Tom tom sat navs

Satellite navigation, or sat nav, systems have changed the face of modern motoring offering drivers access to information on the go at the touch of a button.Sat nav systems, which use the GPS global positioning system to pinpoint a vehicles location before referencing this against mapping software to be able to provide drivers with detailed directions, are a must for most motorists, helping them to avoid the pitfalls of travelling in unknown areas such as missed motorway exits, wrong turns and other unplanned detours.

One popular provider of aftermarket in car satellite navigation systems is TomTom. Tom sat navs are available in a range of models offering something to suit the specific needs of every driver. Tom tom sat navs start at the more basic entry level, with products such as the TomTom Start models which combine streamlined design and functionality with an ease of use that make them accessible to all. The Start Regional, the  TomTom Start Europe or the TomTom Start Europe “I’d be lost without you” models all offer simplified menus IQ Routes software and optional Start Skins as well as the latest map guarantees and an Easy port Mount for fast and simple in car installation.

Moving up the Tom sat navs range are the TomTom One IQ Routes systems. These Tom tom sat navs come in regional (UK and Ireland) or Europe editions and also offer the added benefit of an advanced lane guidance feature that helps ensure drivers are always best placed for the next necessary road manoeuvre. The One IQ Routes range also features the XL and XXL models which offer drivers a choice of 4.3 or five inch widescreen display respectively.

With a range of interactive options also available to anyone who opts to buy a unit from the Tom tom sat navs range, some driver may prefer to opt for a Tom tom Go model which supports a range of subscription based additional functions.

The TomTom Go 550 Live, TomTom Go 750 Live and the TomTom Go 950 Live all come with a connection to the companies Live service which provides a range of road user services, from HD traffic alerts, safety camera notifications and even on the road fuel prices info, more reasons to buy Tom tom sat navs.

Opting for any of the TomTom Go models also offers drivers access to the innovation eco-routing feature that  lets eco-conscious motorists opt for the most fuel effect route between two point thus reducing their carbon footprint.