Overview
- User reports and tech outlets first documented the new GPS speed readout appearing on external Android Auto displays in coverage published July 19–20.
- Early testers say the display shows the vehicle's GPS speed next to the local speed‑limit indicator on the Android Auto screen.
- Multiple reports link the appearance to Google Maps version 26.29.02 and say the feature is absent on version 26.28.03.
- Drivers must enable the 'speed limit' and 'tachometer' switches in Google Maps on their phone for the readout to appear on external displays.
- Google has not announced the rollout and availability looks limited to certain device and country combinations, with reports from India and Canada so far, while rollout may expand in waves or via the Maps beta on Google Play.