subject: A Brand New Sat Nav Is The Ideal Gift For Drivers [print this page] If you're struggling to decide what to buy someone for Christmas this year, there are a huge range of high-tech gadgets out there that make ideal presents. If your special someone travels a lot, or is mad about having all of the latest stuff, then consider getting them one of the new sat nav models that have recently been released.
Most people will have owned their current sat nav for a while now, which means they may be missing out on some of the great new features included on updated models. Live photos of traffic up ahead, information on empty parking spaces at your destination, and up-to-the-minute data on petrol prices in your area are just some of the high-tech features that manufacturers like Garmin and TomTom are using to ensure their ranges are brought into the 21st century.
The majority of sat navs sold nowadays include a year's free subscription to these fantastic live services, which can then be carried on for an affordable cost after the first 12 months is up.
In addition, most modern sat navs feature improvements on older models such as better lane guidance, sometimes featuring real photos to help you pick the right lane well in advance of reaching the junction. Anyone with an old sat nav who has ended up in the wrong lane at a busy junction at rush hour will agree that this is a welcome benefit!
Before you purchase a sat nav, consider whether the person you are buying it for only ever drives in the UK, or if they sometimes drive abroad. If the answer is the latter, then make sure you opt for a UK, Ireland & Europe model so they can use it if they are visiting the Continent.
If you're unsure exactly which features and benefits you should be on the look out for when buying a sat nav, there are plenty of reviews and articles online that should point you in the right direction. The best retailers will also be able to explain the advantages of different models that they sell, and some can even demonstrate the GPS system to you if you pop along to your local store.
There are also lots of sat nav accessories available to buy that will act as great stocking fillers. These include cases, sun visors and chargers that will complement your newly bought sat nav and come in handy when out on the road.
