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September 22, 2026

You Can Change Your Google Maps Car Icon Without Even Touching Your Phone

In Android Auto version 17.8.163744 and Google Maps 26.38.0, a new feature called Driving Avatar allows users to customize the vehicle icon displayed on the screen. This feature was introduced in February 2025 and became available in Android Auto by May 2026. Users can access the Google Maps app directly through Android Auto to customize their avatar, which can be done by tapping the settings icon and selecting Driving Avatar. Customization options include various vehicle types and colors, such as a blue arrow, sedan, truck, SUV, sports car, small EV, and legacy icons like a red car, green pickup, and yellow station wagon. Additionally, Google Maps offers practical features like downloading offline maps, sharing trip progress, enabling media playback controls, and tailoring route suggestions.

AppWizard

October 23, 2025

One of the most underrated survival games just got even better with a surprise DLC that turns it into nightmare fuel

The latest DLC for Pacific Drive, titled Whispers in the Woods, is now available for immediate download. It introduces a darker narrative involving cults and new survival mechanics, set in an uncharted area of the Olympic Exclusion Zone. Players will uncover the cult's secrets, interact with new characters, and utilize Artifacts that enhance abilities and alter the environment. The expansion includes new types of anomalies, offers eight to twelve hours of gameplay, and features unlockable car components and decorative items.

AppWizard

February 20, 2025

The survival game with the best car ever has sold over a million copies in a year, and is now 40% off on Steam

Pacific Drive, launched a year ago, has sold over a million copies, making it a leading survival game of 2024. Developed by Ironwood Studios, the game features a station wagon that evolves into a versatile vehicle equipped with sci-fi gadgets, enhancing the gameplay experience. Players develop a bond with the vehicle, which serves as a resilient companion in the game's chaotic environment.