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The Magellan RoadMate 1425 is nearly identical to RoadMate 1415 however, the RoadMate 1425 adds an integrated live traffic feature and lifetime traffic subscription that uses real-time traffic update information to display incidents and suggest alternative routes. The lifetime subscription to traffic reports is a nice edition. One million POIs (points of interest) are included with this GPS unit. Importantly the entire RoadMate series comes preloaded with NAVTEQ® road maps, of which I am a huge fan (over TeleAtlas maps). It's why I won't ever buy a TomTom GPS because most of their products use TeleAtlas maps which are less accurate in my opinion.

Anyway, here are the full set of features for the Magellan RoadMate 1400 series:

• New 4.3-inch WQVGA full-color, anti-glare touch-screen display
• Acclaimed, easy-to-use, intuitive user interface
• Fast and precise Centrality Atlas III GPS chipset delivering superior GPS performance and navigation
• 2-D and 3-D map views with auto day/night mode switching
• Trip computer and trip planner
• QuickSpell, which intelligently searches and checks spelling when entering addresses
• SmartDetour to route drivers around heavy or stationary traffic
• Postcode search: 7-digit postcode searches in the United Kingdom and 6-digit postcode searches in the Netherlands
• Pre-loaded speed-trap database providing known camera locations for each region
• SD card slot for maps
• USB port for PC connection and in-vehicle power
• Worldwide reversible maps (where U.S. maps are compatible with EMEA products, and vice-versa)
• The Magellan RoadMate 1400 series ship with a windshield mount and cradle; a 12-volt car power cigarette lighter adapter; an adhesive disk for alternative, on-dash mounting; and of course user manual + quick reference guide

Magellan RoadMate 1425 will be available in Europe and retail for €279 euros.

In other news, the RoadMate 1217, which is being premiered at CeBIT, adds text-to-speech that announces the street name and direction of the next turn. It also includes one million searchable of points of interest (POI), including petrol stations, hotels, restaurants, and airports with contact details such as phone number, address and the travel distance.

The MRM 1200 series features a compact-sized 3.5-inch anti-glare touch screen and mirrors the features of the RoadMate 1400 series, including the worldwide reversible maps, within an even smaller pocket-sized form factor. The MRM 1217 compliments the existing RoadMate 1200 and RoadMate 1215 products. MSRP RoadMate 1200 €129.00, RoadMate 1215 €159.00, RoadMate 1217 €179.00.

TomTom, today launched the new TomTom GO 930 and TomTom GO 730, where are updates to the popular 720 and 920 TomTom models. These new TomTom GPS units will feature TomTom's IQ Routes technology and Advanced Lane Guidance. According to TomTom the IQ Routes technology is based on actual average speeds measured on roads, rather than posted speed limits. Thus, the new TomTom GO range determines a route by considering all possible routes and then selecting the one that takes the least time based on recent historical data. This sounds eerily similar to my 2004 post where I said GPS units would one day use actual real world traffic data to calculate the optimal route. I actually stated P2P technology would be used to "share" GPS data amongst the GPS units. In any event, according to TomTom, in almost 50% of all trips, their IQ Routes technology results in a faster route.

In addition, the new TomTom GO series includes TomTom's Advanced Lane Guidance feature. Advanced Lane Guidance provides users with realistic representations of complex highway junctions and lane-specific visual directions.

TomTom IQ Routes Explained:
The new TomTom IQ Routes technology is based on actual average speeds on roads, rather than the posted speed limits. This intelligent routing technology is based on anonymous historical speed profiles of over 6.2 billion miles of driven roads, gathered over the years by millions of TomTom users. It takes into account all the factors that may influence the time it takes drivers to get to their destination, including traffic lights, rotaries, steep slopes and speed bumps.

The TomTom IQ Routes speed profile database continues to grow at the rate of over half a billion measurements per day, so the time and spatial accuracy of TomTom IQ Routes(TM) technology will continually increase. Drivers can be confident that they will always be given the
smartest route, incorporating detailed local knowledge. This allows for more efficient daily route planning, in particular when driving through urban and mountainous areas.

