VICS Information
VICS information is road traffic information provided by VICS.
VICS provides information tailored to the needs of drivers, including information on traffic congestion, traffic restrictions, and parking.
It also provides information on weather and natural disasters.
* Some features are available only for car navigation systems compatible with VICS WIDE.
Three Media
FM multiplex broadcasting (including VICS WIDE), Radio wave beacons (5.8 GHz) / ETC 2.0, and infrared beacons
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Traffic Congestion Information
Users can check for information on whether various roads are congested, crowded, or clear.
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Travel Time Information
Users can check the time it will take to reach their destination.
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Traffic Restriction Information
Users can check for information on road closures, speed restrictions, lane restrictions, etc.
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Traffic Hindrance Information
Users can check for information on accidents, broken down vehicles, and hazardous debris on roads.
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Parking Lot Information
Users can check the locations of service areas and parking areas nationwide, as well as the real-time status of parking space availability.
FM Multiplex Broadcasting
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Weather Warnings and Emergency Warnings
VICS provides information whenever official emergency warnings are issued regarding weather, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, etc.
FM Multiplex Broadcasting VICS WIDE -
Heavy Rain Area Information
During heavy rain, the rainfall area is displayed on the car navigation system as a polygonal shape overlaying the map.
VICS WIDE -
Emergency Information
VICS provides information whenever traffic restrictions due to heavy snow and J-Alert information are officially issued.
FM Multiplex Broadcasting VICS WIDE -
Event-Related Traffic Restriction Notices
VICS displays restricted areas that are scheduled during events.
VICS WIDE