New Garmin® nüvi Sat Nav Line-up for the UK

Garmin, the global leader in satellite navigation, today launched its new UK nüvi line-up of sat navs at the London Transport Museum, Covent Garden, London. The latest range from Garmin makes it easier than ever to follow directions and avoid congestion with the fastest subscription free traffic information available – Digital Traffic - provided by INRIX.

The new line-up categorised as Essential, Advanced and Premium, meet the lifestyle and budget of every customer.

The simple and budget-friendly Essential Series is the perfect starting point for any journey with accurate turn-by-turn directions, spoken street names and Lane Assist with junction views.

The new Advanced Series offers additional features to guide drivers, such as the new Garmin Real Directions™, Active Lane Guidance and real-time digital traffic and voice control.

The new top of the line nüvi Premium Series combines the best in-car navigation available from Garmin. With its elegant styling and ultra-slim profile, the nüvi 3597LMT and 3798LMTD reflects a refined aesthetic that suits the interior of any vehicle. In addition to features available for the Advanced Series, it has a five-inch multi-touch glass screen in real metal housing as well as a powered magnetic mount that automatically snaps in once the user holds the device close. This premium navigator also includes lifetime map updates , Garmin’s unique Digital Traffic service, 3D buildings and terrain and voice command.

The Advanced and Premium range receive Garmin Real Directions™ that guide drivers like a friend would by telling them to turn at recognisable landmarks, buildings and traffic lights. To make sure drivers get in the correct lane, the new Active Lane Guidance features voice prompts as well as a visual lane animation.

The new INRIX digital traffic offers fast, accurate and subscription free information that sits alongside a new real-time traffic function that now provides information on traffic incidents by *voice; users can then speak a response to select a route to avoid the traffic on nüvi models with the voice control feature. Furthermore, the nüvi models feature an all-new design and larger screens that range from 4.3 to 7 inches to display driving-related information at a glance.

The new top of the line 3597LMT and 3798LMTD comes with a new powered magnetic mount, making it convenient to attach the device and keep it charged.

“The new Garmin UK range of nüvi sat navs are amongst the best we have ever produced - the new gold standard of navigation due to their ease of use, reliability and wealth of features. Alongside our industry leading free Lifetime Maps offering and the latest advancements, such as Real Directions and free lifetime traffic services, we are now proud to introduce the latest market leading innovations for a lifetime of navigation” said Dawn Ramsay, UK General Manager. “Our new line-up significantly improves the driving experience. Larger screens provide driving-related information at a glance and our new Digital Traffic offering provide the best value to customers than ever before.”

In Detail:

New *Digital Traffic: Garmin offers free lifetime digital traffic on selected nüvi models without any fees or subscriptions, helping drivers to avoid delays. The Advanced and Premium Series now make it even easier to assess the traffic situation and decide on whether an alternative route makes sense or not. Voice integration alerts drivers to traffic congestion up ahead throughout their journey the expected delay and recommend a faster alternative route to their destination. Nüvi devices in the Advanced and Premium Series that include voice command, allow drivers to select an alternative route by simply speaking a response. Garmin’s new traffic interface also depicts important traffic information next to the map view, including the expected delay as well as an animated graphic that identifies the location and severity of the traffic congestion along their route in real-time.

Through INRIX and the use of Digital Radio (DAB) technology, Garmin’s most advanced traffic service offers two main advantages in comparison to TMC (Traffic Message Channel) or the GSM network:

• Traffic information is updated every minute, up to twice as fast in comparison to current services providing drivers with earlier warning to traffic incidents helping them navigate around frustrating delays.

• Secondly, the service allows for larger data volumes (about 80x higher bandwidth than TMC) to be delivered providing drivers with more detailed information about incidents and their impacts on delays, improves accuracy and provides coverage for a broader geographic area, for example, the service reports the exact location of the incident, where the delay starts and ends, rather than stating an entire road segment is blocked like other services. As a result, drivers are ensured of the best alternative route around the jam.

All the information, which finds its way to the Garmin sat nav appears in an easy and clear way, both visually and audibly. Through sophisticated analysis of billions of real-time data points from a unique combination of sources including road sensor information, accident and incident information, weather, events and its own crowd-sourced network of real-time data from millions of vehicles and devices, INRIX provides Garmin with traffic information accurate within 2 mph of actual traffic speeds under all conditions. Garmin customers will benefit from a service that provides them with the best routes, highly accurate journey times and the insight they need to avoid frustrating delays along the way.

 Garmin Real Directions™: Real Directions guide drivers in a natural and intuitive way. The new feature uses recognisable landmarks, buildings, traffic lights and junctions to give directions. For example, the new feature tells drivers to “turn right after the Starbucks®” or “turn left at the traffic light.” This provides drivers with confidence early on that they’re going the right way and lets them focus on the road instead of trying to read street signs. Garmin Real Directions™ is powered by the high-quality NAVTEQ® Map to ensure accuracy. Garmin partnered with the leading global provider of map content to develop a sophisticated data collection and processing system. The landmarks and buildings selected for directions have been checked rigorously for visibility, prominence and permanence. Additionally, Garmin also improved the navigation voice itself: Garmin Real Voice™ is a new human voice that sounds better than ever before.

Active Lane Guidance: The new Active Lane Guidance feature uses a combination of voice prompts and visual cues to prepare users to drive through an exit or interchange with confidence. Utilizing the larger screens of the nüvi devices, Active Lane Guidance displays an animated graphic next to the map view that uses brightly coloured arrows to indicate the proper lane needed to make a turn.

More Information at a Glance: Garmin’s nüvi models feature an all-new design and larger screens that range from 4.3 to 7 inches, displaying more driving-related information at a glance. The new and refined interface keeps the driving map onscreen at all times and displays additional information in slide-in windows, such as points of interest along the route and real-time traffic. A new Up Ahead function provides easy access to points of interest nearby. Up Ahead appears alongside the driving map and constantly informs of nearby services, including restaurants, fuel stations, hospitals and stores.

Bluetooth: With built-in *Bluetooth wireless technology, you can sync with your compatible mobile phone for hands-free phone calling and even access your phone book and call history via the sat nav – no need to look at, touch or even find your phone.

Smartphone link: Selected Advance and premium models with Bluetooth are compatible with Garmin Smartphone Link, an Android and ISO app that provides live services to the PND. It also allows the user to send locations and addresses to the paired device so that you can literally search an address on your smartphone and by the time you switch on your Garmin sat nav the destination will already be preloaded for your journey. Among other functionalities, the app lets nüvi users add live services such as mobile speed cameras4, traffic camera images4 and weather to their navigation device, utilizing the smartphone's mobile data plan.

Garmin Express: Garmin Express is a new and seamless way to keep nüvi devices up to date. Users simply download the free software to receive free lifetime software updates. Garmin Express also provides an easy way to update maps, backup or transfer data and download content, such as free vehicles icons, voices and dashboards.

Lifetime Maps: Garmin nüvi devices use NAVTEQ Maps which have been meticulously developed over the last 30 years. Models with free Lifetime Map updates1 give drivers the reassurance they always have most up to date maps, points of interest and navigation information on board. The very latest maps are available to download with no subscription or update fees.

This nüvi line-up is the latest from Garmin’s consumer automotive segment, the leading worldwide provider of portable navigation devices for automobiles, motorcycles and trucks. Garmin’s user-friendly PND solutions have innovative features that provide time- and fuel-saving benefits to meet the demands of everyday driving.

For more information about individual models and features visit: http://sites.garmin.com/nuvi?lang=en&country=GB

¹ Lifetime Maps entitle you to receive map updates when and as such updates are made available by Garmin during the useful life of one compatible Garmin product or as long as Garmin receives map data from a third party supplier, whichever is shorter. For the meaning of a product’s “useful life” and for other important terms and conditions, please see www.garmin.com/numapslifetime.

