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If you've ever used Google Maps for driving directions, you might like the new feature they added. They've added real-time traffic information to the site. If you're actually navigating at street level though, the new feature isn't very useful. The traffic info only covers some highways and river crossings (it almost looks like only interstates and US highways).
And if you're wondering what the colors mean, here's what the Google Blog says: "If your route shows red, you're looking at a stop-and-go commute; yellow, you could be a little late for dinner; green, you've got smooth sailing." Perhaps the most surprising news is that there's actually some green on the Van Wyck.
We have no idea how accurate the traffic information is, but this could be a useful tool if you're about to head out onto the road.
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Next addition, real-time plotting of zombie infestations.
Now all we need is real-time subway delay information...
Google has had this info on their mobile maps app for some time. In NYC and Connecticut, I've found the data to be nearly 100% _NOT_accurate. In Los Angeles, it appears to be much better. I'm guessing that they're relying upon city and state traffic info and that LA, with its large network of traffic sensors embedded in the roadways, gets you better data and more accurate maps.
Good idea - drive more! Maybe they can add the best places to pick off cyclists and pedestrians, you know - for fun.
I hear Queens Blvd, Third Avenue in Bklyn, and the Grand Concourse are good places for that.