Waze and Garmin Launch Cyclist Location Alerts to Warn Drivers

Waze and Garmin have teamed up to give drivers advance notice of nearby cyclists. The partnership brings riders' shared locations into the navigation app, with the aim of improving motorists' awareness, according to The Keyword.

The connection relies on Garmin LiveTrack rather than a system that detects every bicycle on the road. Engadget reported that LiveTrack is optional, meaning cyclists choose whether to share their location through the feature.

On November 10, 2026, The Keyword described the partnership and its real-time cycling alerts, including LiveTrack icons that help drivers see nearby riders.

Coverage that day also explained the cyclist's part in the process. MacRumors reported that the alerts use Garmin LiveTrack, which cyclists turn on with their Garmin equipment.

On the driver's side, Waze shows participating cyclists on the map and sends a notification when a car approaches, according to Isena Code. 9to5Google reported on November 10 that the alerts were rolling out for cyclists along drivers' routes.

On November 11, CyclingNews reported that the collaboration was intended to increase awareness between cyclists and motorists. Its account framed improved rider safety as the hoped-for result, not an outcome already demonstrated.

The feature is rolling out, according to 9to5Google. Its usefulness depends on cyclists sharing their location through Garmin LiveTrack and drivers using Waze to receive the information.

The important limit is participation: this is an alert system for riders sharing compatible Garmin location data, not a comprehensive view of every cyclist nearby. The supplied coverage gives no measured safety results or detailed timetable for completing the rollout.