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Increase notification for destination
The first time I used waze I completely missed my destination. Im used to my old map app zooming in and notifying me if I have missed it. Waze just assumes you have arrived and so I was lost after I missed my destination. There was also no notification to turn, it just assumed where I was going was in the middle of the road, with no sound to let me know when I have arrived and if the directions had worked. This makes the app unusable for me as rural areas sometimes houses and places are very hidden!
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Bloquear zonas o lugares peligrosos
Seriía bueno que a uno le permita "banear" o bloquear lugares peligrosos o considerados como zonas rojas entre sus rutas para que la navegación no lo tire a uno por ahí, algo así como permite bloquear ferrys, peajes, etc.
Aquí en Guatemala hay muchas zonas de alto riesgo que sí uno entra, de entrada le disparan, pero Waze no lo sabe y tira rutas para que uno pase por ahí y siendo que uno no conoce, se arriesga a salir herido o muerto de esos sitios.
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Opciones "Sin tráfico" y "Transitar con precaución"
Me gustaría que hubiera la opción de "Sin tráfico" para los casos donde el trancon terminó y pues ya no hay tráfico.
Además de la opción "Transitar con precaución" para zonas que pueden ser peligrosas para el vehículo y las personas.2 votes -
Speed limit indicator
Change the colour of the 'proportion of speed limit' indicator line from grey to green which would make it easier to read at a glance and mean less time looking away from the road - especially useful in built up areas where it's sometimes not clear whether the limit is 20mph or 30mph
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Optional persistent reminder while inside an active school zone
Waze already provides an alert when a driver enters an active school zone, which is very helpful. However, once that initial alert has passed, there is no ongoing indication that the driver is still within the active school zone.
In real driving conditions, drivers may stop at traffic lights, turn onto side streets, or continue driving for several minutes within the same school zone. Over time, the initial alert can fade from awareness, even though the zone is still active.
Consider adding an optional, low‑distraction persistent reminder while the vehicle remains inside an active school zone (for example, a configurable periodic chime or brief reminder). This could help reinforce driver awareness and encourage continued attention to speed and surroundings throughout the zone, without requiring additional interaction.
This would build on existing school‑zone data and alerts, and could be fully user‑configurable to avoid alert fatigue.Waze already provides an alert when a driver enters an active school zone, which is very helpful. However, once that initial alert has passed, there is no ongoing indication that the driver is still within the active school zone.
In real driving conditions, drivers may stop at traffic lights, turn onto side streets, or continue driving for several minutes within the same school zone. Over time, the initial alert can fade from awareness, even though the zone is still active.
Consider adding an optional, low‑distraction persistent reminder while the vehicle remains inside an active school zone (for example, a configurable…2 votes -
Lack of Context in Rerouting: Security Risks and User Autonomy
The current Waze algorithm often reroutes users on long-distance trips without providing the underlying reason (e.g., specific accidents, road closures, or incremental traffic). While this "silent optimization" might work for short urban commutes, it represents a significant strategic failure for long-haul navigation for the following reasons:
Safety vs. Efficiency: By prioritizing the ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival) above all else, the app frequently diverts drivers from well-monitored, high-infrastructure highways to poorly maintained or dangerous secondary roads to save a negligible amount of time. Without knowing why the route was changed, the driver cannot assess if the time-saving is worth the safety risk.
Loss of Situational Awareness: On long journeys, a driver is a decision-maker, not just a data point. If the app detects a total road closure 30 miles ahead but only shows a new path, the driver loses the opportunity to make strategic choices, such as stopping at a service station to wait or choosing a different, safer detour.
Algorithmic Opacity: The lack of transparency creates distrust. If the system suggests a detour without specifying the cause, the user is more likely to ignore the instruction, potentially heading straight into a major gridlock.
Requested Feature:
Implement a mandatory notification (visual or auditory) for significant route changes on long-distance trips, specifying the cause (e.g., "Route changed due to accident on Hwy X"). The driver must be kept in the loop to maintain safety and logistical control over the trip.The current Waze algorithm often reroutes users on long-distance trips without providing the underlying reason (e.g., specific accidents, road closures, or incremental traffic). While this "silent optimization" might work for short urban commutes, it represents a significant strategic failure for long-haul navigation for the following reasons:
Safety vs. Efficiency: By prioritizing the ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival) above all else, the app frequently diverts drivers from well-monitored, high-infrastructure highways to poorly maintained or dangerous secondary roads to save a negligible amount of time. Without knowing why the route was changed, the driver cannot assess if the time-saving is worth the…2 votes -
Mobile phone detecting camera report option
Add an option for reporting mobile phone detecting cameras, and have permanent ones show on the map
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Improve motorcycle mode and route suggestions
It’s great that Waze has a dedicated motorcycle mode. However it does not feel like a dedicated mode. We get the same road suggestions as with a car. A motorcycle can move fast through smaller roads and not be stuck in traffic. If I choose avoid motorways, I may miss a part that would be better done there. Moreover, proposals and ETA are impacted by lane splitting. But this does not always work or is allowed, so it should not be taken on board. And on the interface side, you still need to push buttons - there is not great integration for voice commands and on iOS it’s even more underwhelming. Motorcyclists could give fast updates on traffic, but we need more options.
Proposals:
Improve/empower Waze motorcycle mode with route options factoring in smaller roads where a motorcycle can go.
Give better options on your interface for bikers with helmets and voice commands.
