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14 Dec 2020
Drive, stop, look around...
When you’re driving around Australia on your next trip, do check out the galleries. You’ll find them easily when you hit search in your Navman.
7 Dec 2020
How to have a top time in the Top End
If you’ve flown rather than driven to Darwin, hire a car and pack your Navman. While the population is just around 130,000 the city is quite spread out and you’ll appreciate the cool comfort of the air-con whatever time of year you’re visiting.
30 Nov 2020
Silo, so high, so far
Out of the earth, four mighty concrete silos rise, crowd together overshadowing any building close to them. In front of the silos, backdropped by a brilliant blue winter sky, a modest caravan and car are parked and dwarfed by the storage giants.
23 Nov 2020
Six Outback Pubs to visit
If you’ve never been on a road trip to the Outback, now could be the time to go. Do pack a good hat, sunscreen and your Navman. You don’t want to get lost out there with no mobile coverage and no idea where you are. Australia’s Outback pubs are like no others, so do make sure you drop in and visit one of classics but if you get a thirst on, make sure you have your designated driver with you or, better still, stay the night.
16 Nov 2020
ROAD TRIPPING AROUND TASMANIA
The tiny island of ‘Tassie’ has an abundance of attractions and experiences to indulge in. Its roads go through some of the most spectacular landscapes and coastlines you’ll see in Australia.
15 Jun 2020
Keen for a holiday or mini-break but need your own comfortable space, why not try an “RV”?
If you feel you need a few more creature comforts than camping allows, why not try a getaway in an RV? It’s the common acronym for “recreational vehicles” which just means travelling in a in a caravan, camper van, motorhome or camper trailer, and usually with comfier beds than a tent as well as your own cooking and often bathroom facilities.
10 Jun 2020
How to download, view and share dash cam footage: MiVUE Manager and apps
We’re often asked, what is the best way to view the footage from my dash cam and while you can look at it on the device itself, most screens are fairly small. A much better option is to use MiVUE Manager.
27 May 2020
“Did you get it?”
“Did you get it?” It really is the last thing you want to worry about if you’re been in an accident or seen something incredible on the road ahead. You buy a dash cam to be able to record incidents on the road ahead (or behind, if you have a rear camera), you want to make sure your device is recording properly.
19 May 2020
Why camping may be your best holiday this year
It’s all about fresh air, fun, freedom and affordability
12 Mar 2020
Why you should get out and visit bushfire affected parts of Australia
Australia has seen some pretty tough times this past summer with whole towns devastated by bushfires while hundreds of Aussies have lost their precious homes. However, one of the great things that arose from this tragedy is a show of how incredibly community spirited and big-hearted Australians really are with donations flooding towards bushfire relief efforts.
25 Feb 2020
Eight irritating behaviours of bad drivers … do you recognise anyone who does this?
Wouldn’t the road be a wonderful and less stressful place to be, if the world was full of decent drivers like us?
6 Dec 2019
Here's to a Calm Christmas at Home and on the Roads
Want to know what to buy for your nearest and dearest drivers to keep them safer on the roads, read on …
2 Dec 2019
Christmas Gift Guide to Dash Cams
If you want to buy someone a dash cam this Christmas, you’re not alone. The rise in popularity of dash cams over the past 12 months is nothing short of remarkable. One in five Australian drivers currently has a dash cam, with more than half of these bought in the past year.* In the event of an accident, today it is who presents the best evidence that convinces the Police and insurance companies.
25 Nov 2019
Why the best eyewitness is the one in your car?
What’s worse than being in a car accident when you don’t have insurance? Being blamed for an accident that wasn’t your fault and being stung $600 or more for the excess/
15 Nov 2019
How to update maps on your Navman
Whether your device comes with monthly or quarterly updates, with so many new roads opening especially in major cities, you want to make sure your Navman is as up to date as possible.
23 Sep 2019
How good are the long weekends!
Nine things the Navman team recommend you do before you head off on the road
15 Aug 2019
If your dad has always looked out for you, buy him something that looks out for him!
If your dad has always looked out for you, maybe this Father’s Day you should buy him something that really looks out for him – a MiVUE “daddy dash cam”!
