TO USE THE ECOLOGICAL ROUTES?

The application will offer ecological routes to save gasoline.

In order to activate this function, it is necessary to update the latest version of Google Maps on the mobile. Once updated, the user must enter a destination to make a trip and, in the results, the app will offer different alternative routes .

Then, you must click on the «Route options » button on the screen and select the option that prioritizes fuel saving routes . In addition, it will be possible to filter by types of gasoline used by the vehicle to find the best possible route, and the number of how much gasoline will be saved will appear on the screen.

WHAT OTHER USEFUL FEATURES DOES GOOGLE MAPS HAVE?

In addition to ecological routes, Google Maps has multiple functions to improve users’ trips. The application allows:

  • Search for any desired  address  and  location
  • get  coordinates
  • Save addresses  in »Favorites»
  • Add  stops  on trips
  • Remember  where you parked the car
  • Control the music  you play while driving