² Lifetime traffic extends for the useful life of your Garmin traffic receiver or as long as Garmin receives traffic data from its traffic supplier, whichever is shorter. A traffic receiver’s “useful life” means the period during which the receiver (a) has the required technical capabilities to utilize current traffic data service and (b) is capable of operating as intended without major repairs.  Traffic content not available in all areas.

³ Not available in all European countries.

⁴ Not available in all areas. Subscriptions required. Contact your mobile service provider for more information about your service plan's data and roaming rates.

* Selected nüvi models

About Garmin International Inc.

Garmin International Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (Nasdaq: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation. Since 1989, this group of companies has designed, manufactured, marketed and sold navigation, communication and information devices and applications – most of which are enabled by GPS technology. Garmin’s products serve automotive, mobile, wireless, outdoor recreation, marine, aviation, and OEM applications. Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit Garmin's virtual pressroom at www.garmin.co.ukor contact the Media Relations department at +44(0)2380524000. Garmin and Edge and Virtual Partner are registered trademarks and ANT+ and Garmin Connect are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Notice on Forward-Looking Statements: This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations. The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2011, filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983). A copy of such Form 10-K is available at www.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/invRelations/finReports.html. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

Garmin® nüvi Lineup Makes it Easier Than Ever to Follow Directions

OLATHE, Kan./January 7, 2013 — Garmin^® International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced its new nüvi lineup[1] of Personal Navigation Devices (PNDs) at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). The latest navigators from Garmin make it easier than ever to follow directions and stay on route.

Instead of only using street names, Garmin Real Directions™ guide drivers just like a friend would by telling them to turn at recognisable landmarks, buildings, stop signs and traffic lights. To make sure drivers get in the correct lane, the new Active Lane Guidance features voice prompts as well as a visual lane animation. Garmin have also updated the real-time traffic function so that it now provides information on traffic incidents by voice; users can then speak a response to select a route to avoid the traffic on nüvi models with the voice control feature. Furthermore, the nüvi models feature an all-new design and larger screens that range from 4.3 to 7 inches to display driving-related information at a glance. The new top of the line nüvi 3597 LMT comes with a new powered magnetic mount, making it convenient to attach the device and keep it charged. Garmin’s new navigators will be showcased in the Garmin booth (South Hall 4 #35812) at this year’s CES.

 “Garmin nüvi devices are the gold standard of navigation due to their ease of use, reliability and feature richness. Alongside our industry leading Lifetime Maps offering and the latest advancements to our lifetime traffic services, we are now proud to introduce the latest market leading innovations for a lifetime of navigation ” said Clive Taylor, EMEA Director Product Marketing. “Our new lineup significantly improves how navigation can help drivers find their way whilst keeping their eyes on the road. Larger screens provide driving-related information at a glance and our new Real Directions are easier to follow than ever before.”

Categorised as Essential, Advanced and Premium, Garmin’s new nüvi devices meet the lifestyle and budget of every customer. The simple and budget-friendly Essential Series is the perfect starting point for any journey with accurate turn-by-turn directions, spoken street names and lane assist with junction views. The new Advanced Series offers additional features to guide drivers, such as the new Garmin Real Directions™, Active Lane Guidance and real-time traffic with voice control. The new top of the line nüvi 3597 LMT (Premium Series) combines the best in car navigation available from Garmin. With its elegant styling and ultra-slim profile, the nüvi 3597 LMT reflects a refined aesthetic that suits the interior of any vehicle. In addition to features available for the Advanced Series, it features a five-inch multi-touch glass screen in a real - metal housing as well as a powered magnetic mount that automatically snaps in once the user holds the device close. This premium navigator also includes lifetime map updates[2], Garmin’s most advanced traffic service, 3D buildings and terrain and voice command. For more information about individual models and features visit garmin.com/nuvi. 

Garmin Real Directions™: Real Directions guide drivers in a natural and intuitive way. The new feature uses recognisable landmarks, buildings, traffic lights and stop signs to give directions. For example, the new feature tells drivers to “turn right after the Starbucks^®” or “turn left at the traffic light.” This provides drivers with confidence early on that they’re going the right way and lets them focus on the road instead of trying to read street signs. Garmin Real Directions™ is powered by the high-quality NAVTEQ® Map to ensure accuracy. Garmin partnered with the leading global provider of map content to develop a sophisticated data collection and processing system. The landmarks and buildings selected for directions have been checked rigorously for visibility, prominence and permanence. Additionally, Garmin also improved the navigation voice itself: Garmin Real Voice™ is a new human voice that sounds better than ever before[3].

Active Lane Guidance: The new Active Lane Guidance feature uses a combination of voice prompts and visual cues to prepare users to drive through an exit or interchange with confidence. Utilizing the larger screens of the nüvi devices, Active Lane Guidance displays an animated graphic next to the map view that uses brightly colored arrows to indicate the proper lane needed to make a turn.

Improved, Voice-Activated Traffic: Garmin offers free lifetime traffic[4] on selected nüvi models without any fees, subscriptions or ads, helping drivers to avoid delays. The  Advanced and Premium Series now make it even easier to assess the traffic situation and decide on whether an alternative route makes sense or not. Voice integration lets drivers know if there is traffic on the route, what the expected delay is and if there is a faster route. nüvi devices in the Advanced and Premium Series that include voice command, allow drivers to select an alternative route by simply speaking a response. Garmin’s new traffic interface also depicts important traffic information next to the map view, including the expected delay as well as an animated graphic that indicates the traffic situation on the route ahead in real-time.

Garmin’s most advanced traffic service, Garmin 3D Traffic Live, is included with selected Advanced and Premium nüvi’s and delivers updates as often as every minute over Digital  Radio.  

More Information at a Glance: Garmin’s nüvi models feature an all-new design and larger screens that range from 4.3 to 7 inches, displaying more driving-related information at a glance. The new and refined interface keeps the driving map onscreen at all times and displays additional information in slide-in windows, such as points of interest along the route and real-time traffic. A new Up Ahead function provides easy access to points of interest nearby. Up Ahead appears alongside the driving map and constantly informs of nearby services, including restaurants, fuel stations, hospitals and stores.

Garmin Express: Garmin Express is a new and seamless way to keep nüvi devices up to date. Users simply download the free software to receive free lifetime software updates. Garmin Express also provides an easy way to update maps, backup or transfer data and download content, such as free vehicles icons, voices and dashboards.

The nüvi 3597 LMT and selected models of the Advanced Series are compatible with Garmin Smartphone Link, an Android app that provides live services to the PND. Among other functionalities, the app lets nüvi users add live services[5] such as mobile speed cameras⁴, traffic camera images⁴ and weather to their navigation device, utilizing the smartphone's mobile data plan.

Garmin nüvi devices use the NAVTEQ Map, which has been meticulously developed over the last 30 years. The new nüvi lineup is expected to be available in the second quarter of 2013.

This nüvi lineup is the latest from Garmin’s consumer automotive segment, the leading worldwide provider of portable navigation devices for automobiles, motorcycles and trucks. Garmin’s user-friendly PND solutions have innovative features that provide time- and fuel-saving benefits to meet the demands of everyday driving.

 

About Garmin International Inc.
Garmin International Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (Nasdaq: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation. Since 1989, this group of companies has designed, manufactured, marketed and sold navigation, communication and information devices and applications – most of which are enabled by GPS technology. Garmin’s products serve automotive, mobile, wireless, outdoor recreation, marine, aviation, and OEM applications. Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit Garmin's virtual pressroom at www.garmin.com/pressroom or contact the Media Relations department at 913-397-8200. Garmin and Edge and Virtual Partner are registered trademarks and ANT+ and Garmin Connect are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries.  

