Auto Navigation Systems Offer Unparalleled Assistance
Auto Navigation Systems Offer Unparalleled Assistance
In this day and age of personal assistants, personal
shoppers, personal chefs, and all too personal personals it only makes sense
that now we have what is jokingly (in many cases) referred to as a personal
navigator. Many newer cars, particularly luxury models, are beginning to offer
auto navigation systems to drivers as incentives to purchase or as part of
luxury packages and upgrades. The idea of that little extra security and luxury
is quite appealing to many drivers, especially those of us who could get lost
in the mall parking lot if exits weren't clearly marked.
The truth of the matter is that even if you elect not to pay
the premium upgrade costs that car makers are adding to the price tag for the
luxury of those devices it is quite possible to have the protection and peace
of mind that auto navigation systems afford drivers on even the most meager of
driving budgets. Facts are facts and getting lost costs time and money while
stopping to ask for directions is a risk in and of itself. If you spend a lot
of time on the road you really can't afford not to have some sort of
navigational device to assist you in getting safely and securely to your next
destination.
If the fact that you can purchase these devices rather
inexpensively isn't enticing enough for you, I should add that most are quite
simple to install yourself. Many of them require nothing more than the ability
to stick a suction cup to your windshield and plug an adapter into a cigarette
lighter. I did mention that installation was simple didn't I? For those who
would rather have a more elegant look in their automobiles you are perfectly
free to pay a lot more for an in dash system and installation by professionals.
You can occasionally get a good deal on installation if you purchase an auto
navigation system from certain retailers.
You should keep in mind however, that in dash systems tend
to cost a great deal more than those you install yourself and you can't take
them with you when you sell or trade the car. For these kinds of systems you
need to consider the value to you verses the value improvement to your vehicle.
Will the in dash system raise the value of your car when you are ready to trade
in your car or will it make no real difference in the value of you car? If the
answer to that is no, then it may be a poor decision from a financial point of
view. However, if having a system that isn't part of the dash will lower your
perceived value of your automobile then it is a worthy investment. Ultimately,
you are the only one that can determine whether this is worth the price and the
investment.
If you decide not to go with an in dash auto navigation
system you might be delighted to know that there are a world of options
available to you. Not only do you have the stand-alone navigation systems that
are already loaded with all the data and information necessary to operate but
you may also choose software and hardware that can be added to your PDA or
laptop as well as handheld navigational units that can be upgraded to operate
as mapping units in addition to basic GPS units.
When all is said and done you must decide which type of auto
navigation system you want for your car and your lifestyle. Decide what your
actual navigation assistance needs are and choose the device and assistance
that is best for your family. If you've ever been hopelessly and utterly lost I
believe you will agree that there really is no price too great to pay in order
to never experience that feeling again. I know I am perfectly willing to pay
top price for my personal navigation assistant, though I will continue to
search for the best possible bargain for my navigational dollar.
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