Abstract: A vehicle navigation system communicates with a remote navigation server to download turn-by-turn command information via a mobile phone communication channel. After the mobile phone is disconnected from the remote server, an on-board transceiver module generates turn-by-turn command information to the vehicle operator in voice and/or visual form.

Abstract: A cable strap is provided for securing a cable to a panel. The cable strap comprises a flexible strap having a buckle at one end for reception of the other end of the strap to secure the cable strap to the cable. An improved fastener is provided on the outer surface of the strap for securement to a panel. The fastener includes a cup-shaped base from which extends a prong structure including rearwardly extending barbs. A flexible web is provided between each of the barbs and its respective prong to prevent splaying of the barbs after insertion through an opening in a panel.

Abstract: A cable strap is provided for securing a cable to a panel. The cable includes a tubular sheath having longitudinally spaced apart annular grooves on the outer surface thereof. The cable strap comprises a flexible strap having a buckle at one end for reception of the other end of the strap to secure the cable strap to the cable. A fastener is provided on the outer surface of the strap for securement to a panel. Teeth are provided on the inner surface of the strap to engage the tubular sheath and prevent rotation or movement longitudinally of the sheath with respect to the cable strap.