Best GPS For Price
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Don't forget TomTom. I've been using a TomTom "Go Expert Plus" for years. Add that to your options. (I prefer TomTom to figure maps over Google maps even when I'm driving in unfamiliar cities.
I have always used Rand. Stay away from the tablet versions. They are user freindly but after a few years start acting crazy. Usually because of a power cord issue.
Their newest 740 which has been out a few years tends to loose signal and says searching for gps.
Rand used to stand behind their products very well, however no more. They told me since the pandamic they only to warranty replacements.
I won’t buy anything else from them.
OOS:
When a violation by either a driver or company is confirmed, an out-of-service order removes either the driver or the vehicle from the roadway until the violation is corrected.
My only experience is with a Garmin and I like it. I got one that doubles as a dashcam so one less thing to have on my windshield. I think the model I have is OTR710dezl.
OTR:
Over The Road
OTR driving normally means you'll be hauling freight to various customers throughout your company's hauling region. It often entails being gone from home for two to three weeks at a time.
Doubles:
Refers to pulling two trailers at the same time, otherwise known as "pups" or "pup trailers" because they're only about 28 feet long. However there are some states that allow doubles that are each 48 feet in length.
Thanks for the help and input guys. Definitely some good thoughts of different brands. Still haven’t decided what I’ll go with but I’m going to wait and see if any go on sale that I’d be willing to try out. I’ll only be using it primarily for a HUD map that will just always be there while I drive and the occasional “where’s the next truck/rest stop” search.
While OTR I ended up only trusting Garmin. I found the RM electronics don't last. Since coming off the road I have been using the Hammer app on my phone. We switch between 4 trucks and it would be a pain to constantly hooking up a gps and taking it with me at the end of each shift. I like the Hammer app, I don't pay for it, you don't have to. You can define your truck, put your hazmat in it. It shows truck stops along the way. I would say try it. If you're doing line haul , you will probably learn your routes after a while. I go to the same places all the time, so I rarely need the GPS.
HAZMAT:
Hazardous Materials
Explosive, flammable, poisonous or otherwise potentially dangerous cargo. Large amounts of especially hazardous cargo are required to be placarded under HAZMAT regulations
OTR:
Over The Road
OTR driving normally means you'll be hauling freight to various customers throughout your company's hauling region. It often entails being gone from home for two to three weeks at a time.
Line Haul:
Linehaul drivers will normally run loads from terminal to terminal for LTL (Less than Truckload) companies.
LTL (Less Than Truckload) carriers will have Linehaul drivers and P&D drivers. The P&D drivers will deliver loads locally from the terminal and pick up loads returning them to the terminal. Linehaul drivers will then run truckloads from terminal to terminal.
All this is very great feedback. Have a buddy who has a box of 5 RM's, they aren't built to last. Garmin is the best value. Hammer is a good back up if the GPS glitches and freezes.
While OTR I ended up only trusting Garmin. I found the RM electronics don't last. Since coming off the road I have been using the Hammer app on my phone. We switch between 4 trucks and it would be a pain to constantly hooking up a gps and taking it with me at the end of each shift. I like the Hammer app, I don't pay for it, you don't have to. You can define your truck, put your hazmat in it. It shows truck stops along the way. I would say try it. If you're doing line haul , you will probably learn your routes after a while. I go to the same places all the time, so I rarely need the GPS.
HAZMAT:
Hazardous Materials
Explosive, flammable, poisonous or otherwise potentially dangerous cargo. Large amounts of especially hazardous cargo are required to be placarded under HAZMAT regulations
OTR:
Over The Road
OTR driving normally means you'll be hauling freight to various customers throughout your company's hauling region. It often entails being gone from home for two to three weeks at a time.
Line Haul:
Linehaul drivers will normally run loads from terminal to terminal for LTL (Less than Truckload) companies.
LTL (Less Than Truckload) carriers will have Linehaul drivers and P&D drivers. The P&D drivers will deliver loads locally from the terminal and pick up loads returning them to the terminal. Linehaul drivers will then run truckloads from terminal to terminal.New Reply:
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Hello all, I am starting out on my first OTR linehaul job this coming week and was looking at getting a GPS. I've looked at the Rand and Garmin units and both seem to have their own pros and cons. I'm looking for opinions based on personal experience i.e user friendly, practicality, features, etc. Also not trying to spend $500 on my first unit if possible so if there's recommendations on refurbished or sale sites please do! Thanks!
OTR:
Over The Road
OTR driving normally means you'll be hauling freight to various customers throughout your company's hauling region. It often entails being gone from home for two to three weeks at a time.
Linehaul:
Linehaul drivers will normally run loads from terminal to terminal for LTL (Less than Truckload) companies.
LTL (Less Than Truckload) carriers will have Linehaul drivers and P&D drivers. The P&D drivers will deliver loads locally from the terminal and pick up loads returning them to the terminal. Linehaul drivers will then run truckloads from terminal to terminal.