Do not account lane splitting.It’s great that Waze has a dedicated motorcycle mode. However it does not feel like a dedicated mode. We get the same road suggestions as with a car. A motorcycle can move fast through smaller roads and not be stuck in traffic. If I choose avoid motorways, I may miss a part that would be better done there. Moreover, proposals and ETA are impacted by lane splitting. But this does not always work or is allowed, so it should not be taken on board. And on the interface side, you still need to push buttons - there is not great…
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I need a good Female English (Ireland) voice. Male voice? How about Ethan Peck, who plays Spock on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds?
I'm begging for a good Female English (Ireland) voice. For a Male voice, how about Ethan Peck, who plays Spock on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds fame?
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Speedometer Alarm Customization
Hi, the main reason I found and installed Waze was to help manage my speed on long trips. As others have mentioned in the past, the alarm is somewhat subtle and short, which reduces its effectiveness. I would encourage you to add several styles of alarm for someone to choose from, and/or an option to keep the alarm on or beeping until under the desired speed threshold. I'm envisioning something like a seatbelt alarm, because those are very effective!
Thanks for your consideration!
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Product Gap
Limiting routes to only one stop is a major usability gap—most navigation apps support multiple stops, and this is a basic expectation, especially for Android Auto users.
Also, the inability to edit destinations after adding a stop and the lack of address visibility for saved contacts are functional limitations, not feature requests.
This impacts real-world usage like errands, deliveries, or multi-stop trips. It reduces Waze’s practicality compared to competitors.
Please confirm if these are actively being worked on or planned. Redirecting to the suggestion box doesn’t resolve the current usability problems.
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Show the indicated speed of current road without also showing vehicle speed.
Allow the speedometer to show indicated speed zone for the current road without also showing the vehicles current speed.
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multicolor traject controlled side bar
The side bar appearing when you are in a speed controlled zone (traject control) is always green. If the average speed of this zone is 70 can the app constantly calculate your speed and keep the bar green when you are in this average speed but turn yellow when you reach 70 and red when you cross the average speed (71-up) so you know you need to slow down to stay on the average speed, or you have room to speed up a little when you had to stop for any reason without overspeeding the average speed.
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Map issue
I would like to report that there is a problem in my map view, the name of the street I am on is displayed in the bottom of the map, right where I should see the navigation icon, and it is making difficult to navigate, I tried to desactivate this in the configuration but I did not found this setting. It would be best if the street name be displayed in the top of the map.
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Princess Donut and AI voices from Dungeon Crawler Carl
Would Love to have the voices for navigation of Princess Donut and AI from Dungeon Crawler Carl!
A third option would be Carl from Dungeon Crawler Carl.I would also love the option to pay to keep a certain voice so it never goes away.
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Please find a way without adjusting my phone, android, to increase the font on the turn directions in the black box in the top left corner.
Make the street names that appear right below the car icon larger in addition to the turn-by-turn directions in the black box in the top left corner. Also if I'm going somewhere and I want to search for a new location it shouldn't come up with no results it should ask if I want to cancel the current route and
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מניעת שכחת ילד ברכב
פיצ'ר "מצב ילד" - מניעה אקטיבית של שכחת ילדים (ללא מטרת רווח)
הצורך: התזכורת הנוכחית היא פסיבית וגורמת ל"עיוורון התראות".
הפתרון:
1. בתחילת נסיעה: הוספת מתג מהיר "יש ילד ברכב?" (יופיע חכם לפי שעות הגן/בית ספר).
2. בסיום נסיעה: האפליקציה תדרוש פעולה פיזית (אישור בסליידר) כדי לוודא שהרכב נסרק, ולא תסתפק בהודעה שנעלמת.
3. רשת ביטחון: התראה קולנית חריגה אם הנהג התרחק מהרכב מבלי שביצע את האישור.השורה התחתונה: הופכים את Waze מצופה מהצד לשותפה אקטיבית בהצלת חיים, באפס עלות חומרה למשתמש.
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Inaccurate “Public transportation” Ticket Alerts for motorcycle-only routes
In Taiwan, many segments and turns (which aren’t public transportation lanes) are restricted to motorcycles only (24/7). However, the system currently assumes they are public transportation lanes by design and shows this pop-up.
As a result, when navigating through these routes, the app mistakenly shows a ‘Ticket Alert’ with a ‘Public transportation vehicles only’ warning. This causes a lot of confusion for users.
To improve the user experience, I suggest displaying a specific ‘Motorcycles Only’ warning when approaching routes restricted to motorcycles.
This would act as a great reminder for users who might have accidentally set their vehicle type to Motorcycle while driving a Private car or Taxi. Seeing this alert will prompt them to check their settings and switch to the correct mode if necessary.
Thanks!
In Taiwan, many segments and turns (which aren’t public transportation lanes) are restricted to motorcycles only (24/7). However, the system currently assumes they are public transportation lanes by design and shows this pop-up.
As a result, when navigating through these routes, the app mistakenly shows a ‘Ticket Alert’ with a ‘Public transportation vehicles only’ warning. This causes a lot of confusion for users.
To improve the user experience, I suggest displaying a specific ‘Motorcycles Only’ warning when approaching routes restricted to motorcycles.
This would act as a great reminder for users who might have accidentally set their vehicle type to…
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Option to remove quick access on sound/mute from map display
Please give us the option to remove quick access sound button from the map display. I prefer a clean map without all the unnecessary button on the display. The settings button is fine, should be allowed to remove everything else on the display. I never use sound navigation, it is a distraction otherwise.
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Roronoa Zoro
Since he's directionally challenged, maybe we can show him the right way to go without side quests. I would love to hear mosshead yelling at me, that I'm going the wrong direction. Waze was made for him. Lol
2 votes
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