**Feature Proposal: Smart Business Pins for Passing Drivers**
I propose a feature that enables clearly visible, non-intrusive business pins on the map for drivers who are actively passing through an area. These pins should highlight nearby businesses that provide immediate, roadside, or high-intent services such as auto repair, battery service, towing, fuel, tire repair, food, and other quick-decision needs.
The goal is to help drivers discover relevant local businesses at the exact moment they are most likely to need them, without interrupting navigation or causing distraction.
Key aspects of the proposal:
• Business pins appear dynamically based on proximity, driving direction, and speed
• Pins are visually distinct from regular POIs but remain clean and minimal
• Display is limited to a short radius to avoid map clutter
• Priority given to services useful for drivers in motion
• Tapping a pin shows essential actions only: navigate, call, quick info
• Optional time-based visibility (business hours, emergency hours)
• Strict limits on the number of visible pins to preserve map clarity
Benefits for drivers:
• Faster access to nearby solutions
• Reduced need for manual searching while driving
• Better situational awareness of useful services on the route
Benefits for local businesses:
• High-intent visibility to nearby drivers
• Fair exposure based on location and relevance
• Stronger connection between physical businesses and real-time navigation
This feature strengthens the map as a real-world discovery tool, supports local economies, and improves driver experience by surfacing the right information at the right place and time.