Drive Mode Launcher Android

Drive Mode Launcher

Launch the Google Maps app in drive mode on your car's head unit.

Features & Capabilities

Drive Mode Launcher is a simple utility app that instantly launches Google Maps in Drive Mode without setting a destination. With just one tap from the home screen or app drawer, you can instantly access the optimal head-up display for driving (including a diagonal perspective and an auto-rotating map based on your direction of travel). It's especially ideal for smartphones and tablets using launcher apps that don't support shortcuts, as well as Android car head units (Android car radios and Android navigation systems). It's the perfect tool for drivers who want to get started right away without complex controls.

Features
・Easy launch with one tap: Quickly launch Google Maps Drive Mode.
・Simple design: The app has no user interface; upon launch, it immediately displays Google Maps Drive Mode and then exits.
・Privacy-focused: No ads or user information collection.
・Wide compatibility: Works with launcher apps and car head units that don't support shortcuts.

Note
This app does not directly provide Google Maps functionality. The Google Maps app must be installed to use it.

Background
Google Maps is an excellent mapping app, but its default map display is a top-down view. When driving, the head-up display with a diagonal perspective and automatic map rotation based on your direction of travel are convenient. This head-up display is usually available in navigation mode with a destination set, but in drive mode, it can also be displayed without a destination. However, many launcher apps, especially those for in-car Android head units, do not support a shortcut to launch Google Maps' drive mode. Drive Mode Launcher solves this issue, allowing you to quickly access drive mode in any environment.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App
By:
Gatolabo
Downloads:
4,284 155
Version:
2.0 Last updated: 2026-04-25
Version code:
20
Creation date:
2025-09-29
Publisher country:
JP JP
Permissions:
  • com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE Safe
  • com.gatolabo.drivemodelauncher.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION
Size:
9.25MB
Email:
ga*****@gmail.com
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Google Play Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-14
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Contact the developer

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Developed by:
Gatolabo
Google Play Store
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gatolabo.drivemodelauncher
Email:
ga*****@gmail.com
Website:
https://intaa.net

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