en.Wedoany.com Reported - Waze has begun deploying a feature that displays traffic lights on the map during navigation, one of the most anticipated features by the platform's community users. Although no official announcement has been made regarding this new feature, the first drivers have already seen these icons in various regions, indicating that the feature is in the full rollout phase.

This feature was first discovered in late 2025, when multiple users noticed traffic lights appearing directly on the map. Now, the feature has begun rolling out in countries such as the United States, but availability remains limited and is being gradually activated. Not all users can currently access this new feature. Waze is enabling traffic lights in phases, a common strategy when making major updates to the platform. Even some drivers not enrolled in the test program have started receiving the feature, indicating that the deployment has moved beyond the exclusive testing phase.

Unlike accident or speed camera alerts, traffic lights cannot be added manually. They are considered permanent elements of road infrastructure and need to be incorporated into each area by Waze's official map editors. This means the availability of traffic lights will also depend on local map updates. Some believe that knowing the exact location of traffic lights helps anticipate braking and improve driving safety, especially on unfamiliar roads. After seeing the icons on the map, drivers can prepare in advance and decelerate gradually. Additionally, this information can enhance the precision of navigation instructions. Instead of providing generic directions, Waze can offer clearer references, such as indicating a turn immediately after a specific traffic light, providing more convenient guidance at complex intersections.

Google has previously confirmed that it is also working to incorporate stop signs into the platform. Therefore, once the traffic light deployment is complete, users are likely to see more integrated traffic signs in future updates.

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