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Guide Picks - Top 4 Dash-Mounted GPS Units
When choosing between a handheld or a dash-mounted GPS, keep in mind your primary use. Do you prefer a one that will remain in your vehicle; primarily used when you're driving? Or do you think you might use a GPS at other times as well, such as hiking, biking, or boating? If you simply have one thing in mind: Getting yourself from point A to B when you're driving, then a dash-mount GPS is for you.
1) Garmin StreetPilot III
Portable automotive GPS navigation system with electronic map capabilities. It goes a step further by offering turn-by-turn navigation and voice prompting.

2) Garmin StreetPilot ColorMap
Detailed electronic maps & easy to read color screen, brings satellite navigation to any vehicle. If you don't need voice prompting you'll save several hundred dollars over the StreetPilot III.

3) Magellan 750NAV
This is the same system used in Hertz' successful "NeverLost" program. Expect to pay $1700-$2000 for this unit.

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4) Lowrance GlobalMap 1600
Built-in, triple-layered, custom Lowrance background map with enhanced detail of North American waters, shorelines, and highways. Greatest detail on U.S. inland lakes, shorelines, and rivers.

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