GrabMaps predicts when traffic lights turn red or green

How it works

The feature combines historical signal patterns with real-time traffic inputs to learn typical signal cycles for each junction. Predictive models then estimate how long the current phase is likely to last .It updates its predictions continuously as fresh data arrives. It prioritises reliability and will not show a countdown in case the available data is noisy or inconsistent.

We first piloted this feature among a small number of cities in Southeast Asia. Early feedback indicated that driver-partners felt more informed and less stressed with the countdown visible. Building on those results, we began a phased rollout in Manila, where the feature is now available across roughly 500 intersections.

Rollout plans

We are looking to roll this out to even more traffic junctions in Manila before launching this across more countries. This feature demonstrates how we can help ease a common frustration in a driver-partner’s work day with a thoughtful, data-driven solution.

We will keep improving the responsiveness and clarity of the countdown and will continue to iterate on the user interface as we learn from real-world use.