Sadly you are stuck buying it from a satellite company (expensive) or buying your own satellites (more expensive). My feeling is that 'Maps' is Google's insurance policy against the erosion of search advertising margin.
I could easily see Google making turn by turn or map detail a "small" $4.99/month service rather than having it be free.
I could easily see Google making turn by turn or map detail a "small" $4.99/month service rather than having it be free.