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Trusting Your Tesla's Navigation System: Secrets Behind Unusual Route Requests and How They Could Benefit You

The Mystery of the Navigation's Request During a recent road trip from New Mexico to Michigan, a Tesla driver encountered an unexpected request from their car's navigation system. Upon arriving at the Supercharger in Collinsville, located in the St Louis area, the navigation requested that they skip the next two

Jacky Owen Mar 2, 2023 • 3 min read

ALEXA

Using Alexa with Rivian Navigation: Workarounds Available, But Not Ideal

Alexa is an amenity and you're lucky to get it. It's not a navigation system Rivian has included Alexa as an amenity in their vehicles, but it is not a full-fledged navigation system. Alexa can be used to send destinations from your smartphone to the Rivian navigation system, but it

Jacky Owen Jan 2, 2023 • 4 min read

NAVIGATION

Navigation Shortcomings and Other Improvements Needed for Rivian's R1T with 12/22 Firmware Update

Rivian has made great strides in the navigation department with its 12/22 firmware update. The new feature that allows users to share addresses from Apple Maps or Google Maps on their smartphones to the Rivian navigation system is a welcome addition. However, the navigation system still has some glaring

Jamie Lawson Dec 22, 2022 • 4 min read

Troubleshoot Tesla AI-based Navigation System Issues for Accurate Directions & Avoid Getting Lost

Artificial Intelligence is the future of navigation. AI can learn from its mistakes and make better decisions in the future. Tesla's AI-based navigation system is designed to learn from its mistakes and provide more accurate directions. It uses machine learning algorithms to analyze data from past trips and make predictions

Kyle Moore Dec 22, 2022 • 3 min read

BMW

Precondition Your Battery for Faster, Safer Charging with Android Auto Google Maps and the MyBMW App

Battery Preconditioning when using Android Auto Google Maps to arrive at charging station Battery preconditioning is an important factor to consider when using Android Auto Google Maps to arrive at a charging station. It can help reduce the time it takes to charge the battery and ensure that the battery

Jamie Lawson Dec 16, 2022 • 4 min read

NAVIGATION

Get the Most Out of Your Navigation with Waze: Get Real-Time Traffic Alerts, Voice Commands & More - For Free!

Google Maps does have the speed trap feature, but it's not as comprehensive or reliable as Waze. Waze is still the best choice for navigation and traffic alerts, and it would be great if Tesla could add it to their core software. However, given that Google hasn't even ported Waze

Jamie Lawson Dec 15, 2022 • 3 min read

NAVIGATION

Get the Most Out of Navigation Apps - Waze Wins Over Google Maps with Real-Time Updates, Speed Trap Info & More

Google Maps does have the speed trap feature, but it's not as comprehensive as Waze. Waze also has a lot of other features that make it more useful than Google Maps, such as real-time traffic updates, road closures, and even gas prices. Plus, Waze is constantly being updated with new

Jamie Lawson Dec 15, 2022 • 4 min read

BMW

Explore with Ease: Get the Most Out of BMW Navigation and Its Advanced Features

BMW Navigation is a great way to get around with ease. It provides the most recent updates by simply using your VIN or Model No. and allows you to check for updated maps that are available for your BMW & Mini. The navigation system also has the option to display charging

Jamie Lawson Nov 1, 2022 • 4 min read

TROUBLESHOOTING

Resolving R1T Home Charging Frustrations: Steps to Get Your Vehicle Charging Smoothly

R1T home charging frustrations can be a real headache. The truck may not recognize its home address, making it difficult to utilize scheduled charging. This issue can be resolved by disabling and then re-enabling the scheduled charging, changing the home location to somewhere else and then back again, rebooting the

Kyle Moore Sep 16, 2022 • 4 min read

AUTONOMOUS

Unlocking the Benefits of AI-Assisted Transportation with the Rivian R1T EV | Range, Tires & Charging Considerations

Assisted Intelligence is the future of transportation and it will be a major factor in reducing daily commute miles. Autonomous vehicles are being tested now and soon they'll be available to the public. They will make driving safer, reduce traffic congestion, and improve fuel efficiency. AI-assisted navigation systems can help

Kyle Moore Aug 16, 2022 • 4 min read