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AppWizard

February 11, 2026

Car Icons Are Disappearing From Google Maps in Android Auto (but You Might Be Able to Fix It)

Android Auto users are experiencing an issue where car icons are disappearing from the navigation interface in Google Maps. This problem began six days ago, coinciding with the release of Android Auto version 16.1, although some users have reported similar issues with version 15.9. The bug tends to occur when users switch to another app in fullscreen mode and then return to Google Maps. A temporary fix involves force quitting Google Maps, but the issue recurs. Community-sourced solutions include updating or downgrading Android Auto, changing to the default car icon, and avoiding leaving the Google Maps app. If these solutions fail, users may consider alternative navigation apps like Waze, Sygic GPS, or TomTom, which do not exhibit this bug.

Winsage

April 26, 2025

Blame your phone for killing off this traditional Windows app

Microsoft has announced that Windows Maps will be deprecated by April, with the app being removed from the Windows Store by July and ceasing to receive support thereafter. A July update will deactivate the Maps app entirely. Personal data saved in the app will remain intact but will not function after July 2025. New PCs running future versions of Windows 11 will not come preinstalled with the Maps app beyond the current 24H2 release. Users can still access mapping services through Bing’s dedicated maps page.

AppWizard

February 3, 2025

Android Auto users report issues with TomTom GO, but devs say a fix is coming

Drivers using the TomTom GO app on Android Auto have reported technical difficulties, including error messages and display malfunctions, particularly after a recent update. In February, users expressed dissatisfaction with the app's performance, with one user noting it failed to display in their car. TomTom previously introduced a "truck plan" for larger vehicles, offering tailored navigation considering size and weight restrictions. Last December, Android Auto users experienced audio stuttering and error notifications, leading to advice to use version 13.3 until issues were resolved. In early 2023, Google improved the Android Auto experience by integrating it into the Polestar 2, adding features like HD Radio and enhanced phone connectivity.