Now days just about everyone has GPS navigation Systems of some kind. Before only the few that could afford expensive luxury vehicles were able to obtain mobile navigation, but now with the advances in technology just about everyone can afford some form of navigation. Listed below are some of the pros of having a factory navigation system.
Integration-
With larger screens and the available voice command functions, your ride has become much safer. No more taking your eyes off the road to look and tiny screen. The voice command feature allows you to keep your eyes and both hands on the wheel. Integrated navigation units also come with a variety of added features such as USB, ipod/iphone jacks, hard drives and even audio video outputs.
Warranty-
The factory installed unit naturally is covered under the vehicles warranty, no worries there.
Security-
Factory navigation units come with a theft resistant system that will disengage the unit if compromised, making in unusable for the person attempting to steal it. The factory look of the units deters criminals by way of not looking flashy. Thieves are attracted to things that look added or “not factory”.
Resale-
When selling your vehicle having the factory navigation is definitely a plus. It adds value and “resale appeal” to the vehicle.
Cons
Price is always the deciding factor in most people purchases. The cost of having and integrated nav system is high, between 1000 and 3000 dollars.
The other drawback is pretty obvious; you are not able to take it with you! It is only useable in your vehicle while driving.
This list of pros and cons should help you to decide on what type of navigation best suits your lifestyle. Cost, performance, look and safety are the keys things to consider when shopping for and purchasing a factory navigation unit.
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