Waze finally giving users one the most requested Carpool features

1 min readUpdated May 26, 2025Aug 13, 201911:16 PM

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Waze has just announced a brand new feature is now making its way to carpoolers on Android and iOS devices. The new feature lets Waze users invite multiple riders to join a carpool, which should make it easier to choose the people in a Carpool crew.

The new feature can be accessed via the + icon once a ride is confirmed. The + icon will allow you to invite more riders on your route, hopefully, with a minimal detour. One of the most requested features, the option to add multiple riders to a carpool lets Waze users save more on their commute.

Fill up to four seats in a carpool, and get a little extra with each rider – keeping in mind that prices are adjusted, so they don’t exceed the total sum of gas and wear & tear.

Keep in mind that the number of available seats in a carpool is adjustable by going to the Carpool settings in the top right corner of the calendar view, so it’s not limited to up to four seats.

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What this means

Waze's introduction of multi-rider invites represents a shrewd move to bolster its Carpool service, directly addressing a user-requested feature. This enhancement, making it easier to fill up to four seats, positions Waze more competitively against established ride-hailing and carpooling apps by offering greater convenience and potential cost efficiencies for users. While not a direct rival to retail expansion like Panpuri's 16-store plan or Tiffany's new cafe, it pressures other carpooling platforms to innovate or risk losing users seeking more flexible group options. The main risk lies in ensuring the minimal detour promise holds true, as user satisfaction hinges on efficiency. We should monitor how quickly this feature drives increased daily carpool matches across its user base.

Wei Zhang · Retail News Asia newsroom

Questions & Answers

How do Waze carpool users invite additional riders to their journey?

Users can invite more riders to join a carpool by accessing the '+' icon. This option becomes available once the initial ride has been confirmed in the application.

What is the primary benefit for Waze users from adding multiple riders to a carpool?

The main benefit for Waze users is the potential to save more money on their daily commute. Each additional rider contributes, with prices adjusted to cover gas and wear and tear.

Is there a limit to how many seats can be filled in a Waze carpool?

While the article mentions filling up to four seats, the number of available seats is actually adjustable. Users can change this setting within the Carpool settings, found in the calendar view.

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