Right-hand traffic with left-hand drive (steering wheel) is used in the majority of the world. As such, Google Maps in Android Auto has always placed key controls at the left side of the touchscreen.

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Maps will automatically switch the UI's orientation in right-hand drive vehicles, though you'll soon be able to return to the default look if you prefer. It's a relatively small quality-of-life ...