All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Notice on Forward-Looking Statements:

This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations.  The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual  Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2011, filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983).  A copy of such Form 10-K is available at www.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/invRelations/finReports.html.  No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed.  Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. 

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[1] The Garmin nüvi Advanced and Prestige Series have not been authorized as required by the rules of the Federal Communications Commission. These devices are not, and may not be, offered for sale or lease, or sold or leased, until authorization is obtained.

[2] Lifetime Maps entitles you to receive up to 4 map data updates per year, when and as such updates are made available on the Garmin website, for 1 compatible Garmin

product until your product’s useful life expires or Garmin no longer receives map data from its third party supplier, whichever is shorter. For the meaning of a product’s “useful

life” and for other important terms and conditions, please see http://www.garmin.com/us/maps/us/numaps_lifetime.

[3] Not available in all European countries.

[4] Lifetime traffic extends for the useful life of your Garmin traffic receiver or as long as Garmin receives traffic data from its traffic supplier, whichever is shorter. A traffic

receiver’s “useful life” means the period during which the receiver (a) has the required technical capabilities to utilize current traffic data service and (b) is capable of operating

as intended without major repairs. Traffic content not available in all areas.

[5] Not available in all areas. Subscriptions required. Contact your mobile service provider for more information about your service plan's data and roaming rates.

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At Garmin, we believe in the right to be curious, to seek moments of pleasure, pain and personal best. From campfire stories to gold winning glories, find the freedom to choose your own path. We are with you. Its simple things, like getting there on time, knowing you are safe on the water, in the air and on the ground. We promise to explore the synergy of nature and technology, to provide the best navigation possible and connect people. Now and always. We are here to involve, inspire and inform you. Together we can be great. So come join us, this is your moment. The world is waiting.

 

Get moving in the right direction - Trust Garmin to update its iPhone navigation apps in time for iOS 6

Garmin has released updates for its iPhone navigation apps to add public transportation features, Apple Maps integration and support for the new 4-inch screen of the iPhone 5.

“With our recent updates our apps can now serve as an extension to Apple Maps, providing iPhone users advanced navigation capabilities,” said Joern Watzke, vice president mobile phone business at Garmin Wuerzburg GmbH. “This includes our new public transportation functionality as well as many additional premium features that aren’t available on free navigation apps.”

Garmin app users can simply select any address or point of interest in Apple Maps and they will be offered the option to navigate to the selected destination using either their StreetPilot Onboard or their NAVIGON app . Premium features of the Garmin iPhone apps include onboard maps that allow route calculations even in areas where cell coverage fades. Additional premium features include comprehensive lane guidance, speed limit and safety camera warnings, exit services, parking info, a trip planner and multi-route display, among many other functions.

The Garmin StreetPilot Onboard and the NAVIGON apps now fully utilize the 4-inch display of the iPhone 5, which makes it easier to see all the details in the map view, such as speed limits or points of interest. This comes in especially handy for split screen depictions such as when the lane guidance feature is displayed next to the map view.

New Pedestrian and Public Transportation Features With Urban Guidance users are able to integrate public transportation into their route, complete with detailed itineraries of transit stops. The new feature considers trains, trams, busses and water taxis when calculating pedestrian routes. Users will be guided to a transit stop by foot and be able to look up detailed information on what line to take and where to get off.

The new Last Mile function automatically saves the location of the user’s car when continuing by foot, making it easy to find it on the way back. To depict the user’s surroundings, the Garmin StreetPilot Onboard app for iPhone will now also include new graphical features such as Google Street View and Panorama View 3D (in app purchase).

Learn more about these new features here. The Garmin StreetPilot and the NAVIGON apps are up to 25 percent off until October 3, 2012. The in app purchase Urban Guidance is 40 percent off.

Navigon Europe:£59.99 instead of £79.99

Navigon EU 10: £49.99 instead of £64.99

Garmin Street Pilot Western Europe: £ 57.99 instead of £69.99

In App Purchase Urban Guidance Europe: £2.49 instead of £3.99

About Garmin International Inc:
Garmin International Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (Nasdaq: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation. Since 1989, this group of companies has designed, manufactured, marketed and sold navigation, communication and information devices and applications – most of which are enabled by GPS technology. Garmin’s products serve automotive, mobile, wireless, outdoor recreation, marine, aviation, and OEM applications. Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit Garmin at http://garmin.blogs.com/ukpr/or contact the Public Relations on +44 (0)23 8052 4000. Garmin is a registered trademark and Garmin Connect is a trademark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries.

 

All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

 

Notice on Forward-Looking Statements:

This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations.  The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 25, 2010, filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983).  A copy of such Form 10-K is available atwww.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/invRelations/finReports.html.  No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed.  Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

 

Garmin® introduces bigger and better dēzl 760LMT Truck Navigator

The global leader in satellite navigation, Garmin, has today announced dēzl 760LMT, the company’s first trucking navigator with a seven-inch display and new Active Lane Guidance as well as Lifetime maps¹ and traffic².

The dēzl 760LMT is packed with trucking-specific functions, such as route calculation based on truck attributes, hazard warnings, trucking points of interest (POIs), an extra-loud speaker and backup camera support. Compatible with Garmin Smartphone Link, it is the only navigation device for truckers with the ability to receive real-time information³ through a smartphone app, such as fuel prices, traffic camera images and weather.

The Garmin dēzl 760LMT will be on display at the Elmia Truck Show (August 22-25, 2012) in the Garmin booth (B02:02) in Jonkoping, Sweden.

“The new dēzl 760LMT is designed to meet the specific needs of truckers, helping to make their job easier and save time, fuel, and money,” said Clive Taylor, Garmin director of EMEA product marketing. “Its seven-inch display makes it easy for truckers to see all the information they need at a glance and allows for split-screen depiction of our new Active Lane Guidance. With features like trip data recording, border notices and real-time information through Smartphone Link, the dēzl 760LMT becomes a full-featured digital assistant in the cab.”

Truck-Specific Navigation: With detailed maps and leading Garmin navigation technology, the dēzl 760LMT provides truck-specific routes and turn-by-turn directions based on vehicle height, weight, length and carriage. Users can simply enter their truck’s profile and the device will consider truck-verified roads that are suitable for the truck’s characteristics. It also provides warnings of upcoming hazards such as low tree branches and sharp curves. The device can save multiple truck profiles and users can change the active profile at any point. Finding pit stops is a cinch with trucking specific POIs, including truck stops, weigh stations, dealerships and washes. Garmin Exit Services allows drivers to quickly search for upcoming POIs at highway exits. Also included are sunrise and sunset times to follow after-sunset regulations, and country border notices to comply with legal requirements.

New Active Lane Guidance: Utilizing the large seven-inch display of the dēzl 760LMT, the new Active Lane Guidance is displayed in a split-screen next to the map view to guide drivers through the correct lanes up to an approaching turn or exit. In a moving lane animation a purple line indicates the way the driver should follow, showing truckers exactly which lane they have to be in and helping to avoid potentially dangerous last-minute manoeuvres. To ensure that truckers know ahead of time what is coming after the next bend, they will be shown up to the next four turns along the route ahead.

Fleet Management Interface Compatible: The new dēzl 760LMT can be part of your fleet management solution. It is also compatible with the Garmin Fleet Management Interface (FMI) and can be integrated within a telematics solution provided by a Garmin partner.

Real-Time Information via Smartphone Link: Garmin Smartphone Link for Android smartphones solves the problem of having to pay for an extra data plan to receive real-time information on a navigation device⁴. It utilizes the existing data connection of a smartphone by simply pairing it to the dēzl 760LMT via Bluetooth®. Users can then access real-time information right from their dēzl unit, such as traffic, images from traffic cameras, weather, parking, fuel prices and more. Garmin Smartphone Link is available at no cost in the Android Market and includes several free live services as well as premium content available through subscriptions.

