Top 3 Technologies for Charlotte Drivers
In the Queen City, cars are king. That’s what happens when you take a quickly sprawling metropolis and put it in the heart of NASCAR country. Ask any Charlotte driver and they’ll tell you: cars aren’t just modes of transportation — they are rooms on wheels. They are members of the family.
To live in the Queen City is to drive in it, and with average commute times creeping over 20 minutes, Charlotte residents are spending more time than ever on the road. Here are three on-board technologies keeping local drivers comfy and connected:
On-the-Go Internet
Thanks to CLEAR 4G wireless coverage in Charlotte, local drivers don’t have to go off the grid every time they hit the road. Charlotte is one of only a handful of cities who have access to CLEAR 4G technology, which offers wireless Internet at speeds 4 x faster than the 3G you have on your phone. This technology essentially turns the city into one giant wireless hotspot – so you can plug a USB into your laptop and get broadband speeds in your back seat!
Navigation
It doesn’t take long for newcomers to Charlotte to feel at home. It also doesn’t take long for newcomers to Charlotte to get lost on the winding, self-intersecting roads all with the name Sharon. That’s why on-board navigation is a must-have for Charlotte drivers. GPS devices like the Garmin Nuvi and the Magellan RoadMate are local favorites, both with intuitive touch screens and detailed mapping. And unlike printed maps, navigation systems are updated in real-time to reflect the constantly evolving Charlotte landscape.
On-Board TV
Charlotte is a family-friendly town, which means SUVs and minivans packed with kids are a common occurrence on the roads. While DVD players do a great job of keeping young ones quiet in the back seat, Mom and Dad might want to add a little variety to the entertainment menu. New in-car satellite TV packages can do the trick – providing access to live TV just like you’d get at home! Check out companies like DIRECTV for mobile options that cater to passengers of all ages.