I would like to suggest an AI-based feature that could help save lives on the road. The proposal is for Waze to use AI to automatically identify and alert drivers about safe overtaking zones and stretches where overtaking is prohibited.
The AI could combine various data sources, such as: existing map markings, traffic patterns, recurring accident records, average road speed, road type identification, information provided by road concessionaires for safe updates, user contributions indicating approximate stretches of dual carriageways, and indicators of locations where fatal accidents have occurred, which often feature crosses or small memorials placed by families.
With this, the system would generate simple and direct warnings for the driver, both when overtaking is permitted and when it represents a risk.
Many highway accidents happen precisely because of a lack of perception or proper signaling. An intelligent alert could make a big difference, especially on roads with low visibility or poor signage.
I would like to know if there is already any initiative related to this topic, if it is technically feasible to integrate AI into Waze in this way, and how we, as a community, can collaborate to develop this idea.
I appreciate any guidance or feedback from the community.