does anyone have a good navigator/gps? that works real well, im terrible with directions and im looking for a good gps to get while driving. if anyone knows of a real good one please let me know thcs
What is the best navigation/gps for trucks?!?
Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by malael, Jun 19, 2009.
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Please check reviews from Amazon.
I have the Garmain 155W and love it. It is made for cars but works well as a trucking tool.
Microsoft Street and Trips I read is very good but it is a software program and not a GPS. -
I use the verizon VZ Navigator. Its 10 bucks per month but it is on most newer cell phones. It has truck routes and has never tried to lead me under a low bridge. It works great IMO. Only complaint is that in cities sometimes it doesnt update quick enough if the roads are very close together
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ALK Industries Copilot for Laptops (I think the newest version is 10, I'm still using 9)
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They now have 11 available
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Anybody tried 11 yet??? I'm due for an upgrade.
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I am reading and hearing rave reviews of the new Garmin Nuvi 465T Truck Gps. Costs around $500.00 bucks though.
Here is a review of this unit:
Verdict: Hands Down the Best GPS For Truckers
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Review Highlights
- Garmin's first nuvi designed for the trucking industry. Easily switches between Automobile and Truck modes
- Navigates routes based on your truck's type, load, height, weight, length, and hazardous load restrictions
- Pre-loaded with NTTS Breakdown Directory
- Lacks some of the features found on higher-end Garmin nuvi 7x5 models, but still leaps and bounds better than any other trucking-friendly GPS out there
The nuvi 465T also includes free lifetime traffic, Bluetooth wireless, speaks street names, and comes with a pre-loaded NTTS Breakdown Directory. When not driving a truck, the 465T can be put into standard vehicle mode, and functions as any other Garmin nuvi. -
I got a GARMIN NuVII. A freind of a freind bought a new Honda and it came with the car, he didnt need it, so it now is mounted on the windshield of my truck. Works fine...
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11 is on it's way out. You would serve yourself better to wait until the fall and get 12. Version 11 users will be able to upgrade at the discounted rate though.Ridgerunner665 Thanks this.
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