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I want to buy a GPS,but I don't know which is better.can you tell me a good one?
I want to buy a GPS
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gearjammer
jammer
I have the garmin nuvi 680 for the most part it works great, its my second on the first was a cobra 4000 which was a piece of crap
Cerberus
In God We Trust
cobra is such crap now. always trying to tell you to turn around or it updates so slow or it tries to take you the long way down roads that aren't big enough for a bike. btw the way i have a cobra gps not being used and it is updated. anybody want to take it off my hands? it works great and is dead on with directions. :whistle: .
patriciajnsn
Steering Wheel Holder
I don't have GPS but I do know a driver that got his GPS at the Petro for $300.00.He says that's the best investment he's ever made.I myself will stick with maps and the phone.
I had a Garmin Nuvi 350 and it included "truck" for routing. It was pretty good really, but didn't warn me of low clearances. It just quit acquiring sattelites one day, so I snagged a Tom Tom One XL, which was AWESOME.... for a car!
Looked at a Cobra 5000(I think) too, but passed on that because it lacks truck routing and seemed rather pricey.
We went looking for something better, with true truck routing and about a month ago, found what we wanted, just over-sized and over-priced. First, I got the PC download system, but really didn't wanna go with that due to space constraints and having to spend extra for the laptop mount/stand.
Ended up pulling into the next TS(a pilot) and found one of these... GPS Truck Routes: WorldNav 7200 Deluxe Truck Routing 7" GPS
It has more features than I intend to use, and cost me about $600.00+ tax. So far, I have found quircks too, like the time it needs to find directions(it actually has a restriction check phase). And when I miss an exit, or it thinks I did, it takes too long all over again, to recalculate. When near major highways with crossovers and large bridges or tunnels, it quickly gets confused, so you best either know your way or plan your route even using the GPS.
I was heading from Jersey City to Miami last week and told it to route me around tolls. According to the mapping, the additional distance was only about 5 miles, so I went with it. Then it got confused and I had to loop around a couple times to get back on track. Once on I-95 south, it told us many times to take exits off of 95... We weren't about to do that because we had a stop in Orlando 1st, so our plan was to go I-4 west, then 27 south. Once I made the 1st stop, it decided I was correct to use 27 as it not only avoided tolls, but was just as quick as the FL TP.
Looked at a Cobra 5000(I think) too, but passed on that because it lacks truck routing and seemed rather pricey.
We went looking for something better, with true truck routing and about a month ago, found what we wanted, just over-sized and over-priced. First, I got the PC download system, but really didn't wanna go with that due to space constraints and having to spend extra for the laptop mount/stand.
Ended up pulling into the next TS(a pilot) and found one of these... GPS Truck Routes: WorldNav 7200 Deluxe Truck Routing 7" GPS
It has more features than I intend to use, and cost me about $600.00+ tax. So far, I have found quircks too, like the time it needs to find directions(it actually has a restriction check phase). And when I miss an exit, or it thinks I did, it takes too long all over again, to recalculate. When near major highways with crossovers and large bridges or tunnels, it quickly gets confused, so you best either know your way or plan your route even using the GPS.
I was heading from Jersey City to Miami last week and told it to route me around tolls. According to the mapping, the additional distance was only about 5 miles, so I went with it. Then it got confused and I had to loop around a couple times to get back on track. Once on I-95 south, it told us many times to take exits off of 95... We weren't about to do that because we had a stop in Orlando 1st, so our plan was to go I-4 west, then 27 south. Once I made the 1st stop, it decided I was correct to use 27 as it not only avoided tolls, but was just as quick as the FL TP.
oa_smallfry
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Absolutely it's the best tool around nowdays if used right. When I lost my daycab job the end of last year, I had alot of tripreward points built up from staying in hotels all week long. When I started this job, I bought the cheapest Garmin, the Nuvi 200, for basically $25 difference ($229 @ the time).
With this job, I deliver alot of waterheaters from DC to Maine. I do alot of NJ and NY because it pays so well. It also helps to have a "fairly regular" customer base). Anyway, I'm getting sidetracked. When I depart, I always set my garmin to my destination, then use my maps to check truck routes as much as they'll show. Then I call the customer to have them give me their truck route directions (so far, they all know what they're talking about, shocking, I know). Then I set up a via point in my GPS to force it to take me via a specific street, alot of the time it will then take the same route the customer gave. It's really handy driving in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, or NJ just being able to see how far to the next turn and what street you'll be turning, especially in rain, snow or fog. Also when you're enroute, it will give you updated ETA to arrival and actual driving miles to destination.
Over all, the stress of going into the city is greatly reduced by having one less thing to obsess on. Now if they'd just legalize guns in trucks again, I'll be worry free (yeah right. That's going to happen)
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One of my buddies has the Copilot Laptop for trucks, and said that he was getting to trust it - right up until it brought him up to an 11' bridge. For the most part it's great, but you cannot lost common sense and map reading abilities.
