iHeartMedia and MapQuest have announced a new partnership that integrates iHeartRadio’s live audio streaming directly into MapQuest.com, marking the first time the navigation site has offered audio content.
Users visiting MapQuest.com will now see a prominent “Live Radio” button in the top-right corner of the map interface. This allows drivers and travelers to stream live iHeartRadio stations seamlessly while receiving real-time directions, combining navigation with entertainment in one platform.
The integration targets MapQuest’s tens of millions of monthly users, giving them easy access to iHeart’s extensive lineup of broadcast radio stations, podcasts, and other audio content without switching apps. A mobile app version of the feature is planned for a future phase.
“This partnership puts iHeart’s live radio in front of MapQuest’s millions of monthly users, giving consumers more of the content they seek,” said Michael Biondo, President of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships for iHeartMedia.
For MapQuest, the addition represents a meaningful upgrade to its platform. “It’s a simple, meaningful upgrade and an exciting first for MapQuest,” a company representative noted.The deal is expected to deliver mutual benefits through expanded reach: MapQuest gains engaging audio to enhance user experience, while iHeartMedia taps into MapQuest’s large audience to drive greater awareness and consumption of its audio offerings across broadcast, digital, and live events.