Automotive GPS Navigation Devices

Tek Guides for Auto GPS Navigators

Automotive GPS Navigator Buyers Guide

Because there are lots of differing reasons for people to purchase GPS navigator for their car, there is a matching wide variety of features and functionalities available. Our guide provides a comprehensive overview of what you need to know.

A Brief Global Positioning System (GPS) Technology Overview

NAVSTAR GPS (Navigation Signal Timing and Ranging Global Positioning System) commonly referred to as the Global Positioning System (GPS) was developed by the United States Department of Defense. GPS uses satellites and ground equipment to determine position anywhere on Earth. At least 24 satellites are operational at all times. Unlike paying an Internet Service [...]

Traffic Message Channel (TMC) Traffic and Travel Information for GPS Navigators

garmin nuvi 2x5 series featuring Traffic Message Channel (TMC)

Traffic Message Channel (TMC) is an extra paid service which delivers information about traffic conditions to suitably equipped GPS navigators including heavy traffic, delays, accidents, road works, black spots and speed cameras. When integrated into route calculations traffic information gives a driver options for alternative routes to avoid delays saving time and fuel. [...]

MSN Direct Traffic and GPS Location Based Services

MSN Direct will bring location based services information direct to your GPS unit. It’s available in 100 of the largest cities across the United states (check MSN Traffic service coverage). Traffic reports and other information is sent to your GPS navigator through an FM signal. An MSN Direct Receiver can come built into [...]

Recent Auto GPS Reviews

SecureHold Dash Mount Review

The SecureHold Dash Mount for GPS navigation devices such as TomTom, Garmin and Magellan is a relatively heavy beanbag type of dash mount. It has a four leaf clover shape with the base being non-slip. The GPS device is held by an adjustable clamp which can accommodate an extensive variety of GPS navigator sizes and shapes. The clamp is mounted on a 360 degree rotating head at the end of a double-jointed adjustable neck which allows for suitable adjustment of the navigator display viewing angle.

Garmin Mobile PC Software

Garmin’s Mobile PC software converts a laptop or tablet PC into a GPS navigation device if combined with a GPS receiver which can be built-in or an add-on from Garmin, or another manufacturer. Users often comment that the navigation interface is like a big nuvi which gives it an intuitive feel right from the initial two option screen asking Where to? and View Maps.

TomTom XL 340TM 4.3 inch GPS Navigator with Lifetime Traffic and Map Updates

TomTom XL 340TM with LIFETIME Maps and LIFETIME Traffic

TomTom’s XL 340TM features a larger 4.3 inch widescreen (WQVGA - 480 x 272 pixels) for easier viewing of navigation information compared to smaller screen navigators. The inclusions which are making the XXL 540TM the most popular of the XXL 540 series are the LIFETIME Maps guarantee for four new editions of your TomTom map each year and, LIFETIME Traffic which updates the TomTom navigator every three minutes of traffic delays to avoid.

TomTom XXL 540TM 5 inch GPS Navigator with Lifetime Traffic and Map Updates

TomTom’s XXL 540TM features a very large 5.0 inch widescreen display which has 33 percent more viewing viewing area which makes viewing the navigation interface easier. The inclusions which is making the XXL 540TM the most popular of the XXL 540 series are the LIFETIME Maps guarantee for four new editions of your TomTom map each year and, LIFETIME Traffic which updates the TomTom navigator every three minutes of traffic delays to avoid.

Magellan RoadMate 5045 5 Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Traffic Review

Magellan’s RoadMate 5045 GPS navigator is an easy unit to use with a huge 5 inch display contributing ease of reading of the navigation interface. Magellan’s Free Lifetime Traffic Updates inclusion is an attractive offer. There suite of navigation tools is well rounded and key features include; multi-destination routing, highway lane assist, built-in AAA TourBook and a database of 6 million of Points of Interest (POI).

Magellan RoadMate 2035 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Traffic Review

The Magellan RoadMate 2035 is a model in Magellan’s 2000 line of portable vehicle GPS navigators for 2010. As the flagship model it has a host of premium features topped by a large 4.3 inch touch screen display with Auto Night View for the best color and contrast for easy night viewing. Magellan have offered excellent value by combing free lifetime traffic updates with the built-in traffic receiver helping drivers avoid traffic jams, detours and construction zones. Other key features include; multi-destination routing, spoken street name guidance, highway lane assist and the built-in AAA TourBook providing ratings and descriptions on AAA approved places to stay, play, dine, and save.

Magellan RoadMate 2045 4.3 Inch Widescreen Bluetooth GPS Navigator Review

The Magellan RoadMate 2045 is the flagship model of Magellan’s 2000 line of portable vehicle GPS navigators for 2010. As the flagship model it has a host of premium features topped by a large 4.3 inch touch screen display with Auto Night View for the best color and contrast for easy night viewing. Magellan have offered excellent value by combing free lifetime traffic updates with the built-in traffic receiver helping drivers avoid traffic jams, detours and construction zones. Other key features include; multi-destination routing, spoken street name guidance, highway lane assist and the built-in AAA TourBook providing ratings and descriptions on AAA approved places to stay, play, dine, and save.

Mio Moov R303 3.5 Inch Vehicle GPS Navigator Review

The Mio Moov R303 is an inexpensive GPS navigator with a reasonable range of navigation features. Key features include text-to-speech for spoken street names, lane guidance, predictive keyword search, speed alerts, pre-loaded U.S. Maps and four million Points of Interest (POI).

Magellan RoadMate 3045, 3045-UM and 3045-LM 4.7 Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigators Review

The Magellan RoadMate 3045 is one of Magellan’s 3000 portable GPS navigator series. It has a wide range of features headed by a large 4.7 inch touch screen display which is 17 percent larger than the more common 4.3 inch screen. Auto Night View ensures the best color and contrast for easy night viewing. Other key features include; a traffic receiver, highway lane assist, highway exit POI, text-to-speech, multi-destination routing and the built-in AAA TourBook.

Mio Moov R403 4.3 Inch Vehicle GPS Navigator Review

The Mio Moov R403 GPS navigator features a 4.3 inch anti-glare widescreen display for easier map and navigation menu viewing. Other key features include text-to-speech for spoken street names, lane guidance, predictive keyword search, speed alerts, pre-loaded U.S. Maps and four million Points of Interest (POI).