# How Avoiding Traffic While Using Apps Like Waze Or Google Maps Works

> Since its launch in 2005, Google Maps has evolved significantly and now there are a variety of Google Maps features.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1799237/how-waze-google-maps-avoid-traffic-works-explained/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=67c344a64a71320e99fa4f9c)
- **Published:** 2025-03-01
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #smartphones #google #maps #apps #traffic #avoiding #waze #works
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