When I first took home my trusty Ford Fiesta, I was overwhelmed by the amount of technology at my fingertips – sat nav, reversing sensors, MP3/iPod connectivity, onboard trip computer – the list was endless. To be honest, it all seemed a bit excessive at the start… little did I know it would actually turn me into the world’s worst driver.
British actor Brian Blessed has recently signed a contract with satellite navigation manufacturer Tom Tom, meaning drivers will soon be able to hear his unmistakable voice shouting directions at them from their Tom Tom Sat Navs.
The actor, best known for his Shakesperean performances on stage and his role at Vultan in the classic 1980′s film Flash Gordon, has recorded 57 basic commands, as well as six ‘special catchprases’ for the sat nav firm.