Other Features:
-- TomTom Map Share technology, enabling users to make updates and corrections to their own maps instantly and to benefit from improvements made by other users, completely free of charge. New Map Share features include the ability to change turn restrictions and
posted road speeds
-- Latest map guarantee so users always have free access to the latest map at time of purchase
-- Voice address input so that users can drive to millions of cities and street names by simply announcing the address of their destination
-- Clear voice instructions and text-to-speech to enable street names, places, traffic alerts and SMS messages to be read aloud as part of the spoken instructions
-- Enhanced Positioning Technology (EPT) for uninterrupted navigation even in tunnels or highly-built areas (TomTom GO 930 only)
-- TomTom RDS-TMC Traffic Receiver, as a compatible accessory, for detailed traffic information
-- Large 4.3 inch touch screen with new generation icons and an updated user interface to navigate drivers to their destination even more easily
-- Enhanced hands-free calling with high-quality sound system via Bluetooth(R) to allow drivers to keep their eyes firmly on the road while making phone calls in the car
-- Extensive safety features, including the 'Help Me' menu that gives drivers direct access to emergency services and roadside assistance
-- Built-in FM Transmitter to play music and navigation instructions seamlessly over the car stereo
-- New smart & fun extras to personalize users' devices, including recording your own driving instructions, view documents, exchange positions via SMS and Bluetooth(TM) wireless technology and select a favorite car icon on the screen
-- Free TomTom HOME software and content from the TomTom community to keep your TomTom device up to date at all times
-- Full range of accessories to match the design and finish of the updated GO range

Map Coverage
-- The TomTom GO 930 comes pre-installed with the most up-to-date maps of US, Canada and Western and Central Europe stored on the internal memory
-- The TomTom GO 730 includes new expanded map coverage, including the latest maps of the US and Canada

Availability
The new TomTom GO range will be available across North America and Europe starting at end of April 2008.

TomTom product technical specifications
-- 4.3" widescreen 16:9 format LCD (WQVGA: 480*272 pixels)
-- CPU 400 MHz
-- TomTom GO 930: 4 GB internal flash memory, TomTom GO 730: 2 GB
-- SD card slot
-- High sensitivity GPS receiver
-- Bluetooth(TM)
-- Lithium-polymer battery (up to 5 hours operation)
-- Dimensions: 118 mm x 83 mm x 24 mm- convert to inches 4.6 x 3.2 x 1
-- Weight: 7.7 ounces

Nuvio announced a trademark infringement lawsuit against Garmin today. The dispute is against Garmin's uber cool GPS mobile phone called the Nuvifone just recently announced and due out later this year.  Nuvi claims they filed this lawsuit January 31st of 2008. Ok, I'll grant Nuvio that Nuvi is "close" in spelling.  Ok GPS fans, what's wrong with this picture? Could it be that Garmin has been selling GPS units with the name "nuvi" for years! You may have seen the nuvi spelled with the funky two dots about the letter 'u', i.e. nüvi 350. If you Google "nuvi" you'll see Garmin owns this term. If you look at Google Images for "nuvi", once again, all Garmin products. So if Garmin has been using this trademark for years, why all of a sudden is Nuvio suing them?

The Answer?

Drum roll please...

Because the Garmin Nuvifone has generated a lot of media buzz (myself included) that while it isn't as rabid as the iPhone, it's still a pretty hotly anticipated product. Need I also remind you of the Cisco/Linksys lawsuit over Apple's use of the term "iPhone" which I covered here, here, here, and here. Cisco/Linksys already had a trademark on that exact same name. Unlike Nuvio which has a different spelling, the term "nuvi" is not exactly the same.

Now you could compare this with Apple's iProductName, where they pretty much own the letter "i" in front of computer-related technology (iMac, iPhone, iPod). Same goes for McDonald's. I can't launch a frozen pizza called the McPizza without being sued. But certainly Nuvio doesn't have industry-wide acceptance as the owner of the phrase "Nuvio" or "Nuvi". So I don't see how they can win. Seems to be patent extortion to me, but maybe my analysis is off. If so, tell me. But I'll include the news release below so you can judge for yourself.

OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nuvio Corporation, a leading provider of on-demand business phone service, today announced that it has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against Garmin International, Inc. (NASDAQ: GRMN) in the U.S. District Court of Kansas. Garmin’s recently announced Nuvifone infringes on the prior Nuvio trademark which Nuvio uses on Nuvio phones and its telephony services.

Prior to filing the lawsuit, Nuvio attempted to reach a mutually satisfactory resolution with Garmin. No resolution was reached and Nuvio filed legal action to protect its rights.

