Google and Apple Maps Defaults Often Prioritize Efficiency Over Driving Speed

By Michael Grothaus · Fast Company · 2026-07-25

Google and Apple Maps Defaults Often Prioritize Efficiency Over Driving Speed

Fast Company reports that the most popular navigation tools often prioritize fuel savings or personal habits over the quickest arrival times. While Google defaults to eco-friendly routing, Apple frequently suggests familiar paths rather than the most direct options. Users must ma

Fast Company reports that the most popular navigation tools often prioritize fuel savings or personal habits over the quickest arrival times. While Google defaults to eco-friendly routing, Apple frequently suggests familiar paths rather than the most direct options. Users must ma