Interactive multi-functional gps system

An interactive learning apparatus for use in a vehicle, comprising:

• a network disposed in a vehicle to enable communications between various devices in the vehicle;
• a GPS unit operably coupled to the network for providing vehicle positioning data to various devices in the vehicle;
• a computer operably coupled to the network which can receive GPS data and based upon this data implements interactive learning programs for a vehicle user;
• and
• a display device coupled to the network for displaying interactive learning program information to a vehicle occupant in accordance with GPS location data provided by the GPS unit.

A method for interactive learning in a vehicle, the steps comprising:

• using a network disposed in a vehicle to enable communications between various electronic devices in the vehicle;
• receiving GPS data from a GPS device;
• processing an interactive learning program based upon received GPS data;
• displaying the interactive learning program to a vehicle occupant;
• and
• receiving commands from the vehicle occupant directing the interactive leaning program.