“While we would have preferred to settle this without resorting to a lawsuit, we felt it was important to ensure that our customers and potential customers are not confused by someone abusing our legally protected trademark,” stated Jason P. Talley, Nuvio’s CEO. “Our customers commonly refer to our service as the Nuvio phone.”

Nuvio’s lawsuit alleges that Garmin knowingly and willfully appropriated Nuvio’s trademark. In addition to a determination that Garmin has infringed on the Nuvio trademark, Nuvio is seeking a permanent injunction that prohibits Garmin from using the Nuvi name.

Nuvio issued a cease and desist letter to Garmin on January 31, 2008.
As well as seeking a permanent injunction barring Garmin from using the Nuvio trademark, Nuvio has requested damages for past infringement.

About Nuvio

Nuvio Corporation, a provider of on-demand business communication solutions, distributes its products through direct, indirect and wholesale channels. Nuvio offers a reliable, stable communications platform providing unparalleled uptime for customers. Since 2003, Nuvio has provided PBX services for small to medium-sized businesses in a cost-effective manner. For more information, visit www.nuvio.com.

Garmin is the big bad boy in the GPS market, but they've now thrown their hat into the mobile phone ring with the Garmin nuvifone (not nuviphone). Garmin recently announced the quad-band nuvifone, a full-fledged GSM HSDPA smartphone built using Garmin's proprietary operating system. The nuvifone of course sports GPS navigation but it also adds web surfing, e-mail, and a built-in camera.

How Garmin was able to extend their "specialized" GPS operating system into something with full-fledged mobile phone and web surfing capabilities is an amazing feat. Though perhaps they started their operating system from scratch. Garmin has been mum on the technical details and the pricing will a release date set for the Fall. Though the fact that its HSDPA means AT&T or potentially T-Mobile.

Some might be quick to compare the nüvifone with the Apple iPhone. Like the iPhone the nuvifone will be 100% touch-screen with no button navigation. However, the touch-screen won't be multi-touch like the Apple iPhone.



However, the Garmin nuvifone has one up on the iPhone in that it it includes Google Local Search, which can sort search results based on your current location and give you star ratings. The iPhone uses inaccurate triangulation to figure out your location where the nuvifone gives a much more precise location via its built-in GPS. You can be walking down the streets of New York City and see local restaurants, stores, hospitals, etc.  Garmin espouses this feature when it says:

The nüvifone is Garmin's first device to include Google local search capability, which harnesses the vast point of interest information available from the world wide web. Nüvifone users can search for locations like “coffee shops” and Google will sort the results based on the user’s current location and relevance. Information provided by Google includes a web-based rating so that users can select the most appropriate destination and route directly to it. In addition, the nüvifone includes a web browser incorporating premium features and touchscreen operation for an optimum mobile browsing experience.

Some cool features include an MP3 and MPEG4/AAC video player. The MPEG4/AAC video player marks the first time Garmin has added video support. TomTom, Garmin's GPS competitor, has had video capabilities for some time. Another neat feature is the ability to find your car in an unfamiliar spot or crowded parking lot by automatically marking the position in which it was last removed from the vehicle mount. I actually have used this "find my car" feature using my old PocketPC Destinator GPS when I visited Disney World.

Also, Garmin Online offers real-time traffic and the ability to take pictures that are automatically tagged with location information. Great for geocache hunts. Bluetooth and Wi-Fi is also included on the nuviphone. I really like Garmin products. I own a Garmin 2720 and have purchased a few Garmin nuvi 350 GPS units, including having to buy one to replace one stolen in Disney World. I will definitely have to get my hands on a nuvifone in the Fall and post a review. No mention of a VoIP application such as Skype, but my guess is there won't be one since they will make a deal with a carrier such as AT&T to subsidize the cost. Further, there won't be an SDK so unlike the Apple iPhone, the nuvifone won't be hackable to add third party apps.

nuvifone features include:
    • Camera, video camera, MP3 and MPEG4/AAC
    • Google local search
    • Garmin Online services - traffic, weather, fuel prices, hotel discounts, etc.
    • nuvi-like navigation on the road or in pedestrian mode
    • Email, text, and instant messaging (IM)
    • Preloaded maps of North America, Eastern and Western Europe, or both
    • Turn-by-turn, voice-prompted directions
    • Speaks the names of the streets
    • “Where am I?” feature displays your latitude and longitude coordinates, the nearest address and intersection, and the closest hospitals, police stations and gas stations.

