Aug 24, 2025
How We Created HOV-Specific ETAs in Google Maps
The Challenge of Accurate ETA Prediction Predicting Estimated Time of Arrivals (ETAs) for high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes has always been a complex problem. Traditional methods relied heavily on historical traffic data, often failing to account for the dynamic and unpredictable nature of HOV lane usage. During peak hours, HOV lanes can experience significant congestion due to drivers switching…