Michelin introduces France map for iPad

If you’re planning a late summer driving trip to France, and your driving companion’s name starts with the ninth letter of the alphabet, then Michelin has perhaps just what you need. Following the success of the ViaMichelin Traffic application for iPad, the company has launched the first iPad map of France. The 2011 Michelin France map is available for download from the iTunes App Store.

 The tyre maker says the 2011 Michelin France map has been optimised for the iPad screen and enables users to access three scale settings (1:1,000,000, 1:275,000 and 1:200,000) so they can easily move about, zoom in on maps and refine their searches. A rapid search function for specific cities is available and the map also uses geolocation technology to show hotels and restaurants from the Michelin guide, as well as tourist sites selected in the Michelin Green Guides. To facilitate easy use, the iPad map uses the same graphic standards and same symbols as the printed Michelin maps. All map data is embedded in the iPad, which means no internet link is necessary and users can save on roaming costs.

The 2011 Michelin France is available in five languages (English, French, German, Italian and Spanish) and can be downloaded for £7.99.