Car owners who are eager to upgrade their car audio systems are going to love this new in-dash Blu-ray player from Panasonic. Panasonic has officially released the first car in-dash Blu-ray player, the CY-BB1000D. The release of this latest in-dash Blu-ray player coincides with the release of three new Strada-branded car navigation systems which includes the CN-HX3000D for the Japan market.

The Panasonic CY-BB1000D carries the following features:

• HDMI port
• SD card
• AVCHD and AVREC support

As for the CN-HX3000D, it is highlighted by a 7” LCD screen and an HDMI port as well that allows lucky owners to enjoy HD video content right inside their vehicle.

The CY-BB100D Blu-ray Player retails for 99,750 JPY while the CN-HX3000D navigation device costs 365,400 JPY.

(Source) Aving

Tags: blu ray player, car audio systems, car navigation systems, car owners, first car, japan market, lcd screen, lucky owners, navigation device, Navigation System, Panasonic, sd card, video content

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Nissan has recently come forth to show off their all-electric EV-11 prototype that is based on the company’s Versa vehicle.

Pictured above is said vehicle and will apparantly feature a Nissan-designed 108HP electric motor that will be powered by a Automotive Energy Supply corp. designed 24 kWh battery making for a ~100-mile range.

On the inside the car will reportedly feature a navigation system that maps out how much farther the driver can travel on the current charge along with show you charging stations along your route. What’s more interesting is that Nissan will give consumers the ability to check up on the car’s charging status via a cellphone.

iPhone app anyone?

via Autoblog

Tags: all electric, automotive energy supply corp, battery, electric motor, ev-11, iPhone, Navigation System, Nissan, Prototype, versa

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Renault has officially released the pricing for its Laguna 2010, the latest Hatch and Sport Tourer which was made available for pre-order last June 1 ahead of its expected launch on July 10, 2009. The new Laguna 2010 range will be priced from £16,795 to £25,650.

Featuring a new ‘GT’ sport look for the core-selling versions in the Hatch and Sport Tourer ranges, Laguna 2010 also introduces several new equipment features and ten eco versions. Emphasising the increasing growth of Renault’s eco programme, all eligible versions of Laguna 2010 will feature its badging, as well as the label as part of their full model name.

Among the changes with the new range is the launch of the new Carminat TomTom navigation system, combining Renault’s expertise with TomTom’s technology. Affordable, easy-to-update and user-friendly, it boasts a large 5’’8 colour display, with the accuracy of data and ergonomy of a fully integrated system.

Laguna 2010 also benefits from the 3D Sound by Arkamys system with Bluetooth, from the New Mégane range. Now offered as standard across the range, it will soon be joined by a Bose Sound system

(Source) TTKN News

Tags: 3d sound, accuracy, Bluetooth, bose sound system, carminat, equipment features, ergonomy, gt sport, hatch, integrated system, launch, model name, Navigation System, new laguna, Renault, sport tourer, system source

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Comic talent Jaime Kennedy has reportedly put his 2006 Aston Martin Vantage up for grabs at ClassyAuto.com. Mr. Kennedy’s 2006 Aston Martin Vantage is everything you expect from an exotic. With less than 11,000 miles the vehicle is absolutely flawless and has been meticulously maintained and garage kept.

It features Aston Martin’s hand assembled 4.3 Liter V8 with 380 bhp and has the optional Navigation system. Known for their fit and finish, Aston Martin delivers in spades with the sumptuous leather interior surrounded by light-weight alloys and aerospace technology.

This is a rare opportunity to purchase a true celebrity owned exotic car. The vehicle will be auctioned on eBay starting on April 23rd.

(Source) PR Web

Tags: aerospace technology, Aston Martin, aston martin vantage, Celebrity, comic talent, exotic car, leather interior, light weight alloys, Navigation System, rare opportunity

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GPS systems are coming out one after the other and normally they are meant to serve as guides and to help in improved economical fuel consumption. Apparently not all people are good at directions and this new concept Intelligent Learning Navigation System dubbed “ILENA” for the BMW is bound to be a big help.

BMW has hinted at the future of navigation units with their upcoming Intelligent Learning Navigation System dubbed “ILENA,” that learns owners’ driving habits and analyzes a car’s current location to predict where the driver may want to go next.

And, this detective ability will be accurate 80 percent of the time. Besides keeping track of your daily destinations, BMW claims increased efficiency by adapting to the owner’s seating preferences and rear view mirror, making it even more convenient to wheel around. BMW says the system won’t be road-ready for about five years or so.

(Source) Edmunds

Tags: BMW, bmw gps, efficiency, gps systems, Navigation System, navigation units, wheel

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BMW is said to be currently developing a new navigation system called ILENA. The ILENA stands for Intelligent Learning Navigation and it will probably replace the current iDrive system. The new system will apparently monitor your driving habits and it will adjust accordingly. ILENA should be able to better predict your routes and help you save some gas while doing that. The specificis aren’t really official yet but it seems that the navigation system will communicate with your Bluetooth phone to retrieve your preferences. When you will step in the car, the seat and the music will be adjusted according to your desires. The ILENA sounds promising but we have no idea when it’s going to be officially released.

via Engadget

Tags: BMW, GPS, iDrive, ILENA, Navigation System

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