Building upon Garmin’s 20 years plus of experience in the navigation space, the dēzl 760LMT also features many of the company’s signature navigation features. These include photoReal junction views with realistic images of upcoming complex junctions, Llifetime Map updates which allow you to update your device with new maps and points of interest up to four times a year, and Lifetime Traffic which means you never have to pay a subscription cost for alerts and routes around traffic.

The dēzl 760LMT is expected to become available in the fourth quarter of 2012 and will have a suggested retail price of £389.99. For more information visit www.garmin.co.uk

The dēzl 760LMT is the latest solution from Garmin’s consumer automotive segment, the leading worldwide provider of portable navigation devices for automobiles and motorcycles. From turn-by-turn navigation and fast and accurate search capability to traffic avoidance and lane guidance, Garmin’s user-friendly PND solutions have innovative features that provide time- and fuel-saving benefits to meet the demands of everyday driving.

1 Lifetime Maps entitles you to receive up to 4 map data updates per year, when and as such updates are made available on the Garmin website, for 1 compatible Garmin product until your product’s useful life expires or Garmin no longer receives map data from its third party supplier, whichever is shorter. For the meaning of a product’s “useful life” and for other important terms and conditions, please see http://www.garmin.com/us/maps/us/numaps_lifetime.

2Lifetime traffic extends for the useful life of your Garmin traffic receiver or as long as Garmin receives traffic data from its traffic supplier, whichever is shorter. A traffic receiver’s “useful life” means the period during which the receiver (a) has the required technical capabilities to utilize current traffic data service and (b) is capable of operating as intended without major repairs. Traffic content not available in all areas.

3 Garmin Smartphone Link includes several free live services as well as premium content available through subscriptions.

4User’s data plan charges, if any, will apply. Contact your mobile service provider for more information about your service plan’s data and roaming rates.

About Garmin
The global leader in satellite navigation, Garmin Ltd. and its subsidiaries have designed, manufactured, marketed and sold navigation, communication and information devices and applications since 1989 – most of which are enabled by GPS technology.  Garmin’s products serve automotive, mobile, wireless, outdoor recreation, marine, aviation, and OEM applications. Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in the Cayman Islands, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. For more information visit Garmin's media centre at http://garmin.glogs.com/ukpr  Garmin is a registered trademark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries.  All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Notice on forward-looking statements:
This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. All statements regarding the company’s future product introductions are forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on management's current expectations. The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 26, 2009 filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983). A copy of suchForm 10-Q can be downloaded at www.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/invRelations/finReports.html. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

 

Let Garmin cityXplorer™ show you the best venues in London this summer

Garmin the global leader in satellite navigation, have released the latest Garmin cityXplorer mapping update for London. If you're heading for the capital for some world-class sport this summer, trust cityXplorer pedestrian maps to help you navigate to all the key sites.

The maps designed for Garmin’s sat navs will enable you to navigate the big city during the busiest time London has seen for many years, helping you feel like a local in an unfamiliar city. The enhanced pedestrian navigation¹ gives you directions that let you walk or use public transport to get you where you need to go, estimated times of arrival and key locations like parking, restaurants, hotels, fan zones and sporting venues.

The 2012 cityXplorer London, has all the latest facilities on your sat nav – plus thousands of new points of interest (POI’s), new landmarks, bus routes, walkways and hundreds POI’s covering sporting events in the city. You can use the maps in the car, on foot or on public transport.

Another great aspect of the cityXplorer London map is that there is no need for a GPS signal for the map to work: you can preview your city tour from the comfort of your hotel room, or even while on the underground metro, before setting out on foot.

cityXplorer can also be used to enhance your Garmin sat nav even if the city is outside your preloaded base map. For example, you may be planning to come to London but only have mapping for the US or a single European country. Simply upload cityXplorer London, use your sat nav like a handheld GPS, and enjoy finding your way around all the great locations London has to offer.

Just for peace of mind POI’s like hospitals, police stations and Embassy’s are also included, helping to ensure you have every aspect of your trip covered.

cityXplorer London can be downloaded for £8.99 - weblink: http://goo.gl/mDe1y .

Garmin has dozens of great world cities to choose from, with extended regional coverage in addition to detailed downtown street plans.

¹Enhanced pedestrian mode, which includes public transit information, is available on compatible devices only.

About Garmin International Inc.
Garmin International Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (Nasdaq: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation. Since 1989, this group of companies has designed, manufactured, marketed and sold navigation, communication and information devices and applications – most of which are enabled by GPS technology. Garmin’s products serve automotive, mobile, wireless, outdoor recreation, marine, aviation, and OEM applications. Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit Garmin at http://garmin.blogs.com/ukpr/or contact the Public Relations on +44 (0)23 8052 4000. Garmin is a registered trademark and Garmin Connect is a trademark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries.

All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Notice on Forward-Looking Statements:

This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations.  The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual  Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 25, 2010, filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983).  A copy of such Form 10-K is available at www.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/invRelations/finReports.html.  No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed.  Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

Turn your iPhone into a compact fully featured navigation system with Garmin® StreetPilot® App & Designer Car Kit

Garmin the global leader in satellite navigation, today presented an attractive navigation package for all iPhone 4/4s users. At retailers around the UK you can now purchase the brand new Garmin designer car kit, plus StreetPilot Western Europe navigation app covering 24 European countries saving you 30%.

“This is the first time customers can buy an iPhone navigation app together with a designer car kit in retail in one place, ensuring a safe in-car mount with style to match the iphone,“ explains Mark Timms, Garmin’s Automotive Product Manager adding,“The combined purchase of the app and car kit saves you £10 which is a great deal.“

Designer Car Mount & StreetPilot Western Europe Navigation App: The Garmin car kit consists of a car mount including a designer suction pad holder, designed by the renowed international design studio ‘Platinumdesign‘, along with a car charger which powers your iPhone as you drive. Additionally customer receive the Garmin StreetPilot navigation app including Western Europe map* which turns your iPhone into a fully featured navigation system. The StreetPilot App & car kit package will be available at an RRP of £89.99 at retailers across Europe**. Purchasing this package saves consumers £10.00 in comparison to buy the car kit in retail (RRP £29.99) and download the StreetPilot Western Europe app at the App Store (£69.99) separately.

StreetPilot - The Lightning-Fast iPhone Navigation App: The StreetPilot App is available to download from the App Store direct to your iPhone with a redemption code, which is included in the box. It's packed full of the great Garmin navigation features found in our award-winning navigators and includes real-time speed camera updates, with no monthly subscription costs. StreetPilot is the first iPhone navigation app to include PhotoReal images of complex junctions, to help you navigate with confidence (available in 20 countries). Detailed 3D buildings also help you to get a clear understanding of your journey surroundings. For the ultimate navigation experience upgrade to Garmin's new advanced traffic service - 3D Traffic Live and Garmin’s unique PhotoLive Traffic Cameras (available in Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland and UK) providing live pictures at key points on the road ahead.

Simple To Use Navigation: Garmin StreetPilot App gives iPhone users an intuitive Garmin interface for everyday navigation – without tapping into your dataplan. With ultra-fast map drawing, panning and zooming, the preloaded maps and Points of Interest offer coverage even when there is little or no mobile signal available.

PhotoReal Junction View: With advanced navigation features such as Garmin's exclusive PhotoReal junction view, which shows actual junctions and road signs that have been digitised to display incredible detail even down to trees and pilons; lane guidance; 3D buildings; trip planner; trip computer; Garmin's "Where Am I?" safety feature.

Crowd Sourced Safety Cameras***: The Speedwatch^® safety camera service is provided by Garmin, in conjunction with Cyclops – the market leader in safety cameras, and is included with every purchase of the StreetPilot app. The service includes not just fixed safety cameras and potential mobile sites but also includes crowd sourced mobile camera reports from the whole Speedwatch^® & Garmin community - to ensure you travel safely, legally and speed-consciously.

