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I don't often endorse products on my blog, but let me tell you something, if you do lots of long distance driving or consider yourself geographically challenged while behind the wheel, you should really consider buying yourself a GPS navigation system.

Driving to Atlantic City last week was much easier because of it. Aside from a visual display of the roads and intersections you encounter, it also provides voice prompts for when it's time to make a turn or take an exit ramp. A voice will tell you, "After 800 metres, turn right" for instance, and it will follow up with a second voice prompt telling you exactly when you should do it. And it will even tell you if you should stay in the left or right lane after you make these maneuvers.

There are no additional subscription fees to pay once you acquire your GPS unit. All you have to do is enter your starting address followed by your destination and it takes care of the rest. I'm never a big fan of driving in areas that I'm not familiar with, especially in big metropolitans with 8-lane highways to navigate. It's all a breeze with this device.

And the price is pretty reasonable. You can get a decent unit for between $150-$200, and most devices include maps for both Canada and the USA. Not too shabby at all! SBP recommends a GPS navigation system for you!