Garmin Online service with dynamic up-to-date information:
    • Real-time traffic
    • Fuel prices
    • Stock prices
    • Sport scores
    • News reports
    • Local events
    • Weather forecasts

Google Features:
    • Gmail
    • Google local search
    • Proximity, location based search (coffee shops near me)
    • Access to millions of geo-located landmark/sightseeing photographs available through Google’s Panoramio picture sharing site

The official Garmin release is after the jump...

Sony announced GPS functionality for its Sony PSP gaming platform. While the GPS accessory was released in Japan in late 2006, this marks the "demo" launch (at CES) of the product in North America. It was simply a demo at CES, but Sony reps said they expect the product to ship sometime this year.

The GPS device will load map data from an included UMD that's region specific. Updated or additional country maps can be purchased and downloaded to a Memory Stick. The GPS will work with the older/original PlayStation Portable as well as the newer PSP-2000. Pretty amazing that the Sony PSP can now do gaming (obviously), Skype calls, and now GPS. The large screen should do nicely with GPS navigation, so TomTom and Garmin may need to be concerned since they are mostly one-trick GPS ponies. Though I doubt the first rev of the Sony PSP GPS software will include turn-by-turn text-to-speech naming of streets.

Wi2P Entertainment is developing a gaming application called Wi-Fi Army that combines GPS tracking, WiFi, cellphone, and a cellphone camera that allows you to play a game of "GPS laser tag" against other players. They claim to have used Android's ability to control a phone's GPS receiver to create the Augmented Reality game called Wi-Fi Army. You use your phone's GPS, WiFi, and Google Maps to track your opponent and shoot him. Though instead of using a laser to nail your opponent you use your camera's phone to take a picture of him.

The game figures out whether you've hit your opponent or not by recognizing the picture of him when you upload it to the Wi-Fi Army web server. Facial recognition obviously. Not sure how the server will score shots to the back of the head.

The way it works is that after registering, you can be contacted by any other player within a 300 foot radius, as the game works out your location and the location of any other players within this area. Essentially, it uses the limits of the WiFi range (300 ft) to detect other players and then sends out invites. You then select which player you want to play with, and if they accept, you're both sent pictures of each other, and the game begins, with each of you trying to be the first to take a photo of the other (effectively shooting them). Here's a video explanation:


The game software will feature a WiFi Battle Engine, Local GPS User Status, Account Upgrade Modules, and perhaps most importantly, Voice over WiFi. The site excitedly writes, "You're also able to keep up with the location of your opponent via Google Maps, which effectively turns your current location (such as a shopping mall) into a battleground. It's this that makes Wi-Fi Army an augmented reality game, turning a normal situation such as a shopping trip into a hunting game in which a previously random shopper (or more likely your friend) suddenly becomes your prey."

Here's another interesting quote:

Ethical considerations aside (do you really want to let yourself be effectively stalked by a complete stranger who may be take the whole idea of hunting down a stranger way too seriously, and not be content with simply taking your photo?!), Wi-Fi Army provides a novel use of mobile phones' location-aware abilities, and shows what can be done with location-based services when the whole mobile phone handset is opened up to software developers.

When can you get your real-world stalking game on? Well, according to Wi2P Entertainment, "Wi-Fi Army isn't released yet, but then nor is a Google Android-compliant mobile phone. As a first stab at using the potential of such an open platform, though, it shows real promise, and gives us a flavour of the type of new location-based services we can expect when Google Android handsets become available next year."

Further, they are currently working on “Phase II” of this project with Google which blends Virtual Reality with the Real World. Here's a cool conceptual example of how the game play would look like on the "Google Gphone":


Via Peter Whatanitch, lead application architect for W2Pi Studios

Tougher penalties for gadget theft was passed by the Senate. Unfortunately, it's the Philippines Senate and not the U.S. Senate. Cuz I'd like that rat bastard that broke into my rental car and stole my nuvi 350 GPS to serve life in prison if they ever catch the guy. Ok, maybe not that long. Maybe like the French proposed law which bans your from Internet access for life if caught downloading copyrighted material 3 times (3 strikes your out), we should pass a law that bans gadget thieves from ever touching a gadget ever again in their lifetime if they are caught stealing gadgets.

Forget the death penalty deterrence! Imagine the deterrence of never being able to use a gadget again. Gadget thievery problem solved!

The multi-faceted Nokia N810 internet tablet has finally arrived on store shelves. This highly anticipated Linux-based gadget has more gadgety features than you can shake a stick at - including a slide-out QWERTY keyboard, built-in GPS, digital audio/video playback, Bluetooth, camera, MP3 player and even Wi-Fi capability for surfing and VoIP calling. Like the Nokia N800 Internet Tablet, its predecessor which runs Skype (with the latest firmware), the N810 will come pre-bundled with Skype, making it one of the most powerful portable VoIP devices out there.

The Nokia N810 gives you a truly portable Internet experience that's actually useful due to its large 4.13" color wide-screen display and touchpad screen navigation. It sports a 400MHz processor, Mozilla-based Web browser, and up to 10GB of memory (which comes as 2GB of internal memory with an optional 8GB memory card combined).

Battery Life:

• Continuous usage (display on, wireless LAN active): up to 4 hours
• Music playback: up to 10 hours
• Always online time: up to 5 days
• Standby time: up to 14 days

Connectivity:

• WLAN standard: IEEE 802.11b/g
• Bluetooth specification v.2.0 . +EDR (profiles supported: HID, FTP, DUN, GAP, SPP, HSP, SAP and OPP)
• USB high speed for PC connectivity
• 3.5 mm stereo headphone plug

I like how the N810 has the camera in the front, unlike the Nokia N800 where it pops out of the side. It also features an auto-dimming screen so when you use the GPS feature in your car, it dims the screen slightly so you aren't blinded by the screen at night.


The N810's browser has a Flash 9 plugin, and supports AJAX, which I don't believe any other mobile device can do, including the iPhone. The N810 also adds support for Windows Media codecs, which gives you access to more video content on the web. Besides Skype and Mozilla, other applications supported include Rhapsody, Gizmo as well as a few games (Chess, Blocks, Mahjong and Marbles). Gizmo, a Skype competitor apparently even supports video chat on the device. Cool!

Retailers where you can buy the Nokia N810 Internet Tablet include Best Buy Mobile, CompUSA, Micro Center, and Nokia stores in New York and Chicago. The N810 is available for a suggested retail price of $479.

Garmin and Volvo have inked a deal where Volvos will seamlessly integrate the Garmin nüvi 760 onto the top of the vehicle's dashboard. Perfect, since I just bought a Volvo XC70! Of course, the dealer-fitted accessory which uses a smart mounting bracket is positioned on top of the dashboard, which is just an invitation for it to get stolen.

Voice in my head: Over your stolen GPS in Disney?

No, I'm still not over my stolen Garmin nüvi 350 in Disney World. I'm not over Macho Grande either. (Airplane 2 reference)

In any event, typically, most cars that come with the GPS option cost $2000. Garmin nuvis are relatively inexpensive ranging from $300 to $700. Garmin today announced that Volvo Cars Corporation has selected the nüvi 760 as a customized navigation solution for select Volvo cars, including the new Volvo C30 and Volvo XC70. The Volvo specific nüvi 760 will be available at dealerships across Europe and North America.

Volvo's dealer-fitted accessory kit includes the latest Garmin satellite navigation system, the nüvi 760, as well as a smart mounting bracket that is positioned on top of the dashboard.

According to the news release, "Volvo has carefully researched the optimum position of the navigation system to make sure it is easy to use yet does not distract the driver's concentration on the road. The bracket is designed specifically to coordinate with the look and style of the vehicle, and eliminates the need for exposed power cables and suction cup mount typically found on portable navigation devices." Volvo's built-in bracket easily folds down when not in use. The nüvi 760 may also be taken off the mount and moved between different cars.

Yes, well the bracket stays permanently, so I still say that's an invitation for someone to break a window even if you hid the GPS under the seat. Still, I do like how the nüvi 760 fits neatly onto the custom-made bracket, offering a quick 'plug and play' solution. It's too bad they can't cut a hole in the dashboard and with a push of a button have the GPS flip underneath the dashboard and hidden from view - ala James Bond gadgetry. Now that's what I'm talkin' bout!

Oh and if you aren't familiar with the nüvi 760, it boasts a bright, widescreen with turn-by-turn, voice-prompted directions. The nüvi 760 also includes Garmin's newest safety feature, "Where Am I." A single tap on the screen shows drivers their exact latitude and longitude position, the nearest address and intersection, and the closest hospitals, police stations and gas stations.

