Google has rolled-back an update that caused the UI to cover the route in Android Auto. The error was widely highlighted by users who found Google Maps less useful after the update. You wait all year for an Android Auto update and then two come along at once. Well, not quite.

Google has recently announced the February 2025 Google Pixel update and one of the fixes mentioned in the changelog is aimed at Android Auto users.

The change in Google Maps on Android Auto had a big impact due to the limited screen space on many Android Auto devices. Google responded to feedback quickly by reverting to the previous design after users expressed frustration. Google could more thoroughly address the layout issue by offering decluttering options or other customization.

Google Maps is getting closer to Waze with the ability to customize your car icon when navigating. Since 2020, Google Maps has let you choose from four vehicle icons: arrow in white circle, red sedan,

It now has improved map utilization on all screen sizes and returns of right-aligned UI elements when not navigating.