Garmin sat navs

An in car satellite navigation system is a must for the modern driver. Providing clear and concise directions to a chosen destination at the touch of a button, satellite navigation devices, or sat navs, help eliminate the stresses that can be caused by errors such as missed motorway exits, wrong turns and other unplanned detours.

Satellite navigation systems, such as Garmin sat navs, use the GPS global positioning system in order to pinpoint a vehicle’s location through the triangulation of satellite signals. This information is then referenced against mapping software allowing the systems to offer a driver turn by turn guidance to their designated destination.

Garmin is a popular producer of in car satellite navigation systems and the best Garmin sat navs are some of the most popular models on the marker. The Garmin sat navs range offers a wide range of models with varying levels of features and functions to ensure that there is something to suit every drivers needs and budget.

At the entry level of the Garmin sat navs range are the Garmin nüvi 1200, featuring an ultra-thin pocket design, with preloaded UK and Ireland maps and the nüvi 1210, which offers the same features plus Bluetooth wireless technology - allowing drivers to make safe and legal hands free calls while on the go. Moving up the Garmin sat navs range are the nüvi 1240 which also features a text to speech function allowing the announcement of street names to aid driver orientation. The 1240 even offers an eco-routes function where eco-conscious drivers can opt for the most fuel efficient routes between two points, thus reducing their carbon footprint. The Garmin sat navs nüvi 1300T model is a widescreen in car unit featuring preloaded UK and Ireland maps and also offering premium subscription to live traffic alerts. This model also includes a lane assist feature to ensure drivers are always correctly positioned for the next necessary road manoeuvre.

The nüvi 1310, also a widescreen in car unit, offers Bluetooth, text to speech and even  speed camera alert feature keeping drivers up to date on road sections where other motorists may brake or slow suddenly. Drivers wishing to travel across the channel can opt for the nüvi 1340 Garmin model or the nüvi 1340T - both of which come preloaded with maps for Western Europe, while those wanting to make use of the best Garmin sat navs in other areas can opt for the nüvi 1370T which features European, US and Canadian mapping programmes.

The nüvi 1390T and 1490T offer those driving on the continent comprehensive mapping as well as pan-European travel alerts while the nüvi 1490T model offers most features of the nüvi range coupled with the additional extra of a mobile TV feature on a full five inch display screen.

Garmin sat navs are available to buy in store or online from the best electrical retailers, and drivers can compare consumer reviews online as well as looking for the best deals at the cheapest prices.