Going Green
Events
Links
Contact
RSS
Navman Joins the People's Eco-Rally - Encouraging Greener Driving
GPS pioneer
Navman
offers its expertise in route planning to sustainable transport organisation, Revolve. As part of the annual GPS pioneer
People's Eco-Rally
, celebrity enthusiasts Quentin Wilson, Lisa Rogers and Robert Llewellyn, will join members of the public to drive from Brighton to London in the greenest way they can. Promoting economical and greener driving, Navman has pledged the flagship S90i GPS device to each of the eco-rally vehicles taking part, assisting them in arriving via the most efficient route. For the five greenest drivers and vehicles on the day, the device will be theirs' to own!
Navman GPS devices offer the most up to date TeleAtlas maps, with 100% street network coverage for all major European countries - meaning no more getting lost at home or abroad. With the additional benefit of the S90i's onboard camera, competitors will be able to take geo-tagged Navpix of their journey along the way and upload to the Navpix library - making it even easier to share their experience with the world. To start driving more economically today follow Navman's 'Top Tips' for greener driving.
Top Tips for Greener Driving
1. Select the 'most economical' route when you programme your journey
2. Use your Navman GPS to re-route around traffic congestion and road works using Real-time Traffic and Route Traffic Overview
3. If you take a wrong turn, Navman GPS quickly re-routes to get you back on track
4. Navman POIs allow you to stop at the closest conveniences along your route
5. Voice guidance advises motorists when they're within 10% of the speed limit - alerting them a more economical and legal driving speed
The People's Eco-Rally is an annual event, encouraging and promoting sustainable transport methods. The rally showcases the latest green vehicles and receives the support of celebrity enthusiasts including, Quentin Wilson (Top Gear), Lisa Rogers and Robert Llewellyn (Scrapheap Challenge) who will be taking part on 21st June. Non-drivers are welcome to join in the fun via isanyonegoingto.com, organising car-sharing and lifts with eco-rally drivers.
A total of 25 Navman GPS devices are available to win for participants and spectators during the event. Register your interest to take part in the rally or volunteer visit
www.eco-rally.org
.
Navman images, data sheets and additional information will also be available at
navnet.navman.com
.
Posted on Jun 19, 2008
Comments
|
Email
|
Digg
Filed in:
Green Events
Related Entries
•
Ideal Bite’s Best in Green Awards Announced
•
Tour for Solar Energy will Educate 50 U.S. Cities
•
The Need to Go Green – Leadership Event
•
Jill Buck Praises Chinese Efforts at Earth Day Business Summit
•
Green Living Spaces “Inspired by Eric Lloyd Wright” on Display at Green West Expo
•
Registration Opens for Solar Power Conference 2008
Post a Comment or Review
Please use a valid e-mail address. Your address will not be publicly visible and is only a means for us to contact you when asked. Thank you.
Name
E-mail
(will show your
gravatar
icon)
Home page
Remember Me
Comment (Some html is allowed:
)
Enter the code shown (prevents robots):
Search Going Green Matters
News Sections
Carbon Footprint
Clean Technology
Eco-Friendly
Eco-Friendly Clothing
Efficient Cars
Energy Efficient
Environmental Politics
Environmental Videos
Fashion
Going Green Tips
Green Companies
Green Events
Green Headlines
Green Lifestyle
Green Living
Green Products
Green Promotions
Green Videos
Green Websites
Hybrid Cars
Recycling Programs
Renewable Energy
Solar Power
Wind Power
Home
|
Contact
|
RSS
|
Disclaimer
© Going Green Matters 2008