Garmin navigation for new Benz cars
Garmin International announced that Daimler AG would be installing the Garmin navigation system in all its future Mercedes Benz models.
Matt Munn, Garmin’s managing director for automotive OEM, said being selected by Daimler is a testament to Garmin’s growing capability and product quality in the auto OEM space.
“We are honoured by Daimler’s confidence in Garmin and look forward to working with them to deliver an exceptional navigation experience for the world’s most discerning drivers,” Munn said.
Building upon Garmin’s easy-to-use interface, advanced navigation functionality will be seamlessly integrated into the Mercedes Benz infotainment systems to provide an efficient and intuitive experience. In addition to displaying navigation and maps on the in-dash display, users will have access to important driver information, such as next turn, at a glance on a second display, positioned behind the steering wheel.
The Mercedes Benz infotainment systems also allow users to control navigation functions through the system’s rotary controller or via voice command functionality. Furthermore, Garmin’s next-generation navigation software will provide critical positioning information for Advanced Driver Assistance (ADAS) functionality of the vehicle to assist drivers in challenging situations.
Garmin’s automotive OEM group utilises the company’s long-standing experience in user interface and hardware design from its automotive, avionics and marine segments to develop innovative in-car navigation, telematics and infotainment systems. Garmin’s broad range of in-vehicle electronics for the automotive industry includes full infotainment and telematics systems, navigation software, location-based services, and integrated portable navigation systems. Garmin has dedicated automotive OEM offices throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia.