24 Jun 2019
USING A MOBILE WHEN DRIVING IS X-RATED
Idiots did exist before mobile phones were invented but the devices have certainly been a wonderful catalyst for extremes of dangerous behaviour, and nowhere is that danger more pronounced than when they are being used behind the wheel of a vehicle.
30 May 2019
The Future is Already Here for Safety on the Roads
Despite some successful experiments, automated cars are still far from being a feature of our daily lives. The infrastructure involved in moving to such a world, and the number of technological issues that need to be resolved, mean that we are still some years away.
16 Apr 2019
It’s up to you to make roads safe this Easter
Ahead of the Easter holiday weekend and ANZAC Day holidays, automotive technology brand Navman is backing Police calls to be extra vigilant on the roads
21 Feb 2019
More than one way to enjoy a journey
Typically, when you do a daily drive you are focused on getting from A to B as fast as possible, particularly if it involves a commute or an errand. You want to minimise turns or take the roads that move fastest – no time for dawdling. You simply plug into your GPS where you want to go and up comes the result. Simple.
25 Jan 2019
Why it’s back to school for all of us
Every parent or guardian knows full well what this time of year means: it’s back to school. Relaxed holiday routines are thrown out the window and now there is the added pressure of making sure the children get to school at the right time, often during peak-hour morning traffic or back home during busy afternoons.
22 Nov 2018
Have we got some Christmas gift ideas for you!
Want some Christmas inspiration? No matter which grown up you’re buying for … we’ve got some fantastic ideas for presents for all types of drivers, priced from just $119 AND don’t miss out on our great Christmas cashback offer (gifts for them, cash back for you!)
16 Nov 2018
Love your car and want to get the most out of it? This simple tip may save your life (and the life of others) and save you $$$
How often do you check your tyre pressure? Once a year? Before a long road-trip? Well, we heard something interesting from one of our staff, whose husband works at a luxury car dealership’s aftercare service. The dealership was getting a lot of complaints from customers about the need to replace tyres of these cars far more frequently than they would have expected. The complaints were enough for the supplier of their tyres, to come in to have a chat with this dealership.
19 Oct 2018
Nothing lasts forever… and that’s a good thing
Growing up, we had a Kirby vacuum cleaner. I remember mum paid a ridiculous price for it, which the salesman justified because it “would never die.” This heavy, upright contraption would clunk around the house sucking up straight lines of dirt and dust, no matter how rough we were or how many times it was dropped down the stairs (“accidently” or not). It might have needed a tune up here and there, but as the salesman promised, all through my childhood and teens, this monstrosity refused to die.
14 Sep 2018
Getting the most out of your Navman: Safety Features – Part 2
At Navman we care hugely about road safety. It’s why we’ve spent so many years adding new features and fine-tuning how our devices provide guidance through visual, verbal, audio cues. We’ve studied how people drive in different circumstances, and we know that how they drive in urban areas is different to driving longer drives in rural areas.
31 Aug 2018
What are all ‘the bells and whistles’ - getting the most out of your Navman: Safety Features – Part 1
We’ve been designing, developing and building the best satellite navigation systems for more than 15 years. In those early days our navigation and safety alerts were good but admittedly fairly basic and over that time we’ve brought out new features onto different devices as technology has evolved, processors have sped up and drivers have wanted better guidance, and more safety features.
22 Aug 2018
New rules about in-car mobile phone use aside, why using a GPS is the best thing for new drivers
Did you know that in most Australian states, if you’re a Learner, P1 or P2 driver, you can’t use can’t use your phone in the car at all, not even for maps on your mobile phone? From this September, in New South Wales you will lose five demerit points (up from four) if you are caught using your mobile phone while driving. Any Learner or P1 driver in NSW caught using a phone while driving will immediately lose their licence.
6 Jul 2018
Snow no fear - Navman shares seven tips on how to drive confidently to the snow this year
Winter is well and truly here in the Australian and New Zealand ski fields with big dumps of snow across the resorts. Whether your preference is skiing, snowboarding, tobogganing, tubing or snow–shoeing, this is a great year to be driving to the mountains.
