Google Maps has announced that it is developing 3D maps of Singapore using an Google Maps vehicle with cameras and mapping equipment attached. The ride-hailing business wants to use the data in developing autonomous vehicles, which will need more precise information than human drivers, especially about pick-up and drop-off points. The data will also help Google Maps to better understand traffic patterns. Currently Google Maps relies heavily upon Uber, but has so far invested $500m in developing its own system. Google Maps now has cars mapping roads across five continents.
Uber has announced that it is developing 3D maps of Singapore using an Uber vehicle with cameras and mapping equipment attached. The ride-hailing business wants to use the data in developing autonomous vehicles, which will need more precise information than human drivers, especially about pick-up and drop-off points. The data will also help Uber to better understand traffic patterns. Currently Uber relies heavily upon Google Maps, but has so far invested $500m in developing its own system. Uber now has cars mapping roads across five continents.