MapQuest GM goes where his app says: Lake Ontario

When MapQuest's general manager, Doug Berger, arrived in Toronto on Thursday morning, he had a specific place in mind: Lake Ontario. The Texan, who had traveled to the city for a conference, knew that visiting this lake was essential for his company. MapQuest made headlines last month by choosing not to change the name of Lake Ontario, despite U.S. President Donald Trump's executive order to rename it Lake America.

Berger explained that the company's decision was not only about familiarity and integrity but also a way to take a stand against the political nature of the name change. As MapQuest's staff celebrated their "lightning in a bottle" moment, the app saw a surge in new users, with many expressing their support for keeping the original name.

While MapQuest may no longer be the dominant force it once was, the recent attention has encouraged the company to improve its maps and add new features, such as local transit options and support for Android Auto.