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Would love to own one of these. Have been viewing them in the shops and wondering which model and size to buy. Does the size matter for viewing or do you tend to rely on the voice prompts when driving?

The major car navigation brands have been working nonstop to develop more untuitive car navigation units. There are entry level models with very few features which are designed to be very easy to use for people that are not particularly computer literate.

Drivers may wish to consider a larger display if eyesight is a consideration. The key is to enter your destination before you start driving. Look for a device that ‘speaks’ the street names in the instructions and you will quickly find that you are able to rely on what you hear and will only need to glance at the display for confirmation from time to time.

If you buy a quality branded product you will quickly learn to trust its instructions and also that they are very forgiving, so that if you miss a turn, it will patiently guide you to the next safe option to return you back on your path. Driving with a map book and looking for street signs as well as managing the vehicle and traffic is probably more stressful.