SUNA's Traffic Channel will broadcast up-to-the-minute detailed information on traffic conditions around the city straight to the TomTom GPS device.
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"The integration of real time traffic information and navigation empowers motorist to make better judgements, and avoid unnecessary delays," says Intelematics CEO Adam Game Whilst there is no magic solution to everyday congestion, SUNA Traffic Channel can help motorists identify when delays are unusual or severe – on these occasions an alternate route can be considered."
SUNA Traffic Channel is a digital data broadcast received using a radio decoder integrated in the TomTom device. Because the service requires no cellular network connection, motorists can be constantly connected to real time traffic. The service will be available in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. Other metropolitan areas are planned for later in the year.
SUNA Traffic Channel uses the international TMC (Traffic Message Channel) standard to broadcast traffic information to TomTom GPS devices via an FM radio signal so that users can be alerted to any known traffic incidents on their route or in their area. Their TomTom GPS will alert them to any issues ahead and give them the option to revise their route, saving time and reducing stress.
