GPS, global positioning system, is the newest car toy to own. Gone are the days of fumbling through a gas station road map while you mumble about not being lost. Since there are a few companies that manufacture GPS units its best to know what features each one has so you can choose accordingly.

There are several navigators that are available from the brand Magellan RoadMate, but today we’re going to be paying special attention to the Magellan RoadMate 1470. All GPS units pull together satellite signals to triangulate your position and to help you figure out where you are, directing you through an small screen interface and turn by turn voice directions. This can let you drive much more safely and it’s fun, too!

When you are on the road and you need to find a place in an area that you are not comfortable with navigating, the Magellan RoadMate 1470 is right at your side. It comes out of the box ready to use, and the kit to set everything up is simple. As soon as the tracking signal is active, you are going to start getting the information that you need.

Most GPS devises mount on your dash so you can see them easily. The Magellan RoadMate is no different. Once you place the device on your dash you can adjust to your comfort. With turn by turn directions and a clear screen you will wonder how you ever survived without it.

It comes with a 4.7 inch color touch screen; it’s also very thin so it doesn’t take up a lot of dash space. Pre-loaded maps for The United States, Canada and Puerto Rico are included so you can forget about buying three different atlases. Also included are 6 million points of interests or POI’s. These are places that are recognized by other travelers like gas stations, hotels, ATM’s and restaurants.

The touch screen ability allows you to find a familiar place in any city you are traveling to or driving around in. With the voice command you can be sure to make the correct turn and avoid u-turns, unless it says so. This feature allows you to keep your eyes on the road and avoid a potential accident because you would normally be looking for an address.

Another great feature that the Magellan RoadMate 1470 has is that you can type in a destination. With this device on your side, you may never need to worry about missing a turn or being late due to being lost again. The light on your Magellan RoadMate 1470 will change for higher contrast in the dark, and traffic alerts help you shave time off of your trip.

With an investment of just around 200 dollars, you can become a more confident driver who never gets lost again. You’ll find that the Magellan RoadMate 1470 comes with a car adapter and everything in in that you need to get started. Get in on the GPS craze today; it’s not going anywhere, and you’ll be much better off!