Published May 9, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT Cory Gunther is a senior author and Newsletter Editor at Valnet, covering cutting-edge tech, Android, and more for How-To Geek. He's covered Android, cars, and technology for over a decade. When he's not reviewing the latest gadget, you can find him off-roading in his Toyota truck, fixing said truck, or doing something outdoors with friends and family. He's covered CES, SEMA, and MWC and reviewed countless phones, TVs, speakers, EVs, e-bikes, and more. Before Valnet, Cory worked for GottaBeMobile . His writing has also appeared on SlashGear , InputMag , and  AndroidCentral.  He's written over 9,000 articles.  Android Auto is a convenient and useful feature on most modern cars, even if it's a bit underused. By default, most drivers end up using Google Maps even though there are countless solid alternatives . While there's a lot to love about Google Maps, I use Waze with Android Auto instead, and here's why.…