Google Maps works well for major city navigation and national highway corridors. However, when traveling through rural roads or mountainous sectors of Iraqi Kurdistan where cellular reception can drop, download offline maps in advance using apps like Maps.me or Organic Maps. Purchasing a local physical SIM card from Zain, Asiacell, or Korek at the airport provides live traffic data during your trip. For more: Renting a Car in Iraq: Driving Permits, Road Safety, and Checkpoints