3D Traffic ‘Live’ Services: Drivers can upgrade their Garmin Street Pilot App to include Garmin's latest traffic technology; 3D Traffic live services for super fast traffic alerts and extended traffic coverage, keeping you connected at all times. Also available as an in app purchase is trustworthy information on the best fuel prices****.   

The new iPhone app can be also customized to show different sets of data on the map screen, such as arrival time, time/distance to destination, next via point, direction of travel or even elevation.

See Garmin's other apps for a wide variety of activities – at http://www.garmin.com/uk/products/mobile-phones.

*The free map coverage includes: Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Corsica, Crete, Denmark, Finland, France (with Corsica, French Guiana, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Réunion, St. Barthélemy), Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Guernsey, Iceland, Ireland, Isle of Man, Italy (with Sardinia), Jersey, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal (with Azores Islands, Madeira), San Marino, Shetland Islands, Spain (with Canary and Balearic Islands), Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom

 **Available in Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom

***Based on real-time feedback from the 'Speedwatch' community, where available.

****Where available, additional purchase required

About Garmin International Inc.
Garmin International Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (Nasdaq: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation. Since 1989, this group of companies has designed, manufactured, marketed and sold navigation, communication and information devices and applications – most of which are enabled by GPS technology. Garmin’s products serve automotive, mobile, wireless, outdoor recreation, marine, aviation, and OEM applications. Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit Garmin at www.garmin.co.uk or contact the Media Relations department at +44(0)2380524000. Garmin and Vector are registered trademarks and ANT+ and Garmin Connect are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Notice on Forward-Looking Statements:

This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations.  The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual  Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 25, 2010, filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983).  A copy of such Form 10-K is available at www.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/invRelations/finReports.html.  No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed.  Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

 

Garmin® - Free Software update for European’s Football Highlight

Garmin the global leader in satellite navigation, is pleased to announce a free software update for all Garmin sat nav owners that provides map add-on's for the upcoming competition of European's top football nations in Poland and Ukraine. The update includes essential information about the most important POI's (Point of interests) of this year's football tournament.

"The summer of 2012 is packed with huge international sporting events and with our free update we want to provide Garmin sat nav owners with all the necessary information to be in the right place at the right time", explains Anthony Chmarny, Communications Manager at Garmin.

 After updating their Garmin devices, football fans will be provided with detailed stadium information, as well as match schedules for all tournament venues. The Garmin championship update includes information about the location of the training camps of all participating teams and the official fan zones in the two host nations. Football fans who follow the tournament from their home country will find location plans of 350 public viewing spots in Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Switzerland and United Kingdom on the updated maps.

Get your free Garmin software update right now and get yourself ready for the championship!

However, if you're on the go during the tournament and can't get to one of the games or big screen locations, take a look at the latest Garmin nüvi 2585TV, the sat nav with a built in digital freeview tv.

You don't have to miss any of the games no matter where you are!

For more information visit: http://www.garmin.com/uk/extras-points-of-interest/

About Garmin International Inc.
Garmin International Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (Nasdaq: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation. Since 1989, this group of companies has designed, manufactured, marketed and sold navigation, communication and information devices and applications – most of which are enabled by GPS technology. Garmin’s products serve automotive, mobile, wireless, outdoor recreation, marine, aviation, and OEM applications. Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit Garmin at www.garmin.co.uk or contact the Media Relations department at +44(0)2380524000. Garmin and Vector are registered trademarks and ANT+ and Garmin Connect are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Notice on Forward-Looking Statements:

This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations.  The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual  Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 25, 2010, filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983).  A copy of such Form 10-K is available at www.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/invRelations/finReports.html.  No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed.  Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

Garmin® zūmo® 350LM: Style, Passion and Intelligence

Garmin, the global leader in satellite navigation, has today announced the zūmo 350LM GPS navigator – a stylish, rugged, sunlight readable, high-resolution and glove-friendly 4.3-inch touchscreen biker sat nav. It’s the first motorcycle navigator with lifetime maps so you’ll always know the way, even while exploring the back roads. If you like to be more prepared, simply use Garmin’s free Basecamp software to plan your route before you go, send to your zūmo and even share your rides with friends. Of course, you can also use zumo 350LM in the car (motorcycle and car mounts included), for complete flexibility.

The zūmo 660LM has also been launched today. It adds Lifetime Map updates to Garmin’s well-respected and well-liked, premium motorcycle navigator.

“Valuable features, like the service history log (on the zūmo 350LM), Lane assist with junction view and tracback are just a few of the reasons the zūmo has become an essential tool for motorcyclists all over the world,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin’s vice president of worldwide sales. “The zūmo 350LM is lightweight, includes lifetime map updates, transmits directions via compatible Bluetooth™ headsets/helmets and can handle the toughest weather conditions¹.”

The zūmo 350LM offers you the convenience of lifetime map updates² which provide up-to-date mapping and the most current information about businesses like restaurants, cashpoints, hospitals and more. With the easy to use premium navigation search bar, zūmo returns results for points of interest (POIs) as they are typed providing a faster, more intuitive experience. There’s also a speed limit indicator and Exit Services that display petrol stations, shops and restaurants for upcoming exits. With the TracBack feature riders really can ride wherever the road takes them, as it is now as easy as a button push to navigate along that same route back to where the adventure started.

BaseCamp™ compatible, the zūmo 350LM (as well as the zūmo 220 and 660) make it easy for motorcyclists to plan their next ride. The free software allows users to create routes, waypoints and tracks from their computer and transfer them to the zūmo. With the “Track Draw” feature riders can trace their planned route and view elevation changes, helping estimate the difficulty of the ride. After an open road or off the beaten path adventure, send the ride to Basecamp, upload pictures and share the adventure with friends and relive the experience.

zūmo 350LM is more than just a GPS navigator. Its new Service History Log lets riders record the date, mileage and type of maintenance performed on their motorcycles. Tyre mileage, tyre changes, tyre pressure, chain cleanings, oil changes, new spark plugs – almost anything you can think of, zūmo will keep a record of it.

Whether riding during a bright summer day or a moonless autumn night, the zūmo 350LM has motorcycle-friendly features any rider will appreciate. Lane assist with junction view guides riders to the correct lane for an approaching turn or exit, and realistically displays road signs and junctions on the route along with arrows that indicate the proper lane for navigation.

Style and substance – that’s the zumo 350LM.

The new zūmo 350LM has a suggested retail price of £419.99. The zumo 660LM has a suggested retail price of £499.99.

For more information about Garmin’s other Motorcycle products and services, go to www.garmin.co.uk/zumo

¹Protected against water immersion for 30 minutes at a depth of 1 m.

²If you purchase a nüMaps Lifetime subscription (sold separately or bundled together with certain GPS models), you will receive up to 4 map data updates per year, when and as such updates are made available on Garmin’s website, for 1 compatible Garmin product until your product’s useful life expires or Garmin no longer receives map data from its third party supplier, whichever is shorter. A product’s “useful life” means the period during which the product (a) has sufficient memory capacity and other required technical capabilities to utilize current map data and (b) is capable of operating as intended without major repairs. A product will be deemed to be out of service and its useful life to be ended if no updates have been downloaded for such product for a period of 24 months or more. Unless otherwise stated, the updates you receive under the subscription will be updates to the same geographic map data originally included with your Garmin product when originally purchased. In some instances, your Garmin product might not have sufficient memory remaining for you to load an update to the map data, in which case you will need to either (a) select reduced map data coverage for your updates, or (b) purchase separately a microSD™/SD™ card (if and as applicable to your Garmin product) and load all or a portion of the map data coverage for your updates to the card and insert the card into the microSD/SD card slot contained in your Garmin product. If neither of the measures in (a) or (b) can be used to address your product’s lack of sufficient remaining memory, then Garmin may conclude that the “useful life” of your product has expired. Garmin may terminate your nüMaps Lifetime subscription at any time if you violate any of the terms of this agreement or your subscription. Your nüMaps Lifetime subscription may not be transferred to another Garmin product.

