Google AdWords Launches New Ad Format For Nearby Businesses

May 22, 2015 - 7:52 am 0 by
Filed Under Google Ads

Google AdWords LocalGoogle announced a new ad format for searches done in the format of [nearby X], for example, [nearby auto repair], where it would show click-to-call and directions directly on your mobile device.

Here is a picture of the new format:

Google AdWords Nearby Businesses - click for full size

Ads with location extensions enabled on their formats will automatically be eligible to show this ad format.

Ayush Agarwal from the Google AdWords team said on Google+:

Now more than ever, people search online to find things nearby. That’s why we continue to develop richer local ad formats that deliver more relevant information based on what someone searches for.

Forum discussion at Google+.

 

Popular Categories

The Pulse of the search community

Google Search Volatility

More Details

Search Video Recaps

 
Video Details More Videos Subscribe to Videos

Most Recent Articles

Google

Google Search Live Now Powered By Gemini 3.8 Live

Sep 15, 2026 - 1:58 pm
Google Ads

Google Chrome User Experience Report (CrUX) With Ad Metrics

Sep 15, 2026 - 12:49 pm
Search Forum Recap

Daily Search Forum Recap: September 15, 2026

Sep 15, 2026 - 10:00 am
Google Updates

Google Search Ranking Volatility Heats Up This Morning - September 15th

Sep 15, 2026 - 7:52 am
Google Maps

Google Business Profile API Application Delays

Sep 15, 2026 - 7:51 am
Google Ads

Google AI Mode Tests Text Link Ads

Sep 15, 2026 - 7:41 am
Previous Story: More Brands Showing In Google Answer Box For Generic Queries