# In-Dash Weathermen BMW's Precipitation Radar Adds Weather Reports to GPS Console By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-05-24 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-precipitation-radar References: [motorauthority](http://www.motorauthority.com/new-gps-system-from-bmw-steers-drivers-away-from-bad-weather.html) The introduction of [BMW](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-x-airconsole)’s Precipitation Radar GPS system into their new German automobiles might make a Bimmer a road warrior’s next best friend. The on-board precipitation radar automatically updates the GPS console with [real-time weather information](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wayther) every 15 minutes for both your current location and your destination. According to [Motor Authority](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nascar-experience), the BMW Precipitation Radar is meant to specifically benefit drivers of convertible cars and those who live in or are traveling to areas hit by hail storms. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Real-time Weather Updates:** The integration of real-time weather information into GPS systems offers opportunities for businesses to create innovative applications and services that help users make informed decisions based on current weather conditions. - **Automotive Weather Technology:** The development of in-dash weather radar systems in automobiles presents opportunities for the automotive industry to enhance driver safety and provide a more personalized driving experience. - **Weather-responsive Navigation:** The incorporation of weather data into GPS consoles allows for the creation of weather-responsive navigation systems, enabling drivers to choose optimal routes based on current weather conditions. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can explore partnerships with weather technology providers to integrate advanced weather radar systems into vehicles, improving driver safety and convenience. - **Technology:** The technology industry can capitalize on the demand for real-time weather updates by developing innovative applications and solutions that integrate weather data into various devices and platforms. - **Travel and Tourism:** The travel and tourism industry can leverage weather-responsive navigation systems to provide personalized travel recommendations, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable travel experience for customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Connected Cyclist Radar Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bryton-gardia-r300l.md) - [Smart Parking Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radar-vision-parking.md) - [Weather Forecasting Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rainy-skies.md) - [Connected In-Car Gaming Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-x-airconsole.md) - [Impact-Detecting Car Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmmpr-one.md) - [Weather-Metric Robot Taxis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotaxi-1.md) - [Hyperlocal Weather Forecasting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rainbow-weather.md) - [Intelligent All-in-One Weather Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intelligent-weather-station.md) - [Virtual In-Car Tour Guides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tourguide.md)