Why you can't hear the voice directions on Google Maps By Steve Alexander, Star Tribune April 18, 2021 — 2:00pm Text size Copy shortlink: Q: I use Google Maps on my Android phone, an LG K51. When I'm at home, and the phone is using Wi-Fi, I hear the app's voice directions. But once I'm in driving my car, the voice directions can't be heard. What's wrong? Doug Gwost, Shoreview A: There are several possible reasons that Google Maps' voice directions don't work in your car. Some are caused by phone settings and others are the result of phone-to-internet or phone-to-car connections. Here are some things to try: