The new models - right-hand-drive...
The new models - right-hand-drive versions of the 1-Series and 3-Series - were heading from North Lincolnshire to Bracknell, Berkshire. First to spot them was Matt Austin, of Broughton, North Lincs. He snapped this picture at the same hotel where 15-year-old Harry Cadwallader spied the 6-Series cabrio featured in issue 775.
This is because the...
This is because the unit contains data from the Michelin Guides. The firm’s restaurant listings are among the best around... but what about the sat-nav – can it do the job, too?
Things begin well, as the system offers one of the best screen mounts we have come across. It’s easy to stick to the glass thanks to the large, threaded turn screw, and remains very secure once installed.
Our only niggle is that fitting the power lead can be tricky. Once switched on, how÷ever, the X970T was up and running in seconds and had a consistently strong signal. It picked up 10 satellites on a few occasions – an Auto Express test record.
The 3.5-inch screen is really clear, while directions come through audio and visual aids, although the computerised voice can soon become irritating. Still, this kit will show you what brands of fuel are available nearby, and it has an integrated FM tuner, which can receive and interpret traffic information from radio stations.
Congestion is flagged up on screen, so your route can be planned around it, and the system offers alternatives if problems arise while you are on the road.
ViaMichelin X970T sat-nav, price: ÷£279, rating: 3/5, buy from: 020 7365 1878, www.viamichelin.co.uk