If you are afraid of being stuck in traffic jams while driving yourself this festive season, worry not as Google is there for your rescue. The search engine giant has announced that users can now find directions and choose from a menu of ride service options straight from its Google Search App or through the mobile search browser.
With this integration, commuters across India can not only find out directions but also book ride services offered by Uber and Ola directly from Google Search. The tab assigned for booking ride will also display estimated fare as well as pick up time if a car is available near their location.
Earlier, this feature was introduced on the latest version of Google Maps, which showcased a dedicated tab with information for cab services along with the existing driving, public transport, or walking options.
“Choosing the best transit option can be a task at times, our aim is to help users simplify their everyday travel. With this, users will be able to order, explore and make quick comparisons about the best estimated taxi fare directly from Google Search results on their mobile,” said Sanket Gupta, Program Manager, Google.
On request for specific information such as “Taxi to Bangalore airport” or more specifically “Uber to Bangalore airport” or “Ola to Bangalore airport”, the app / browser directs the user to select a service and automatically opens the app to book the ride, all in just one tap.
In cases, your smartphone doesn’t contain Uber or Ola app, Google Search will also show a link to install the app.
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