Guys, never have your wife tell you to stop and ask for directions! To avoid a possible argument read this article. A GPS is one of the finest travel accessories available. Regardless of your need and your budget you can find the right GPS for you. There are many brands and makes on the market - Garmin, Magellan, Astar, Amcor, etc. You can buy new units as well as used and reconditioned ones, which have warranties, and these are generally very affordable. One can spend hundreds of dollars on the GPS depending on individual needs. There are portable ones which can be carried in your hand as well as those to fit on your dash or even on your motorcycle. Of course many of the more expensive cars today have the GPS built into the dash.

All GPS systems offer built in maps of the United States, many with maps of Canada, as well as Europe. Screens differ in size but even the 3.5" touch screen provides adequate viewing and as well as voice instructions. It is to your advantage to have one which speaks to you telling of turns, intersections, etc. Many have a reroute function to use if you are caught in a traffic jam or a wreck. You can choose a male or female voice to give directions in several languages. Many GPS units have the ability to download more updated maps which has the obvious advantage.

On long trips you may need entertainment other than your radio during your drive, and many GPS devises come equipped with stereo, a MP3 player or an FM transmitter and can be played through your car stereo or a Bluetooth. Some connect to MSN direct service for weather updates, traffic reports and a host of other things. Of course, this feature has a monthly service charge.

Your GPS helps you find service stations, restaurants, theaters and a host of other things. When in an unfamiliar area this feature will prove invaluable. Recently I was in Kansas City wanting to eat some of their famous steaks. Being unfamiliar with the city, my GPS gave me a list of Steak Houses and after choosing one, directed me to the front door. This is a lot better than trying to follow a map or stopping to ask for directions.

The GPS, depending on the features, receives signals from a number of satellites insuring that your directions are always accurate.

I would not begin a long trip to unfamiliar territory without my GPS and the next car I buy will have the feature built in!

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