About Garmin
The global leader in satellite navigation, Garmin Ltd. and its subsidiaries have designed, manufactured, marketed and sold navigation, communication and information devices and applications since 1989 – most of which are enabled by GPS technology.  Garmin’s products serve automotive, mobile, wireless, outdoor recreation, marine, aviation, and OEM applications. Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in the Cayman Islands, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. For more information visit Garmin's media centre at http://garmin.glogs.com/ukpr  Garmin is a registered trademark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries.  All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Notice on forward-looking statements:
This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. All statements regarding the company’s future product introductions are forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on management's current expectations. The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 26, 2009 filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983). A copy of suchForm 10-Q can be downloaded at www.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/invRelations/finReports.html. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

 

 

Garmin warns of traffic hot spots and urges families to plan ahead for Jubilee weekend

The Jubilee weekend – when thousands of people all over the country will be celebrating with their friends and family the Queen’s 60 year reign.  Great news for celebrations – bad news for drivers hoping to get from A to B as fast as possible.

The team at Garmin, the global leader in satellite navigation, have done some research to find out how many Brits will be taking to the road this bank holiday, finding that 72% of the UK will be travelling within 25 miles away from home over the weekend therefore increasing the chance of a large amount of local traffic. 

Surprisingly nearly a half of Londoners are intending to travel out of London for the Jubilee celebration with 67% of those surveyed travelling by car over the weekend, again indicating a high chance of congestion.

Anthony Chmarny from Garmin says: “The Jubilee bank holiday is sure to be a fantastic weekend but the last thing we want to be doing is sitting in traffic, wasting precious time or looking for quick routes to escape the crowds.”

Together with the Highways Agency, Garmin is advising families to check traffic and weather before they set out and to plan their journeys.

Anthony says: “I recommend anyone hitting the roads this bank holiday to plan ahead.  As the weather has been so good, this will undoubtedly encourage more people to enjoy trips away, making it even more important to leave earlier than anticipated and plan your route.  Think about the roads that attract the most crowds and try to avoid them by doing some research before you leave. 

“As we all know, the weather has been very changeable of late and rain and strong winds can make any journey more difficult, so allow more time, keep your speed down and ensure your vehicle is in tip top condition.

“Importantly, don’t get stressed in traffic.  If you have a Sat-Nav with up-to-date maps you can easily look for alternate routes to travel as you’ve got a trust worthy source that will lead you to your destination.”

The Highways Agency, which manages motorways and major A-roads in England, is lifting almost nine out of ten roadworks to help people on their way – but most holiday congestion is caused simply by so many people heading for the beach at the same time and that’s where Garmin can help.

Roads anticipated to be most busy this weekend are the traditional holiday routes including the M5 and routes to the West Country, the M6 through Lancashire towards the Lakes, main roads to the south coast and the M20 towards the Channel ports.  These are expected to be busier than usual on Friday evening, with holiday traffic peaking by lunchtime Saturday.  Over the weekend there are also expected to be crowds heading to London where there are some road closures associated with Jubilee events.

Garmin’s range of state-of-the-art Satellite Navigation systems have 3D Live Traffic technology that provides you with the best all-round view of the traffic situation at any given moment – an essential for anyone embarking on a road trip over the summer months.  Route information is checked every 30 seconds and updated every 2 minutes, meaning that you are able to find out about incidents as they happen and take action to avoid them.  The system includes updates from the Highways Agency control rooms and technology built into the English motorway network.

This month Garmin announced that it has sold more than 100 million of its products to motorists, pilots, boaters, runners, cyclists, golfers, hikers and geocachers – who all depend on Garmin to help show them the way.

For more information on Garmin’s Live 3D Traffic technology click here.

For a full range of products from Garmin click here.

About Garmin International Inc.
Garmin International Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (Nasdaq: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation. Since 1989, this group of companies has designed, manufactured, marketed and sold navigation, communication and information devices and applications – most of which are enabled by GPS technology. Garmin’s products serve automotive, mobile, wireless, outdoor recreation, marine, aviation, and OEM applications. Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit Garmin at www.garmin.co.uk or contact the Media Relations department at +44(0)2380524000. Garmin and Vector are registered trademarks and ANT+ and Garmin Connect are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Notice on Forward-Looking Statements:

This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations.  The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual  Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 25, 2010, filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983).  A copy of such Form 10-K is available at www.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/invRelations/finReports.html.  No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed.  Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

Highways Agency information:

 For more summer driving advice from the Highways Agency please click here or for Jubilee bank holiday roadworks, click here

Amscreen and Garmin launch 6 month technology partnership

The UK’s largest Digital Media owner Amscreen has today announced a partnership with Garmin, the world leader in satellite navigation. The deal will see Garmin utilise Amscreen’s standout technology for a series of yet-to-be-revealed initiatives for products such as their Lifetime Maps function, a service with no subscriptions, update fees or expiration dates.

 

Amscreen will work together with Garmin to trial new and innovative concepts utilising the likes of their Flexible National Content (FNC) platform, which enables generic content to be given bespoke local detail, in order to deliver pioneering ad solutions. With an event-filled summer ahead, Amscreen and Garmin will provide the network’s weekly audience of 20 million with time and location specific feeds, content and competitions across its entire forecourt network.

The partnership will see Garmin content screened across the 1,600 forecourt locations from June 1^st to this valuable motoring audience, with additional campaigns rolling out across the summer.

Dawn Ramsay, MD of Garmin UK said “As global leaders in satellite navigation delivering intelligent innovative navigation and GPS solutions covering automotive, sports, fitness, marine and aviation, this partnership is a great match for both of us. We’re able to utilise Amscreen’s unique technology to talk to our customers using the latest targeting and delivery methods to give ultimate stand out. The ease of their technology also means that we can trial new advertising and communication ideas quickly and monitor the results without any hassle.”

Amscreen CEO Simon Sugar said “We’re very pleased to announce this technology partnership with Garmin which will see the leading GPS brand benefit from Amscreen’s new platform developments. This mutually beneficial deal will enable both Garmin and ourselves to trial new ad solutions and ideas, putting us both at the forefront of the DOOH industry. With such great exposure to their target audience, the Amscreen network is the ideal partner for Garmin to communicate their messaging and raise awareness of their products”. 

About Amscreen:

Amscreen is the UK’s largest Digital Out of Home media company, offering a robust, end-to-end digital signage solution via its unique wireless plug and play technology. Their networks broadcast from 3,500 sites across the UK and are an effective communication tool for clients such as BP, Shell and WH Smith and a range of blue-chip advertisers such as Coca Cola, Ford, Sky, Visa and BT.

 As well as operating in petrol, convenience, leisure and travel locations, Amscreen provides screens to the healthcare industry. Its Healthcare network uses revolutionary software to provide customers with the ability to create and broadcast their own messages that can be viewed in prime dwelling areas such as waiting rooms, corridors and coffee shops.

Amscreen recently expanded into Europe following a deal with BP Europe SE that will see digital signage screens installed in forecourts across the continent in Germany, Poland, Luxembourg, Switzerland and Austria.

The live Amscreen mapping system allows advertisers to locate screens across the UK. Visit http://www.amscreen.co.uk/screen-media/mapping_tool.html to view the live mapping link for further information.

