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Many new cars today come with built-in navigation systems, but a lot of frustrated new car owners just use their phones for directions, according to a new survey. And more than half of people with built-in navigation systems never used them at all, according to the survey.
Do all cars have GPS?
Many vehicles today are equipped with a car GPS tracker that uses the global positioning system (GPS) and cellular networks to monitor and report the precise location of the vehicle.
How much does GPS tracker cost?
GPS devices typically range from $50-$150 in price, aside from the subscription/contract/service fee. Devices that cost in the low end of that range can still give you reliable tracking with great features.
Is a navigation system on a car a cost?
If the car has a monitor and a navigation system installed that will cost you extra that increases the cost of the car. The maps inside the system need to be periodically updated which will cost $100-$200. If you use a phone to link with your car than the cost of the phone could be considered a cost.
The cost for the needed trim level can be $1,000 or more and will normally include an upgrade to the touch screen radio. Sometimes, the trim level will include navigation. If the trim level includes navigation, your decision is really based on the other features included in the trim level. You are getting navigation for “free.”
Do I need a phone car charger for my navigation app?
Battery drain: Running a navigation application on a smartphone can sometimes take a toll on its battery, which makes carrying a phone car charger more important. It can also be an added cost if you don’t already have a charger.
How much does a GPS subscription cost?
Subscriptions for navigation programs run between $10 and $30 per month, but some form of GPS is included if you’re spending money on a smartphone data plan from your carrier. Smartphones usually come with navigation tech in the form of Google Maps, Bing or Apple’s soon-to-be-released mapping system.