We all know you might have questions, and if you are brave enough to invite the arena for answers, here’s the opening to take action. This week’s Ask Engadget inquiry is from Elliot ‘Mr. E’ M. Smith who’s looking to avoid La rush-hour traffic with the assistance of his GPS. If you are trying to send in an inquiry of your individual, drop us a line at ask [at] engadget [dawt] com.
“I prefer using a GPS unit, not my phone, when I’m driving around LA. The right traffic I’ve seen is via Google Maps, because it shows surface traffic for streets in Hollywood. Navteq HD Radio maps (that is what i exploit now) doesn’t show one of these information: it is only for highways. There are no highways between Hollywood and Beverly Hills, but there is a ton of traffic, which you’re ignorant of when using a standalone GPS. Is there an ideal way to get surface traffic data on a GPS unit instead of splashing out for a phone / tablet and $30/month data plan? Thanks!”
It is a tricky one to round off the year, dear commenters. Is there a GPS unit with live-traffic which you hold dear for your hearts? Does it allow you to glide round the gridlock with the Beach Boys cranked up? Let your fingers do the commenting within the space below.
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