For more information on Amscreen, visit www.amscreen.co.uk

About Garmin International Inc.
Garmin International Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (Nasdaq: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation. Since 1989, this group of companies has designed, manufactured, marketed and sold navigation, communication and information devices and applications – most of which are enabled by GPS technology. Garmin’s products serve automotive, mobile, wireless, outdoor recreation, marine, aviation, and OEM applications. Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit Garmin's pressroom at www.garmin.co.uk or contact the Media Relations department at +44(0)2380524000. Garmin and Vector are registered trademarks and ANT+ and Garmin Connect are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Notice on Forward-Looking Statements:

This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations.  The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual  Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 25, 2010, filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983).  A copy of such Form 10-K is available at www.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/invRelations/finReports.html.  No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed.  Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

Trust Garmin to offer expert advice on avoiding the traffic this bank holiday

This May bank holiday the roads will undoubtedly be busy with drivers keen to enjoy the long weekend and escape the hubbub of everyday life.

 “No matter how wonderful bank holidays are, they now come with the added image of sitting in traffic, busy roads and precious time wasted while we look for quick routes to escape the crowds." said Anthony Chmarny from Garmin, adding, "I recommend anyone hitting the roads this bank holiday to plan ahead.  Think about the routes that attract the most crowds and try to avoid them by doing some research before you leave. 

Check out the weather, rain and strong winds can make any journey more difficult, so allow  more time, keep your speed down and ensure your vehicle is in tip top condition.

Importantly, don’t get stressed in traffic.  If you have a Sat-Nav you can easily look for alternative routes to  travel as you’ve got a trust worthy source that will lead you to your destination.”

This advice is of course not only relevant for this bank holiday but for the bank holidays coming up in June to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee.

Anthony adds: “We all want to make the most of our precious time off and not spend it sitting in cars, battling with the traffic.  By careful planning and ensuring you have a trust worthy sat-nav at your side, you can beat the crowds and find a quick route to use.”

Garmin’s range of state-of-the-art Satellite Navigation systems have 3D Live Traffic technology that provides you with the best all-round view of the traffic situation at any given moment – an essential for anyone embarking on a road trip over the summer months.  Route information is checked every 30 seconds and updated every 2 minutes, meaning that you are able to find out about incidents as they happen and take action to avoid them.   

  

This week Garmin announced that it has sold more than 100 million of its products to motorists, pilots, boaters, runners, cyclists, golfers, hikers and geocachers – who all depend on Garmin to help show them the way.

For more information on Garmin’s Live 3D Traffic technology click here.

For a full range of products from Garmin click here.

 

New Garmin GPS bundle for all-terrain adventures

Garmin is pleased to announce the Montana™ 600 Moto Bundle with GB Discoverer – the perfect in-all-one GPS navigator for your next motorbiking or all-terrain adventure. Ideal for use on or off-road, on foot or on the water, this bundle comes with Ordnance Survey mapping and a sturdy mount suitable for motorbikes, trail bikes, snowmobiles or whatever all-terrain vehicle you want to attach it to. Wherever you take it, it’s built to withstand the elements.

“Montana has been groundbreaking for all adventurers, and now for motorbike and ATV fanatics the Montana 600 Moto Mount bundle will deliver all they need for their ride right out of the box.” Martin Resch, Garmin’s EMEA Product Manager, Outdoor said. “Montana is our flagship all-terrain GPS – capable of guiding you during all kinds of adventures. The choice is now yours; there’s nowhere Montana can’t take you.”

The Montana 600 is Garmin’s flagship all-terrain GPS. It has a bright 4-inch colour touchsceen display with dual orientation and perfect readability under any light condition so you can always see where you are. It also has a high-sensitivity GPS receiver with HotFix® so it shouldn’t lose you even if you’re under trees or in the mountains. 

It has key outdoor features such as a 3-axis tilt-compensated compass which shows you accurate headings even when you're standing still no matter how you hold or mount the device. It also has a barometric altimeter that gives precise elevation information and accurate elevation plot over time. Plus, with Garmin's unique dual battery system you'll have enough power to last even if you take your Montana out of the cradle.

The Montana™ 600 Moto bundle GB version comes with Garmin GB Discoverer™ maps which offer 1:50k Ordnance Survey mapping for the whole country as well as spoken, turn-by-turn driving directions on the road.

Also included is the rugged RAM mounting kit which attaches to your vehicle of choice – whether it’s a touring bike, trail bike or all-terrain vehicle. It’s perfect for any rough condition right out of the box.

The Montana 600 supports multiple types of maps. These include the City Navigator maps for use in the car, BlueChart® g2 preloaded cards for a great day on the water and Custom Maps which transform paper and electronic maps into downloadable maps for your device.

Download BaseCamp - a free utility that allows users to plan and manage trips, routes, tracks, and waypoints and transfer them between the computer and the Montana™ 600 Moto bundle. With the Track and Draw feature, users can trace a fluid track and get an immediate elevation profile to determine the difficulty of their adventure. 

The Montana 600 Moto bundles are expected to be available in May 2012 with a suggested retail price of £529.99. Additional information about the Montana series is available at www.garmin.co.uk  

About Garmin
The global leader in satellite navigation, Garmin Ltd. and its subsidiaries have designed, manufactured, marketed and sold navigation, communication and information devices and applications since 1989 – most of which are enabled by GPS technology.  Garmin’s products serve automotive, mobile, wireless, outdoor recreation, marine, aviation, and OEM applications. Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in the Cayman Islands, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. For more information visit Garmin's media centre at http://garmin.glogs.com/ukpr  Garmin is a registered trademark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries.  All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Notice on forward-looking statements:
This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. All statements regarding the company’s future product introductions are forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on management's current expectations. The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 26, 2009 filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983). A copy of suchForm 10-Q can be downloaded at www.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/invRelations/finReports.html. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

Loc8 Codes helping to save lives

Garmin sat navs preloaded with Loc8, a Digital Address Coding system, are being used by the Health Services Executive in Ireland to help save lives. Key emergency locations are now identified using this innovative system which precisely pinpoints destinations on navigation devices. The aim is help crews know exactly where they’re going, therefore saving time – and lives.  

The Chief Emergency Management Officer of the HSE South, Mr. Peter Daly, is using Loc8 Codes in his emergency plans: "Loc8 Codes are now being used on an inter-agency basis, particularly for upper-tier chemical plants. They ensure emergency staff can reach locations quickly without the guesswork caused by confusing or imprecise postal addresses or complicated coordinates. Staff simply enter the Loc8 Code directly into a sat nav and don’t have to worry about going to the wrong place.”

Loc8 Codes are free-to-create “location codes” that work like a modern postcode to make addresses more accurate. They can even be used on non-property based destinations such as tourist attractions, fishing spots, outdoor events, accident locations and more. You simply assign a unique reference to the location and use it to search and navigate with a Garmin sat nav for pinpoint-accurate addressing.

CEO of Loc8 Code Ltd, Gary Delaney, says the system is increasingly being relied upon: “All sorts of organisations are finding Loc8 Codes useful, from sporting organisations such as the GAA  and car park operators to private businesses and couriers. The General Lighthouse Authority for all of Ireland is even using the Codes to help visitors and contractors find their way to these iconic structures, which, although seen easily from sea, can be difficult to find on land!”

Director of Automotive Products for Garmin, Clive Taylor, is happy to support the use of Loc8 Codes on sat navs: “We licensed Loc8 Codes to ensure customers (locals and visitors) using our sat navs in the Republic and Northern Ireland would be able to benefit from this world-leading technology, saving time and fuel by navigating efficiently to a precise address. They help people get to the right place, first time, every time.”

Generating a Loc8 Code is free of charge at www.loc8code.com. Loc8 Codes are already being used commercially by many organisations and are now displayed by more than 5,000 companies on their websites. Medical practitioners as well as friends and relatives are also beginning to ensure medically vulnerable people have Loc8 Codes for their homes, ready to use in the event of an emergency.

Garmin and Loc8 Code Ltd have also agreed to collaborate in deploying Loc8 Codes in other countries where the need is identified.

