July 31, 2008

A small (but nice) enhancement to Google Maps

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When using Google Maps for driving directions, there is now an option to “Avoid Tolls”.  As the LatLong blog said:

When half your wallet is already going toward gas, it’s nice if you can save some money for ice cream instead of dumping it all off at the toll booth.

I agree.  It’s a nice little touch.

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