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Wednesday, September 5, 2001
Rand McNally 2002 Road Atlas is Internet Ready
Rand McNally has unveiled its new 2002 Road Atlas, which allows
users to access travel information and custom road trip planning
on the company's website.
The new edition features Express Access Codes on its pages.
By typing an Express Access Code on the randmcnally.com homepage,
2002 Road Atlas users will have access to profiles of U.S.
states and Canadian provinces, cities, Best of the Road trips,
and a mileage calculator. The profiles, compiled and written by
Rand McNally, include information on National Parks, things to
do, places to stay, current road construction, weather and
travel tips.
``Millions of travelers rely on Rand McNally to plan their
trips before they leave and when they're on the road. Now
those millions of customers will be able to quickly use
randmcnally.com with their Road Atlas to plan their road
trips,'' says Michael K. Hehir, president and CEO of Rand
McNally. ``We're using the Internet to take our best-selling
Road Atlas to a new level - offering travelers the best of
both worlds in print and online.''
Another new feature in the 2002 Road Atlas is the debut of the
Rand McNally Best of the Road awards program, designating
top stops along select trips that Rand McNally editors deem
to be ``worth a drive.'' The 2002 Best of the Road program,
also featured on randmcnally.com, honors 29 food venues,
shops, events and attractions highlighting regional road
trips in the United States and Canada.
The 2002 Road Atlas also includes other new and updated features:
- Thousands of map updates, including new interstate exit
numbers on the Pennsylvania Turnpike;
- Road construction zones highlighted on state and city maps;
- 30 Cool and Unusual Events in 2002, such as a Rattlesnake
Roundup in Texas;
- Road Safety Tips and Facts, including how to reach emergency
help via mobile phone if 911 is not available.
Rand McNally & Company, founded in 1856, is a
provider of mapping, routing and travel solutions for consumers
and businesses via print, software, the Internet and handheld
devices. In addition to publishing the flagship Rand McNally
Road Atlas, the company operates 28 Map & Travel stores across
the United States and provides online travel services at
randmcnally.com. The company includes Thomas Bros. Maps and
Rand McNally Canada and also creates geographic information
for reference and education.
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