June, 2010
Melbourne, Australia

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Life on the road for truckers in Australia just got easier as ProNav Australia today confirmed a June launch date for the ProNav PNN200 GPS for trucks range. With the ProNav range leading the way as Australia’s first turn-by-turn navigation system for all large vehicles the PNN200 unit offers the most cost effective GPS navigation solution for professional drivers in Australia.

“The PNN200 shares the load for truckers and takes the weight off in terms of route planning for Australia’s commercial trucking industry”, comments Andrew McGregor of ProNav Australia.  “GPS units have largely ignored
the needs of large vehicle users until now, but ProNav is dedicated to making life easier for truckers and with the PNN200 costing under $500, it’s now the most competitively priced truck GPS on the market”.

Developed by Navevo, the UK’s leading specialist GPS software developer, The ProNav PNN200 uses NAVTEQ Transport™ data and has a 4.3 inch touch screen TFT display allowing users to enter a vehicle’s vital statistics, including weight, axle weight, height, length and width. Combined with the load being carried the unit uses this data to ensure drivers do not travel down unsuitable narrow roads, encounter low bridges or weight restrictions.
It is designed specifically for all large vehicles including trucks, RV’s, trailers, buses, vans, caravans, heavy goods vehicles or commercial vehicles.

Features include:

-  Hazard warnings for steep hills, crosswinds, risk of grounding, sharp bends and other
   vehicle specific hazards.
-  FM transmitter sends turn-by-turn voice instructions to a vehicle’s radio for improved audibility.
-  Text to speech provides clear voice instructions including local road names.
-  Audible and visual warnings of fixed safety cameras (speed cameras)
-  Easy to read icons for obstacles to planned route
-  Easy to use interface with a 4.3" colour touch screen
-  Bluetooth to make and receive hands-free calls

The system features NAVTEQ Transport™ data incorporating more than 20 truck-specific map attributes from across the region’s extensive road network. This includes the physical and legal restrictions that commercial drivers must avoid while offering the best route to ensure destinations are reached on time. The PNN200 covers all the major highways throughout Australia, with additional coverage in Australia’s major metro areas.

A suction cup mount is provided to position the PNN200 anywhere on the windscreen, with quick release for
stowing away while not in use. There is also a 24/12V in-truck charger to power the unit whilst on the move,
along with a USB cable.

ProNav’s PNN200 GPS model will be available in-store in June from WOW, Harvey Norman and independent transport specialists with an RRP of $499.95 including GST.

For more information please go to www.pronav.com.au or call 1300 586 709.
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