Waze Adds Real-Time Alerts for Nearby Cyclists
An opt-in Garmin feature is rolling out worldwide to show participating cyclists as moving icons and nearby alerts in Waze.
Waze and Garmin are rolling out real-time cyclist alerts worldwide on Android and iOS, allowing participating riders to make their presence more visible to nearby drivers.
Cyclists using a compatible Garmin Edge bike computer or Garmin smartwatch can opt in through Garmin Connect to share their LiveTrack location during an outdoor ride. The feature requires a compatible smartphone and the Garmin Connect app.
Drivers using Waze can see an active, moving cyclist icon on the road and receive a nearby-cyclist alert. The companies say the feature is meant to give drivers another reminder to slow down, stay aware and share the road.
Participation is optional. Waze does not display the cyclist's name or other personal information, and the location sharing is temporary. Alerts stop when the cyclist ends the ride on the Garmin device.
The rollout does not mean every cyclist will appear in Waze. It depends on compatible equipment and the rider choosing to share an active ride. The alerts are an awareness tool, not a replacement for attentive driving or a guarantee of safety.