BMW Australia has launched an interactive speed limit information system which displays the limit applicable to your current location in the instrument cluster or Head-Up Display.

The Speed Limit Information System operates in conjunction with BMW’s Navigation System Professional and will be standard fitment in BMW’s 760Li, 750Li and 750i models later this year. Buyers of other 7-Series models as wells as 5-Series Gran Turismo, 5-Series Sedan and 5-Series Touring can order the system as a $700 option. 

BMW says the system works via a camera fitted near the interior rear view mirror which monitors roadside signs and variable speed limit signs. The system then compares this information with data saved in the navigation system.

According to BMW, speed limits which are temporarily changed – such as school zones or road works – are detected when there is a road sign.

“This technology is a first for the Australian market, and typifies the approach BMW takes in respect to development of cutting-edge technology solutions,” explained BMW Australia’s Managing Director Stavros Yallouridis.