Best GPS
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I wouldnt. The app states that it is not optimized for Trucks. My Swift Qualcomm does a good job of routing me properly the majority of the time. I have my own personal Rand McNally TD720. I also have a RM Motor Carriers Atlas. The combination of those 3, plus using Google Maps Satellite View, always gets me to my destination. Don't try to rely on only 1 source for your directions.
Qualcomm:
Omnitracs (a.k.a. Qualcomm) is a satellite-based messaging system with built-in GPS capabilities built by Qualcomm. It has a small computer screen and keyboard and is tied into the truck’s computer. It allows trucking companies to track where the driver is at, monitor the truck, and send and receive messages with the driver – similar to email.HOS:
Hours Of Service
HOS refers to the logbook hours of service regulations.
The route finder in Trucker Path is only good to find a route, then check out the truck stop's on the route. I wouldn't use the "GPS" for anything else.
I do keep the TP map open, though. When it's set to stay on your location, you GET a "big picture" of the area your driving through, and your real GPS shows to the road & turns.
Do you have any suggestions for which type of road atlas I should buy. Bought to head out to orientation and am required to bring with me. Thanks
I wouldnt. The app states that it is not optimized for Trucks. My Swift Qualcomm does a good job of routing me properly the majority of the time. I have my own personal Rand McNally TD720. I also have a RM Motor Carriers Atlas. The combination of those 3, plus using Google Maps Satellite View, always gets me to my destination. Don't try to rely on only 1 source for your directions.
Qualcomm:
Omnitracs (a.k.a. Qualcomm) is a satellite-based messaging system with built-in GPS capabilities built by Qualcomm. It has a small computer screen and keyboard and is tied into the truck’s computer. It allows trucking companies to track where the driver is at, monitor the truck, and send and receive messages with the driver – similar to email.HOS:
Hours Of Service
HOS refers to the logbook hours of service regulations.
Well, Sam, as for yer paper book type road Atlas, it really does come down to a choice between the Rand McNally Motor Carriers' Road Atlas paper edition or the Rand McNally Deluxe Motor Carriers' Road Atlas that's spiral bound and has laminated pages (so you can write on 'em).
The laminated one is better, but pricier. Check at truck stops or on line for cheaper-than-list-price.
Well, Sam, as for yer paper book type road Atlas, it really does come down to a choice between the Rand McNally Motor Carriers' Road Atlas paper edition or the Rand McNally Deluxe Motor Carriers' Road Atlas that's spiral bound and has laminated pages (so you can write on 'em).
The laminated one is better, but pricier. Check at truck stops or on line for cheaper-than-list-price.
^^^^ DELUXE ONE - worth every penny.
Way more durable - plus you can write on the laminated pages with grease pencil and wipe them off.
Rand McNally themselves have the 2017 deluxe for $39.99 - amazon has them for $49.
http://store.randmcnally.com/maps-and-atlases/motor-carriers-road-atlases/2017-deluxe-motor-carriers-road-atlas.html
Rand charges $7.95 to ship USP ground. Amazon Prime (which I pay for to get free 2nd day, and Prime Video Streaming) is free shipping. I'll probably order mine from Amazon - as the $2.00 isn't gonna kill me either way.
Since I have to order a pair of boots from Amazon anyways...
Rick
Dm:
Dispatcher, Fleet Manager, Driver Manager
The primary person a driver communicates with at his/her company. A dispatcher can play many roles, depending on the company's structure. Dispatchers may assign freight, file requests for home time, relay messages between the driver and management, inform customer service of any delays, change appointment times, and report information to the load planners.
Well, Sam, as for yer paper book type road Atlas, it really does come down to a choice between the Rand McNally Motor Carriers' Road Atlas paper edition or the Rand McNally Deluxe Motor Carriers' Road Atlas that's spiral bound and has laminated pages (so you can write on 'em).
The laminated one is better, but pricier. Check at truck stops or on line for cheaper-than-list-price.
Yeah. I got my Deluxe one used from Abe Books. So it's a year out of date. The number of road changes is insignificant, and I bet it's still more up to date than the Qualcomm GPS!
Qualcomm:
Omnitracs (a.k.a. Qualcomm) is a satellite-based messaging system with built-in GPS capabilities built by Qualcomm. It has a small computer screen and keyboard and is tied into the truck’s computer. It allows trucking companies to track where the driver is at, monitor the truck, and send and receive messages with the driver – similar to email.
Rick, I am glad to hear I have an Amazon Prime partner in crime here on TT. I rarely darken the doors of brick and mortar Department Stores any more.
Well, Sam, as for yer paper book type road Atlas, it really does come down to a choice between the Rand McNally Motor Carriers' Road Atlas paper edition or the Rand McNally Deluxe Motor Carriers' Road Atlas that's spiral bound and has laminated pages (so you can write on 'em).
The laminated one is better, but pricier. Check at truck stops or on line for cheaper-than-list-price.
Thanks Errol appreciate ur help.
And for those who think you no longer need the paper, I beg to differ. I had just,started running nights with my trainer asleep in the back. We were headed to Maine up I90. I should have taken I271 around Cleveland, but, following my GPS, I took I71 INTO Cleveland. This was a very bad thing. Those of you who have been there know what I'm talking about.
Since then, I do my routing with the qc, GPS, and the Atlas. At the beginning of each run, and before driving each night. Makes your life so much easier.
HOS:
Hours Of Service
HOS refers to the logbook hours of service regulations.OWI:
Operating While Intoxicated
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Does anybody know if can use the GPS on the trucker path app? Thanks