What is an automotive GPS? It is a cool sleek and slim
auto navigator that will fit in your pocket or purse. GPS
(global positioning satellite) technology has come a long,
long way. The cool new car GPS navigation systems are
affordable and very portable. The really great part is it
can be used in any car, truck, SUV and even a motor
home.
Why Buy Car GPS Navigation Systems?
Up till now we all had to deal with cumbersome maps. You
fumble to unfold them, then squint trying to figure out
exactly where you are. Then squint some more and keep
turning the map around more to figure out where you're
going. And naturally, you can't ever get those maps folded
up again!
Besides, trying to figure out the map directions to your
destination while actually driving down the road is just
unsafe. And who likes to try to find a place to pull over
in the dark to try to read the map?
With a GPS, maps are a hassle of the past.
Backseat Drivers Do Not Apply
No one has to be a backseat driver and make a fuss about
stopping and asking for directions.
All you need to do is pick an intersection or one of
your favorites and when it appears you can just touch Go,
and the GPS will navigate you to your destination.
The GPS has a very simple touch screen plus when you
turn it on the first thing you hear is "Where To?" Some of
the options are view map or you can enter an address. Or
maybe you have some saved points of interest (POI) that you
discovered and saved for future reference.
We got a New Kid in Town
This cool new "big kid's toy" is preloaded with maps and
is ready to go right out of the box. You wonder how
something this jamb-packed with information cannot have
some kind of monthly subscription. But there is not
one!
It's so easy to look up addresses for homes or
businesses. You can also look up your favorite restaurants
and recreation. There are listings for shopping and
airports, too. Don't forget attractions! Banks, ATMs, gas
stations and your favorite hotels are available all across
the country.
Just press Go and you will get voice command directions.
And although it is not a good idea to read them while
driving, across the top of the screen you also get clear
directions. There are no "well I think" or "maybe a left
on" -- you will get clear accurate directions instead.
Can You Say "Customize"?
Make the navigational aid uniquely yours by customizing
it. For example, add your very own pictures so when you
power on your navigational aid and the startup screen will
display it. You will like the custom vehicle icons that you
can set to your favorite.
Anyway you look it travel navigational problems of the
past are indeed now in the past. Once you try a GPS while
driving, you'll say "no more maps!" and you'll want car GPS
navigation systems with you always!