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Read moreVolvo Teams Up with Waze, Offering Seamless Navigation Experience in Canada
In a groundbreaking move, Volvo has introduced Waze, the popular navigation app, to its in-car app library, a development that enhances the in-car experience for Volvo owners worldwide, including Canadian drivers for the first time. This announcement was met with great excitement by both Volvo and Waze, as the collaboration promises to deliver a seamless, device-independent driving experience.
The integration of Waze into Volvo's infotainment system offers real-time navigation, routing, and traffic alerts directly in the vehicle. With just a one-time setup, after downloading the app from the Google Play Store, drivers can access these Waze features with a single tap, without needing to connect their mobile devices to the car.
This partnership aims to minimize phone-related distractions while maximizing the features Waze users are familiar with, thus improving the overall journey for daily commuters. It leverages Volvo's centre infotainment screen for an enhanced visual experience, displaying navigation data on a bigger, eye-level screen, offering ease of use within the familiar Volvo interface.
Erik Severinson, Volvo's global head of new car programmes & operations strategy, echoed the company's dedication to enhancing customer experience through partnerships with tech giants like Google and Waze. Volvo's expansion of its in-car app offerings brings added personalization options and benefits to its customers. This move showcases Volvo's commitment to continuously evolve and improve their vehicles' experience via in-house software development and collaborations with tech industry leaders.
In summary, the introduction of Waze into Volvo's infotainment system marks a significant step in the journey towards a more interactive, personalized, and seamless in-car experience for Volvo owners globally.
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