The nüvi 760 navigation package fits current production Volvo car models, including the new Volvo C30 and Volvo XC70. It can also be fitted to a selected number of earlier models. The nüvi 760 accessory kit for Volvo is expected to be available from early December 2007.

TopGear, a British TV production, is one of the most popular racing vehicle TV shows in the world. We Americans are forced to watch it on YouTube, unless we get the BBC channel. No biggie since the Youtube videos are commercial free (for now), giving us precious minutes back to our busy lives.

The Brits sure do love speed, but with all their road congestion, speed taps, speed cameras, etc. I've always wondered how Brits could possibly enjoy speed. Britain probably has the highest density of speed cameras in the world. Or at least it seems like it, since all the GPS forums I peruse have lots of British people looking for GPS coordinates for speed cameras and speed traps.

In any event , today I was sent an interesting study by Garmin UK about how United Kingdom roads are driving motorists to despair. And on a side note, I did receive my Garmin Nuvi 350 I won on eBay and it didn't match the serial number of the one stolen at Typhoon Lagoon in Disney World. Ah well, it was worth a shot. The unit I did receive is in great condition, has v8.0 maps (stolen Nuvi had v7.0), and only cost me $227, so I can't complain.

In any event, Garmin sent me this report titled, "End Of The Road For The Great British Drive". Interestingly, Garmin didn't pitch their GPS products or how their traffic reporting subscription can make driving in Britain a little more fun.

Check out what the interesting report says...

THE thrill of the open road is a distant memory across the nation, according to a study released today - almost half of all Brits can't name a great place to drive.

New research by YouGov for Sat Nav experts Garmin found that endless traffic jams (84 per cent), accidents (35 per cent), boring scenery (26 per cent) and confusing road signs (20 per cent) are to blame.

Garmin's Claire Carter said: "Driving in America conjures images of Route 66 and Route 1 and in Australia it's the Great Ocean Road. In Britain, we're more likely to think of the M25 and the M6. It's hardly surprising that driving in Britain is regarded as more pain than pleasure."

Endless traffic jams saw the M25 crowned the worst road in Britain to drive by almost one in three people (31 per cent).

London was voted the worst city for driving with confusing road signs, one way systems and constant road works making the experience particularly unpleasant.

In contrast, the A591 between Keswick and Lake Windermere in the Lake District was voted the best road in Britain to go for a drive, closely followed by the A82 Glasgow to Fort William in Scotland.

Garmin's Claire Carter added: "The open expanses and sweeping hillside routes of Cumbria, Scotland and Devon dominate Britain's best drives taking the top three spots in our poll. The stunning scenery, challenging twists and turns and almost traffic-free driving on these roads are ideal for an enjoyable and relaxing journey."

Former F1 driver Perry McCarthy, Top Gear's original "Stig", said: "For most of us, driving in Britain is one long traffic jam, but it doesn't have to be like that. It's easy to forget how much pleasure you can get from driving down a country road with its variety of corners, views and challenges.

"With all the headlines about congestion, speed cameras and poor road surfaces, it's easy to forget that driving can be such a positive experience."

More that one in five (22 per cent) of British men regard driving to a holiday destination as their most memorable drive - more than said their own wedding day (6 per cent).

Just one in ten men (10 per cent) reckon taking their baby home from hospital for the first time was their most memorable journey.

Sunday was voted as the best day to go for a drive by almost a quarter (23 per cent) of those polled, apart from younger drivers between 18 and 24 years old who prefer driving late at night on a weekday.

Top Ten Worst Roads in Britain
1) M25
2) M6
3) Spaghetti Junction in Birmingham
4) North Circular in London
5) Oxford Circus
6) M1
7) Hanger Lane Gyratory in London
8) South Circular
9) M62
10) M5

Top Ten Best Roads in Britain
1) A591 between Keswick and Lake Windermere in the Lake District
2) A82 Glasgow to Fort William in Scotland
3) A38 from Exeter to Plymouth
4) M48 across the Severn Bridge
5) A696 from Newcastle Upon Tyne to the Scottish Borders
6) A3 overlooking the Devils Punchbowl in Surrey
7) A1 or A167 when you see the Angel of the North
8) A537 out of Macclesfield
9) A25 from Dorking to Guildford
10) Oxford Street in London

Top Five Most Memorable Drives
1) Going on a holiday
2) Taking your baby home from the hospital for the first time
3) Going to your wedding
4) Going on a road trip with friends
5) Going on a romantic drive/date