Sat Nav traffic updates?

Question

I'm thinking of getting sat nav, not because I need to be told how to get to work everyday, but becuase of the constant traffic jams.

Many of them talk about traffic updates, but what I would like to know is does that mean planned roadworks or is it a constantly updating system that shows congestion due to accidents and traffic getting clogged up?

If it is 'live' and can show the best route home, are they really that good, or are they like the radio traffic reports where by the time its been reported, you're already stuck in it?

Which make is the best for what I'm looking for?

Thanks in advance.

Answer 1

I have one & i didnt even know they did that.

Answer 2

it is not a free thing-you pay a monthly fee for that service-it also is not in all areas. better and cheaper just to listen to the radio. i do have nav but does not have realtime traffic.

Answer 3

Your better off listening to the radio as you drive home for traffic reports, or to look on the relevant council website before you leave work for information on road works.

Answer 4

I got Nav traffic updates, Its not worth it. If and when you get info on the road you are on, its to late or very old news. better to listern to the traffic reports on the radio.