Google Maps allows pit stops and detours in navigation mode

Google has released a fresh update on Google Play Store for its Maps application, which allows users to add stops to your existing route without the need to exit navigation.You can search for and add pit stops like restaurants, petrol pumps, grocery shops and prominent landmarks on your way to destination, so as to accommodate for the extra time for your journey and provide you an accurate estimate time.

An update on Google Maps for Android has now enabled an option to add an extra stop to your route, without having to exit navigation mode in Google Maps.

This ensures quicker pit stops and fewer long detours as users can search for places like gas stations, restaurants, grocery stores and more along their route. It will also show you how long a stop will add to your trip while keeping you on your route.

"Google Maps has enabled travellers to navigate with greater ease, safety and convenience for years now. This new update will ensure that they can make a sudden or anticipated pit stop and detours without having to exit navigation mode. They can also add these to their routes for subsequent use if required, thereby easing the navigation process and also saving time," said Suren Ruhela, director, Google Maps.