Navman has added AA Live Traffic to its latest range of in-car GPS navigation units.

AA Live Traffic broadcasts real-time traffic information and sends alerts directly to the GPS unit notifying of incidents on a proposed route as well as suggesting an alternative to bypass the problem. The alerts include a description of the incident, location of the affected area, expected delay, and expected time of arrival.

However, AA Live Traffic is currently only available in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. And you've actually got to cough up an extra $149 to get the service on all but the top-of-the-line MX500XT model ($649). Other units include the MY30 ($299), the MY50 ($399) and the MY55 ($499)