Another has the Garmin 550c with Truck routes. He says the same that has been said above. It has directed him onto non-truck routes and up to low bridges if he'd let it. This why I went cheap, and it works just as well.
semipenguin
Member
I have a Garmin nuvi. Can't remember which model it is. It has a small screen.
It works great for me. It doesn't show the truck routes, but that's what good trip planning is for.
Sometimes I get on routes that are not on my GPS and it goes crazy...
I took it on the plane with me when I went out to San Diego. On my way back to Kansas City, it says the top speed was 602 MPH...
It works great for me. It doesn't show the truck routes, but that's what good trip planning is for.
Sometimes I get on routes that are not on my GPS and it goes crazy...
I took it on the plane with me when I went out to San Diego. On my way back to Kansas City, it says the top speed was 602 MPH...
PC*MILER Navigator, powered by CoPilot, is coming out at the end of the month. Looks interesting...PC*MILER Truck Routing Software: ALK Technologies. I've heard copilot is a good tool, now that they're making a self contained unit, this may be the one we've been waiting for.
"
All-In-One GPS for Truck Drivers
PC*MILER Navigator,
powered by CoPilot, is changing
the way commercial truck drivers work, making
it possible for spoken street-level directions
to be generated anywhere within seconds.
It’s the first GPS navigation system
specifically designed for company drivers,
owner operators, and leased operators and
the only way to get industry standard
PC*MILER directions in the cab. PC*MILER
is used by more than 22,000 motor carriers,
shippers and logistics companies around
the world.
Navigation Features
PC*MILER Routing:
Practical, Shortest, 53'/102''
Trailer, HazMat, National Network and Toll Avoidance
13' 6'' height, 48' length, 80,000 pound weight
and 96'' width restrictions
Large, clear 4.3’’ touch screen display
Truck-specific, loud spoken Dock-to-Dock directions
throughout the U.S. and Canada
Easily detours around unexpected congestion and
avoids specific roads
Optimizes up to 50 stops
Miss a turn? With fast automatic route recalculation,
drivers will never be lost
Truck stops, rest areas, weigh stations plus 6 million
additional Points of Interest
Easy-to-see Driver Safety Screen; flexible and clear
2D and 3D map views
Pre-installed software and map data, works out
of the box
Driver & Fleet Benefits
Reduces out-of-route, empty and deadhead mileage
Reduces fuel costs
Improves driver efficiency and dispatcher productivity
Helps avoid costly fines and vehicle damage
Provides accurate pick-up and delivery times
Safe and stress-free driving on truck-legal roads
Improves operational consistency with PC*MILER
in the cab and back office
Truck-Specific Map Dat
a
794,000 highway miles and 7+ million streel-level miles
140 million nationwide U.S. street addresses
30 million nationwide Canadian street addresses
Over 850,000 miles of truck restrictions (e.g. bridge
heights, load limits, left-turn and dangerous turn
restrictions, urban road classifications)
TECHNOLOGY THAT DRIVES TRANSPORTATION
TM
PC*MILER Navigator
430
Driver Safety View
Specifications
Processor:
Samsung ARM9 400MHz
Operating system:
Windows® CE .NET 5.0
Memory:
64 MB RAM, 2 GB flash ROM
Dimensions:
5'' (W) x 3¼'' (H) x ¾'' (D)
Weight:
8 oz
Display:
4.3'' TFT widescreen touch display
480 x 272 pixel resolution
Anti-glare
GPS:
Internal SiRF Star III GPS antenna
Audio output:
Built-in 2W speaker
Earphone jack
Battery:
Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery
Capacity: 1150 mAH
Navigation time: 3 hrs (average)
Standby time: 180 hrs (average)
Expansion slot:
Supports up to 4GB SD memory cards
Entertainment:
Supports standard audio, video and
photo files
Additional Features and Benefits
Text-to-Speech:
Provides spoken Dock-to-Dock directions
with street names in a natural and clear voice for handsfree
truck-legal navigation
Load profitability:
Preview trips before hitting the road.
Analyze trip cost, time and pay to make smart load choices,
with HOS break times factored in
Customize vehicle dimensions:
Enter the exact height,
weight, length and width of the vehicle for optimal routing.
(Maximum values are: H 13'6'' ; L 53'; W 120''; Weight:
132,000 lbs.)
Warnings:
If a driver turns onto a restricted road, a warning
appears on the screen and the best alternative route is
automatically calculated
Improves driver retention and recruiting
For Pricing Information Contact PC*MILER Sales
Tel: 800.377.6453 ext 1 Email: [email protected] Web: Business Solutions from PC*MILER: ALK Technologies
What’s Included:
●
All-In-One
GPS Device
●
Windshield mount
●
Truck charger
●
Wall charger
●
Quick start guide
HazMat Routing Options
Automatic Truck Restriction Warnings
Haul More. Earn More.
Say, those of you who use copilot for laptops, how good are they?
"
All-In-One GPS for Truck Drivers
PC*MILER Navigator,
powered by CoPilot, is changing
the way commercial truck drivers work, making
it possible for spoken street-level directions
to be generated anywhere within seconds.
