First I see Acura's new TV ad promoting traffic aware navigation, and now this: BMW has announced that select 2007 models (the 3-series, 5-, and 6-series models, as well as the X5, M5, and M6) will include real-time traffic information in their navigation systems. More proof that GPS navigation and real-time traffic are showing up on consumers' radar.

Traffic data will be provided by Clear Channel's Total Traffic Network, with coverage in 44 major US cities. Already own a fancy-pants BMW ride with the navigation package (you extravagant bastard!)? The traffic service update will be free to you for the next four years.

More details available via ClearChannel's website