Archive for the ‘GPS Systems’ Category

RV GPS Systems

March 6 | Posted by Ben | GPS Systems

Automobile GPS systems do not track things like height limits, weight restrictions and hazardous materials restrictions. RV users relying on such devices have found at times their GPS units have steered them wrong.  Truck GPS systems have appeared from several manufacturers in the last couple years.  This is good news for many RV owners as these units have many features... Read more

Loading custom POI files on your Garmin

June 4 | Posted by Ben | GPS Systems

In order to load custom POI (Point of interest) files onto your Garmin GPS unit you will first need Garmin’s POI loader. The software is Free and can be downloaded from the Garmin website (Garmin.com). You should be aware that custom POIs do not behave the same as built-in POIs. Custom POIs will not show up in the category listing such... Read more

A GPS Receiver for your RV

May 4 | Posted by Ben | GPS Systems

When you are towing a new fifth wheel or Driving a class A, knowing exactly where you are going can be important. It can be difficult at times to be spontaneous with a forty foot RV. In recent years trip planning got a whole lot easier with computerized street atlases and GPS devices. The spontaneity was back if you were... Read more

Advanced GPS Features

April 4 | Posted by Ben | GPS Systems

You can purchase several GPS units that will do an efficient job of taking you from one place to another for under $300-400. Here are a few advanced options that could add several hundred more to the price tag. Waypoints. Unit allows you to specify multiple destinations. Device then takes you from one to the next. Multiple destination routing. Unit will plan... Read more

Magellan Crossover GPS

February 4 | Posted by Ben | GPS Systems

The Magellan Crossover GPS is the world’s first pocket-sized GPS built for driving on the highways, hiking the wilderness, sailing the open ocean or fishing thousands of lakes. The idea of the Crossover GPS is a great one, and the Magellan Crossover is sure to be a good choice for many. However, before you go out and buy one... Read more

What to look for in a basic Automotive GPS

March 14 | Posted by Ben | GPS Systems

Prices of basic or entry level automotive gps units have dropped dramatically in the last couple of years. At the same time they have become faster, easier to use and more accurate. As a result sales have exploded. Yet to most people the vast array of models, features and prices is a bit overwhelming. Here are the most important features... Read more