Magellan has introduced its new 5-inch auto GPS available exclusively at Costco, the RoadMate 5250T-LM. This premium device adds three free years of PhantomALERT Red Light and Speed Camera Warnings to high-end GPS navigation features such as Lifetime Map and Traffic Updates, Landmark Guidance, Best Parking, and much more.
The specialized information from PhantomALERT combines verified and crowdsourced data to warn drivers of red light and speed cameras. The premium upgrade included free for three years to Costco customers adds in warnings of mobile speed traps, dangerous intersections and school zones for even greater awareness and safety.
Features of the Magellan RoadMate 5250T-LM include:
Free Lifetime Map Updates – Owners can download the latest map information (up to 4 times a year) for all 50 states and Canada
Free Lifetime Traffic Alerts – Real-time, subscription-free traffic updates sent directly to your GPS unit to avoid traffic jams and other delays
3 Years PhantomALERT Traffic Camera Warnings – For three years, receive audible and visual warnings of upcoming red lights, speed cameras, and more; provided by PhantomALERT Premium
Portrait & Landscape Viewing Mode – Two viewing modes adapt to your personal viewing preference. Portrait mode provides extended view of the road ahead; Landscape mode provides an improved peripheral view of your surroundings
Millions of Points of Interest (POIs) - Includes branded and highway exit POIs to conveniently search for restaurants, hotels, gas stations, and more
Junction View and Lane Assist - Realistic images of freeway signs and arrows guide drivers to the correct lane for safer maneuvers at interchanges and exits
Landmark Guidance – Provides routing instructions using easier-to-see visual landmarks like gas stations and super markets instead of street names
Multi-Destination Routing – Users can plan their entire day or multi-day trip in one route
OneTouch Favorites Menu – Creates shortcuts to favorite destinations and searches
Best Parking – Provides parking garage locations, hours of operation and directions to the entrance
Speed Limit Warnings – Manage your speed with optional settings for visual and audible alerts
The Magellan RoadMate 5250T-LM will be available at Costco locations throughout the U.S. as well as online for $149.99.