It’s the first GPS navigation system
specifically designed for company drivers,
owner operators, and leased operators and
the only way to get industry standard
PC*MILER directions in the cab. PC*MILER
is used by more than 22,000 motor carriers,
shippers and logistics companies around
the world.
Navigation Features
PC*MILER Routing:
Practical, Shortest, 53'/102''
Trailer, HazMat, National Network and Toll Avoidance
13' 6'' height, 48' length, 80,000 pound weight
and 96'' width restrictions
Large, clear 4.3’’ touch screen display
Truck-specific, loud spoken Dock-to-Dock directions
throughout the U.S. and Canada
Easily detours around unexpected congestion and
avoids specific roads
Optimizes up to 50 stops
Miss a turn? With fast automatic route recalculation,
drivers will never be lost
Truck stops, rest areas, weigh stations plus 6 million
additional Points of Interest
Easy-to-see Driver Safety Screen; flexible and clear
2D and 3D map views
Pre-installed software and map data, works out
of the box
Driver & Fleet Benefits
Reduces out-of-route, empty and deadhead mileage
Reduces fuel costs
Improves driver efficiency and dispatcher productivity
Helps avoid costly fines and vehicle damage
Provides accurate pick-up and delivery times
Safe and stress-free driving on truck-legal roads
Improves operational consistency with PC*MILER
in the cab and back office
Truck-Specific Map Dat
a
794,000 highway miles and 7+ million streel-level miles
140 million nationwide U.S. street addresses
30 million nationwide Canadian street addresses
Over 850,000 miles of truck restrictions (e.g. bridge
heights, load limits, left-turn and dangerous turn
restrictions, urban road classifications)
TECHNOLOGY THAT DRIVES TRANSPORTATION
TM
PC*MILER Navigator
430
Driver Safety View
Specifications
Processor:
Samsung ARM9 400MHz
Operating system:
Windows® CE .NET 5.0
Memory:
64 MB RAM, 2 GB flash ROM
Dimensions:
5'' (W) x 3¼'' (H) x ¾'' (D)
Weight:
8 oz
Display:
4.3'' TFT widescreen touch display
480 x 272 pixel resolution
Anti-glare
GPS:
Internal SiRF Star III GPS antenna
Audio output:
Built-in 2W speaker
Earphone jack
Battery:
Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery
Capacity: 1150 mAH
Navigation time: 3 hrs (average)
Standby time: 180 hrs (average)
Expansion slot:
Supports up to 4GB SD memory cards
Entertainment:
Supports standard audio, video and
photo files
Additional Features and Benefits
Text-to-Speech:
Provides spoken Dock-to-Dock directions
with street names in a natural and clear voice for handsfree
truck-legal navigation
Load profitability:
Preview trips before hitting the road.
Analyze trip cost, time and pay to make smart load choices,
with HOS break times factored in
Customize vehicle dimensions:
Enter the exact height,
weight, length and width of the vehicle for optimal routing.
(Maximum values are: H 13'6'' ; L 53'; W 120''; Weight:
132,000 lbs.)
Warnings:
If a driver turns onto a restricted road, a warning
appears on the screen and the best alternative route is
automatically calculated
Improves driver retention and recruiting
For Pricing Information Contact PC*MILER Sales
Tel: 800.377.6453 ext 1 Email: [email protected] Web: Business Solutions from PC*MILER: ALK Technologies
What’s Included:
●
All-In-One
GPS Device
●
Windshield mount
●
Truck charger
●
Wall charger
●
Quick start guide
HazMat Routing Options
Automatic Truck Restriction Warnings
Haul More. Earn More.
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Say, those of you who use copilot for laptops, how good are they?
oa_smallfry
ronandfezfans.com
1unclejojo
Member
oa_smallfry
ronandfezfans.com
What really sucketh, I saw the Walmart pre-Black Friday commercial advertising my Garmin Nuvi 200 for $97.00; I bought mine for $229 (sort of).
FlatBroke
Well-Known Member
Yes, and it is the only way I will do it. I don't need no fancy gadget to tell me to turn in 50 feet.
I use both and it helps greatly. When I have trouble finding a shipper/reciever and can't use the CB, the GPS at least tells me I'm nearby my address. And oddly, it happens. I've had "store deliveries" my last 2 trips and they're not well marked. My GPS got me within a couple turns without any need to call for other truckers to help. In these cases, most drivers surely never had to make any drops there, so they wouldn't have been able to help much.Yes, and it is the only way I will do it. I don't need no fancy gadget to tell me to turn in 50 feet.
While it's hardly perfect, I do recommend my WorldNav to anyone interested in newer technology. Besides, I can also watch DVD's on it!!!
I actually found this feature very helpful in some areas where those dang street signs had been knocked down and the directions weren't very good to begin with, LOL.Yes, and it is the only way I will do it. I don't need no fancy gadget to tell me to turn in 50 feet.
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