29 Jun 2018
Make next year’s tax time easier by getting a Navman now
If you’re facing the tax time trauma of looking through your vehicle’s log book and wondering how you forgot to write down all the entries, there’s a simple solution at hand for next year. Use your Navman. Navman’s digital mileage logbook records your trip details and then produces mileage reports, making expense record keeping - and tax time - a breeze.
22 Jun 2018
When it comes to evidence for insurance claims, all dash cams are not the same
All insurance companies agree that having dash cam footage can help significantly in your insurance claim. What you need to know is that not all dash cams are built the same.
14 Jun 2018
Ten reasons you need to pack your Navman for your next overseas driving holiday
If you’re one of the lucky people heading off on the roads of Europe or North America to escape Australian or NZ winter, here’s one thing you must pack: your Navman GPS with international maps loaded.
16 May 2018
Don’t just take our word for it - what real truck drivers think about the new Big Rig Duo
We released our Big Rig Duo – first GPS and dash cam specially designed for truck drivers – in early May 2018 and we’re thrilled with feedback from two of the first professional truck drivers to use the product.
4 May 2018
The secret language of truck drivers
Did you know despite the wonderful world of social media, long haul truck drivers still use Citizen Band (CB radio) or UHF to talk to one another on the road? It’s because unlike mobile phones, there is always coverage wherever they are in the country (much like Navman) and it’s their own private channel with its own private language.
20 Apr 2018
Go dog go – taking your furry friend on the road
Few things say ‘happy’ like a dog with its head out of the window of a moving car. As a dog-lover, it might break your heart to deny your pet this simple joy, but failing to properly restrain your dog in a car could be the ultimate act of cruelty. Not only are you breaking the law in Australia, you could be putting your, your pet’s and your passengers’ lives at risk.
16 Mar 2018
Car games to make the Easter drive more fun
Planning to get away over the four day long weekend and don’t want to suffer the inevitable and much repeated question “Are we there yet?”? With mobile coverage often not great once you get out of cities and towns, you need some old fashioned fun car games up your sleeve to keep the kids occupied and make the time go faster for everyone.
2 Mar 2018
Fuel prices are their highest since 2015: Navman’s top tips to save on petrol
A recent Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) report has revealed fuel prices are at their highest since 2015!* To help ease the damage this can cause your hip pocket we have compiled some handy tips on how you can cut down on the amount of fuel your car is burning. You’ll also be doing the environment a favour by lessening your greenhouse gas emissions and carbon footprint.
16 Feb 2018
How to stay safer on Easter roads
If you are planning a road trip for the Easter long weekend, here are some tips on how you can stay safer on the road including how your Navman GPS or dash-cam can really help make your journey as safe as possible.
1 Feb 2018
How to teach your kids to drive
Teaching your teenager to drive this year?
We’ve got the ultimate guide for parents on how to make it stress-free
13 Dec 2017
How to put an end to carguments because ‘tis the season to be jolly
Who gets to choose the playlist, or which family member has right to the front passenger seat? Arguments over these issues can ruin the mood in the car or worse your holiday!
7 Dec 2017
What to consider when buying a new car
Buying a new car is always exciting, but it is a significant investment, so how do you find a car that is going to be perfect for you now and in the years to come? A car that may be great for one person may not be great for another. Here are a few questions to ask yourself to help you find the best car for you.
17 Nov 2017
NAVMAN's Car Songs of the 80s
There must have been something in the air in the 80s because that decade produced a lot of songs about cars and driving. For your listening pleasure, we’ve compiled the top cars and driving songs of the 80s.
3 Nov 2017
How to Save on Your Car Rego and CTP Insurance
“Oh yay, it’s car rego time” – said no one ever. If you’ve wondered what that annual (or bi-annual depending on how you choose to pay) hit to the hip pocket payed for, here’s a quick breakdown:
3 Oct 2017
Good sport?
How did we manage to get our kids to sporting grounds before the days of the GPS? Seriously, it is difficult enough to get one child dressed in a clean correct uniform on a Saturday morning, let alone find new playing fields in a new suburb.