For more information contact Loc8 Code Ltd
Gary Delaney
Tel :- + 353 21 4832990
Email : gary@loc8code.com

 

About Loc8 Code Ltd
Loc8 Code Ltd., headquartered at Church Bay, Crosshaven, Co. Cork, W8L-82-4YK.  ( www.loc8code.com/W8L-82-4YK ). Loc8 Codes, formerly PON Codes were developed and tested by GPS Ireland, a GPS specialist company based in Cork which delivers solutions to professional users of GPS (Global Positioning Systems) in Ireland.  GPS Ireland has been involved in GPS for over 14 years and began to release Loc8 Codes in 2006 as a result of demand from clients. Loc8 Code Ltd has now been formed to launch and support Loc8 Codes into the market as new enterprise. CEO Gary Delaney is a former Naval Officer, and is an experienced land and hydrographic surveyor who has advised and trained both Government and Blue Chip organisations in the use of GPS for everything from precise surveying to asset tracking. He is an elected Fellow of the Royal Institute of Navigation and professional member of the Irish Institution of Surveyors and has worked in the GPS industry in Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Gary has supported Garmin and their products in Ireland since 1997.

Enterprise Ireland:  Supported by Enterprise Ireland under its High Potential Start Up Programme. A 'high potential start up' is defined as a company which is:

•  Based on technological innovation;
•  Likely to achieve significant growth in 3 years (sales of €1.0m per annum and employment of 10 or more)
•  Export oriented
•  Ideally, led by an experienced team, with a mixture of technical and commercial competencies.

This definition includes early stage, product led R&D companies, with equivalent sales and employment potential, following successful completion of a defined pre-commercialisation phase.

Related News articles at www.loc8code.com/news

About Garmin
The global leader in satellite navigation, Garmin Ltd. and its subsidiaries have designed, manufactured, marketed and sold navigation, communication and information devices and applications since 1989 – most of which are enabled by GPS technology.  Garmin’s products serve automotive, mobile, wireless, outdoor recreation, marine, aviation, and OEM applications. Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. For more information visit Garmin's media centre at http://garmin.blogs.com/ukpr. Garmin is a registered trademark and GHP, GHC and GWS are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries.  All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Notice on forward-looking statements
This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. All statements regarding the company’s future product introductions are forward-looking statements. Such statements are based on management's current expectations. The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 26, 2009 filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983). A copy of such Form 10-Q can be downloaded at www.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/invRelations/finReports.html. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

Garmin Smartphone Link for Android provides live services to nüvi® sat nav

Garmin the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced the launch of Smartphone Link, the first Android app to provide live services to personal navigation devices (PNDs). Smartphone Link creates a seamless navigation experience between selected Bluetooth^® enabled 2012 Garmin nüvi and an Android^TM smartphone allowing them to communicate and share data.

Among other functionalities, the app lets nüvi users add live services, such as traffic information, traffic camera images, safety cameras including community shared mobile camera sites, weather, parking and fuel prices to their navigation device, utilizing the smartphone's mobile data plan. Garmin Smartphone Link is available at no cost in the Android Market and includes several free live services as well as premium content available through subscriptions.

“Garmin Smartphone Link brings the benefit of live services to a PND while solving the problem of having to pay for an extra data plan, by utilizing the existing connection of a smartphone,” said Clive Taylor, Director Automotive Product Marketing. “It is a great example of how smartphone apps can complement navigation devices, combining the strengths of navigation a PND can offer in the car, such as bigger screens and better GPS reception, and the last mile navigation from your smartphone outside of the car.”

Free connected services will include the Garmin Tracker application which enables you to allow friends on Facebook and Twitter to track your location, live weather information and myGarmin™ messaging, which provides update notifications and special offers from Garmin. Premium Live Services include the following:    

3D Live Traffic (£19.99 per year): Garmin 3D Live Traffic provides real-time information to help users navigate in and around congestion. 3D Live Traffic is updated every two minutes and receives up to 2,000 messages every update cycle, including details of traffic incidents, road conditions and delays. It covers motorways, dual carriageways and major roads. 

photoLive traffic cameras (£8.49 per year): This functionality is an addition to Garmin’s Live Traffic feature and provides drivers the ability to literally see traffic conditions ahead of time. It lets users easily look up real-time photos from traffic cameras to get a glance at traffic and weather conditions. Included is direct access to over 3,000 traffic cameras across England, Scotland and Scandinavia.

Fuel Prices (£8.49 per year): Users can find the best prices for any type of fuel in their area by tapping the screen and selecting a station.

Speedwatch safety camera (£8.49 per year): Speedwatch safety camera updates include Fixed, Temporary and Average speed cameras, Mobile zones, Red light and even Customer reported Live Mobile cameras crowd sourced by the Speedwatch community of users.

Advanced Weather (£8.49 per year): Get current and 5-day forecasts for your area. In addition to what the free weather service provides, Advanced Weather also allows users to receive severe weather alerts and view animated radar images on their regional map to see what’s heading their way!  Colours distinguish types of precipitation such as rain, snow and ice, to help you avoid bad driving conditions.

In addition to using Garmin Live Services, Smartphone Link allows the Garmin sat nav to share its favourite locations with the phone. And better yet, the app can help users find their way from a parking spot to their destination and back by displaying both on a map.  

Garmin Smartphone Link works with selected Bluetooth enabled 2012 Garmin PNDs, the nüvi 2475LT, 2495LMT, 2595LMT, 3490LT, 3490LMT and the all-new 3590LMT, the company’s most feature-packed 5” navigator. All of these models require a software update, except the nüvi 3590LMT. Garmin Smartphone Link is available from the Android Market at no cost. To learn more, go to http://sites.garmin.com/smartphonelink.

The new nüvi 3590LMT features thin and stylish form factor and large 5-inch glass display, pinch-to-zoom touchscreen interaction, automatic dual-screen orientation and Garmin’s most advanced ensemble of mapping and navigation features available: Guidance 3, lifetime 3D traffic updates[1], voice-activated navigation, free lifetime map updates[2], lane assist with photoReal and Bird’s Eye junction view (a Garmin exclusive), 3-D landmarks and terrain views, and exit services, among many other functions. The premium PND is expected to be available in spring 2012. For more information about individual nüvi models, features and pricing, visit http://www.garmin.com/move. 

Find details about Garmin’s other smartphone apps for a wide variety of activities at http://garmin.com/apps / http://goo.gl/50vs2 

About Garmin International Inc.
Garmin International Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (Nasdaq: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation. Since 1989, this group of companies has designed, manufactured, marketed and sold navigation, communication and information devices and applications – most of which are enabled by GPS technology. Garmin’s products serve automotive, mobile, wireless, outdoor recreation, marine, aviation, and OEM applications. Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. For more information, visit Garmin's virtual pressroom at www.garmin.com/pressroom or contact the Media Relations department at 913-397-8200. Garmin and nüvi are registered trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries.  

Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.  Android is a trademark of Google Inc.  All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Notice on Forward-Looking Statements:

This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations.  The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual  Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 25, 2010, filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983).  A copy of such Form 10-K is available at www.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/invRelations/finReports.html.  No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed.  Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

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[1] FREE lifetime traffic updates may not be transferred to another person or another Garmin product. Lifetime traffic extends for the useful life of your Garmin traffic receiver (as long as you own a compatible Garmin GPS) or as long as Garmin receives traffic data from its traffic supplier, whichever is shorter. Traffic content not available for all areas. See traffic coverage areas and Program License Agreement for complete terms and conditions.

[2]FREE lifetime map updates entitle you to receive up to four map data updates per year, when and as such updates are made available on the Garmin website, for this specific Garmin product only until this product’s useful life expires or Garmin no longer receives map data from its third party supplier, whichever is shorter.