[OSM-talk] do we have a map feature for this? :)

[Igor Brejc]

Stefan Baebler wrote:
> On Mon, Feb 25, 2008 at 1:38 PM, Alex S. <maps at swavely.com> wrote:
>   
> The lorry version of the same device would probably cost 10x as the
> regular car system. Truckers on the budget will opt for the cheapest
> device as long as there is no significant penalty for getting stuck
> between the trees.
>   
>   
I think we cannot make an idiot-proof navigation system :)
http://www.weeklygripe.co.uk/a169.asp
http://blog.taragana.com/index.php/archive/satellite-navigation-responsible-for-increased-accidents/
http://www.pcworld.com/article/id,141180-page,1/article.html

It's still the driver who has to use his brains, since he controls the 
driving wheel. At least until something like this takes over: 
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Darpa_challenge

Maybe reading this should help: 
http://www.theaa.com/motoring_advice/safety/satnav-tentips.html

Igor

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