Navman launches the MY Truck II GPS – enhanced from the inside-out
Announcement posted by Navman Australia 17 Sep 2014
New epic sized sat-nav with fresh and improved features
Following the release of the popular Navman MY Truck GPS in 2012, Navman has announced the launch of the MY Truck II that promises to be bigger and better than ever. The sat-nav which specifically incorporates features tailored to truck drivers now includes improved guidance for B-doubles and HAZMAT restricted vehicles, access to free lifetime monthly maps updates; as well as a huge 7-inch screen designed especially for larger vehicles to help drivers clearly view map details.
“The MY Truck II incorporates some big advances in terms of the appearance and functionality of the device that we believe will really help improve the driving experience for truck drivers - for example the bigger screen just makes sense as it means GPS maps and instructions are more convenient to view, while the most up-to-date mapping information is crucial for truck drivers who cover many kilometres and spend so much time on the road,” said Wendy Hammond Country Director, Navman Australia.
“Updates to the device also include vigorous testing to significantly enhance and enrich the devices professional truck mode which provides special guidance for B-doubles and HAZMAT restricted vehicles. The function takes away the need to have to boringly plan a trip using road gazettes - simply enter your truck’s dimensions and loads, and the Navman MY Truck II will offer routes suitable for your vehicle. This will help you steer clear of areas not appropriate for your truck such as roads, tunnels and bridges with height, width, length, weight, load, large vehicle and hazardous material restrictions,” said Wendy.
The improved guidance doesn’t end there, Navman is also offering truck drivers the latest mapping information for free with its rapid map refresh function that gives access to free validated and verified monthly maps updates for the lifetime of the sat-nav. This feature provides the most up-to-date information regarding new roads, safety alerts, speed cameras, school zones and red light cameras - as well as new points of interests such as hospitals and airports.
In addition landmark guidance plus directs drivers by pointing out objects they see through their windscreen such as the colours and names of buildings and geographical features to guide them, making navigation instructions easier to understand. Free lifetime live traffic updates from SUNA are also updated continuously on the MY Truck II to help truck drivers avoid suburban traffic at any given day or time. A fuel type search additionally allows truck drivers to find a petrol station that stocks the right fuel for their truck.
The MY Truck II’s safety features will also be of momentous value to truck drivers who spend hours on end driving. As well as spoken safety alerts, the device includes premium driver alerts that alert truck drivers if they are approaching potentially dangerous driving situations, such as sharp bends, steep inclines or declines, high wind areas, overtaking lanes or lane merges.
Bluetooth hands-free also encourages drivers to avoid using their phone when driving while the driver fatigue alert reminds them to take a break when they have been driving for over two hours and will also guide drivers to the closest truck stop or restaurant. In the event of a truck breakdown the roadside assist function will pinpoint the closest mechanic or other roadside assistance and will even provide a phone number to call if the device is connected to a phone via Bluetooth.
The device also arms truck drivers with handy information about what is on offer in the areas they are travelling through. For example the device’s Australian Good Food Guide helps drivers find a decent meal on the road while Lonely Planet Guides provide useful information about accommodation, restaurants and tourist attractions.
Other great features of the GPS that truck drivers will find convenient include a mileage reporter so drivers can keep track of the amount of kilometres they are travelling, and a voice destination search.
The MY Truck II is available now at Harvey Norman and some independent electronic retailers with a recommended retail price of $499. It also includes a two year warranty.
For further information or a list of stockists visit www.navman.com.au or facebook.com/NavmanANZ.
Navman, a world leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of global positioning system (GPS) products, has more than 20 years experience in GPS, and as such is now widely recognised as a pioneer in portable, in-car satellite devices. Navman began life in New Zealand, specialising in marine electronics and even today software design and development is still undertaken there. Today the Navman brand is owned by MiTAC International, a leading worldwide maker of wireless communications products and one of Business Week’s top 100 Global IT companies. For more information, visit www.navman.com.au
For further information about Navman please contact:
Georgina Grimekis or Harriet Gilmore, The D’Arcy Partnership
Telephone: +61 2 9281 2230
Email: georgina@darcypr.com or harriet@darcypr.com
“The MY Truck II incorporates some big advances in terms of the appearance and functionality of the device that we believe will really help improve the driving experience for truck drivers - for example the bigger screen just makes sense as it means GPS maps and instructions are more convenient to view, while the most up-to-date mapping information is crucial for truck drivers who cover many kilometres and spend so much time on the road,” said Wendy Hammond Country Director, Navman Australia.
“Updates to the device also include vigorous testing to significantly enhance and enrich the devices professional truck mode which provides special guidance for B-doubles and HAZMAT restricted vehicles. The function takes away the need to have to boringly plan a trip using road gazettes - simply enter your truck’s dimensions and loads, and the Navman MY Truck II will offer routes suitable for your vehicle. This will help you steer clear of areas not appropriate for your truck such as roads, tunnels and bridges with height, width, length, weight, load, large vehicle and hazardous material restrictions,” said Wendy.
The improved guidance doesn’t end there, Navman is also offering truck drivers the latest mapping information for free with its rapid map refresh function that gives access to free validated and verified monthly maps updates for the lifetime of the sat-nav. This feature provides the most up-to-date information regarding new roads, safety alerts, speed cameras, school zones and red light cameras - as well as new points of interests such as hospitals and airports.
In addition landmark guidance plus directs drivers by pointing out objects they see through their windscreen such as the colours and names of buildings and geographical features to guide them, making navigation instructions easier to understand. Free lifetime live traffic updates from SUNA are also updated continuously on the MY Truck II to help truck drivers avoid suburban traffic at any given day or time. A fuel type search additionally allows truck drivers to find a petrol station that stocks the right fuel for their truck.
The MY Truck II’s safety features will also be of momentous value to truck drivers who spend hours on end driving. As well as spoken safety alerts, the device includes premium driver alerts that alert truck drivers if they are approaching potentially dangerous driving situations, such as sharp bends, steep inclines or declines, high wind areas, overtaking lanes or lane merges.
Bluetooth hands-free also encourages drivers to avoid using their phone when driving while the driver fatigue alert reminds them to take a break when they have been driving for over two hours and will also guide drivers to the closest truck stop or restaurant. In the event of a truck breakdown the roadside assist function will pinpoint the closest mechanic or other roadside assistance and will even provide a phone number to call if the device is connected to a phone via Bluetooth.
The device also arms truck drivers with handy information about what is on offer in the areas they are travelling through. For example the device’s Australian Good Food Guide helps drivers find a decent meal on the road while Lonely Planet Guides provide useful information about accommodation, restaurants and tourist attractions.
Other great features of the GPS that truck drivers will find convenient include a mileage reporter so drivers can keep track of the amount of kilometres they are travelling, and a voice destination search.
The MY Truck II is available now at Harvey Norman and some independent electronic retailers with a recommended retail price of $499. It also includes a two year warranty.
For further information or a list of stockists visit www.navman.com.au or facebook.com/NavmanANZ.
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About Navman:Navman, a world leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of global positioning system (GPS) products, has more than 20 years experience in GPS, and as such is now widely recognised as a pioneer in portable, in-car satellite devices. Navman began life in New Zealand, specialising in marine electronics and even today software design and development is still undertaken there. Today the Navman brand is owned by MiTAC International, a leading worldwide maker of wireless communications products and one of Business Week’s top 100 Global IT companies. For more information, visit www.navman.com.au
For further information about Navman please contact:
Georgina Grimekis or Harriet Gilmore, The D’Arcy Partnership
Telephone: +61 2 9281 2230
Email: georgina@darcypr.com or harriet@darcypr.com