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Google maps gets in a tizz

Turn right then make 239 U-turns
Mon Jan 22 2007, 10:36
UNLIKE MRS THATCHER, Google is for turning.

Indeed, should you want to travel in the US, Google's map site directions may take a turn for the worse.

In the little route linked to below, a journey from just outside Philadelphia to the New Jersey area involves some mighty work with the steering wheel. In fact, Google suggests something like 240 U-turns.

This could put you off driving for life. Have a look for yourself, here. µ

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