there is a saying that goes, "good things come in small packages" and such a statement is true when going on a road trip. By having a GPS receiver, the odds of getting lost or making a wrong turn are reduced thus making the driver get there safe and sound.
A good example of this is the Garmin NUVI GPS System. This is about 5 inches in width and 3 inches in height which is slightly bigger than a cellphone.
It has a colored display that can be viewed in two or three-dimensional perspectives. There are some preprogrammed with maps on board and those who don’t want to follow the directions can customize it. If the user is looking for a particular street but can't find it, perhaps it is time to go online so it can be found and then uploaded into the unit.
This handheld device is compatible with Bluetooth devices like those commonly found on PDA's and cellphones. It would be a good idea to get a headset when talking with people so the hands are on the wheel and the eyes are on the road.
A warning is good but providing an alternate route is much better. The Garmin NUVI 660 has this feature. It can alert the driver if there are bottlenecks up ahead due to an accident or construction and even when bad weather's ahead. When such an announcement has bee made, you just press on the screen to select from the options.
This handheld device has a rechargeable battery that is good for three to seven hours.
This varies because it comes with an MP3 player, an audio book player and a picture viewer making it also a mini entertainment system that can be connected to the car's stereo instead of just giving the user directions of where to go.
Cars can be stolen and the chances of seeing it again are close to zero. The chances of seeing this again share the same odds but at least it has a lock system rendering it useless.
The price tag for the Garmin NUVI 660 is $900. This can be purchased from the store or online and though it may cost a lot given its many features, this is a good buy for those who frequently hit the road