CoPilot Version Comparison
Upgrading to the latest version of CoPilot is not just about new features; it is about ensuring your fleet leverages the latest routing enhancements, data-driven safety tools, and truck-specific map details. The latest versions also support faster and more efficient map updates and comply with modern app store requirements (such as the Android 16 KB page size mandate).
The following table outlines the major enhancements introduced from CoPilot 10 through the latest release. All updates are cumulative—when you upgrade from 10.14 to 11.3, for example, you get all the improvements from the versions in between.
| CoPilot 11 is currently only available for Android devices. |
| Version | Initial Release Date | Major Enhancements |
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Jan. 2026 |
Performance Optimization: APK file size reduced by 50% for faster installation and lower memory usage. Enhanced HOS Info: Improved reliability and performance for Hours of Service clocks and rest stop planning (U.S. Only). Updated Vehicle Routing Profile Icons: Redesigned icons match Account Manager for consistency. In-App Tips: New non-intrusive pop-ups to guide drivers through key features and screen interactions. Improved Split-Screen: Turn-by-turn written directions in split-screen mode are now displayed with larger, bolder text for better readability. Improved Site Routing: CoPilot automatically defaults to the most recent site as the starting point if a new trip begins at a location with multiple sites. MapExact Progress: A new progress bar displays while processing MapExact custom map overrides. Simplified Login: The introductory and login screens for new customers have been streamlined to provide more app information. Optimized Map Tile Rendering: Improved performance and efficiency of local map tile rendering for a smoother navigation experience, especially in dense urban areas. Clearer Data-Fetching Display: An updated spinner icon helps better inform users when CoPilot is loading data or calculating trips. Clear Stop Icon Visibility: The Clear Stop icon now features enhanced red coloring for improved visibility in the menu. Book Parking Integration: A new button lets drivers reserve parking directly through the app at thousands of Truck Parking Club and Best Truck Parking locations. Map Display Customization: New settings allow you to highlight buildings, disable Add Stop pop-ups, and hide default POIs so only custom fleet places are shown. Improved Search & Map Downloads: Better search result sorting prioritizes best matches, and map differential downloads are further improved for speed. Break Now Default: The "Break Now" feature is turned on by default, allowing quick searches for nearby rest stops with minimal distraction. Background GPS Tracking: Captures the vehicle’s position even when the app is in the background, improving RouteReporter tracking accuracy. Edit Two-Stop Trips: Drivers can now expand the stop list and reorder stops on trips that only have two stops. Data-Efficient Satellite Imagery: Significantly reduces the mobile data required to load satellite images without sacrificing visual quality. Expanded MapSure Feedback: The character limit for map corrections submitted through MapSure has been doubled to 500 characters for more detailed feedback. European Parking: The "Book Parking" feature has been expanded to support select European parking locations. |
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May 2025 |
Break in Motion: A dedicated button to quickly search for approved rest stops or truck services along the active route. New Map Styles: Options to switch between American, British, German, Transportation, and Accessibility (color blind friendly) map styles. Highway Routing: Enhanced algorithm to minimize unnecessary exits and re-entries on highway corridors. |
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March 2025 |
Route Shaping: Drivers can now "Route Through Here" or "Avoid This Road" directly from the location info screen. Satellite Trip Preview: The Trip Preview screen now supports satellite imagery to help visualize locations. Contacts Integration: Ability to route directly to addresses stored in the device’s Contacts list. |
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Dec. 2024 |
Map-First Design: A completely redesigned interface that keeps the map on screen at all times for better driver orientation. Android Auto: Ability to connect Android devices to vehicle infotainment systems for a seamless experience. Predictive Parking: (U.S./Canada) Insights into parking availability (Plenty, Limited, None) based on historical data and user feedback. Faster Map Updates: Differential map updates reduce download sizes by 75–90%. |
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April 2024 |
Android 15 Compliance (16 KB Page Support): Critical update supporting 16 KB memory page sizes, required for all Google Play app updates starting Nov. 1, 2025. European Safety Alerts: New warnings for No Overtaking, Tramway Crossings, and School Zones. Traffic Closure Defaults: Automatic pop-ups inform drivers when a route is recalculated due to road closures. |
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Jan. 2024 |
Single Search: A unified search box replacing separate city/street fields for faster address entry. Split Screen Support: Support for Android split screen, allowing CoPilot to run alongside ELD or other apps. Day/Night Mode: Manual toggle options for map background preferences. |
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Nov. 2022 |
Predictive Weather Alerts: (North America) Alerts drivers to impending weather conditions along their route before they encounter them. Rollover Risk Alerts: Warnings for Heavy Duty profiles when approaching high-risk rollover areas. Parking Availability: Real-time parking information for the U.S. Midwest via TPIMS. |
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Sept. 2020 |
Trip Management Integration: Seamless integration allowing the back office to monitor trip progress and send trips directly to the driver. Slowdown Alerts: Voice and pop-up warnings for sudden traffic slowdowns ahead to prevent rear-end collisions. Standalone App Option: A streamlined integration option allowing fleets to use the app store version with cloud-based configuration. |
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Jan. 2020 |
Account Manager Licensing: Simplified license management (assign, transfer, and manage) via Trimble Account Manager. ULEZ Routing: Support for avoiding or warning drivers about Ultra Low Emission Zones in Central London. Site Notes: Drivers can view notes regarding facility details (e.g., parking, office hours) directly in the app. |
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Oct. 2018 |
Sites & Geofencing: Enhanced support for Sites to define exact entrance/exit points and custom geofences for precise last-mile routing. School Bus Profiles: Specific routing profiles added for Conventional and Small School Buses. ContentTools Integration: Support for Custom Places and Route Modifiers managed via The ContentTools web tool. |
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Jan. 2018 |
Redesigned User Interface: A cleaner, grid-based UI designed for faster access to features with fewer clicks. Truck-Specific Routing: Introduction of Heavy, Medium, and Light Duty truck profiles with specific dimensional restrictions. Enhanced Traffic: Integration of INRIX XD™ Traffic (North America) and HERE Real-Time Traffic (Global) for ://developer.trimblemaps.com/copilot-navigation/feature-guide/operating-features/activetraffic/[more accurate ETAs]. |