Does this have route options like incluce/exclude freeways or toll roads etc?
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Cant say 1st hand as I sent this GPS to a friend. But when I tested it I found it has many functions & capabilities, so I'd assume that it would.
1795254
When you enter the route you want, the unit will show you one route. You can only change the route by adding way points. I wish it would give you at least one more option to choose from, but this unit doesn't.
803505
No, but it gives choices of routes, and you can program it to avoid certain roads and road types (such as no toll roads), fastest route, shortest route. I haven't looked at the route choices yet. I have not had an issue with either of my Garmin GPS units not getting me to my destination; so I usually just let it take me, unless I decide as I'm driving to change roads, then it just re-routes based on the road I am currently on. You could also plot a via point to force it to go a certain way, which I have done with my older unit.
795632
Yes, but it only appears when it's giving you details about your route (like lanes, ramps, etc...)
1974512
No. It's only good for free lifetime map updates. You'll have to get the next one up that gives you traffic updates.
1081670
Yes. Generally traffic is accurate but not 100%. Auto rerouting is surprisingly helpful.
1536341
Please read Chip Rodgers' response. I just wanted to add a little to it. I discovered that I can modify the route simply by pressing on the detour button.
1586222
You will have the option of choosing several types of routes. You can set it up the way that is best for you.
596046
not quite like google maps' traffic layer on android/iphone, but yes there is traffic info. the navigation recommends alternate routes that you can preview & accept, or ignore at times traffic gets heavy
20631
You may have toll roads checked off in the avoidances part of the settings.
352015
Yes, it does. It has about four ways to choose, one of them is "fastest" which uses main highways.
1494787
No, it doesn't show the buildings. Sometimes shows the highway, usually when there is multiple complicated lanes.
872437
Yes, it allows you to avoid types of roads as well as specific roads and specific areas. It is easy to do and is done on the screen by touching the areas in question while in the avoid command mode.
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Hi Early - No, Streets and Trips will not generate routes based on truck restrictions (No Truck Roads). Many truckers do use the software for planning regardless. There are 'tools' available that will help in planning routes for your big rig...the link below for instance is part of a discussion at LaptopGPSworld.com that talks about the 'POI Mega File' that includes - among other things - a low bridge heights listing. http://www.laptopgpsworld.com/2595-poi-mega-file-pushpin-collections-truckers-rvers-other-travelers#post20736 Of course - as a professional driver, you know you are ultimately responsible for adhering to road signage and staying off 'No Truck' routes....there are Software Packages - such as ALK CoPilot - that generate routes based on truck restrictions...but even these packages can never be 100%. Streets and Trips is a great low cost tool - I suggest trying a post to other truckers at www.laptopgpsworld.com. You'll also find free training at www.mypointsales.com Hope this helped!
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i am too searching for a GPS that can do RV routing.i want to be able to take interstates and avoid parkways but mine only has option for "No highways" and we had to climb this mountain once which we almost didn't make it.Hope there is something out there for us.most of the sites i have searched doesn't tell you the route options available.
1123933
Yes. But, you would have to enter a city on the alternate route. You can enter multiple stops.
618333
Yes, you can select fastest time, shortest distance, most use of freeway, least use of freeway & avoid toll roads.Before buying, I went to Magellan's site & downloaded the user manual for the model (I usually do this as part of my decision process); that helped me to decide.