Essential Software Downloads for Your Car or RV

Cars and RVs aren’t items that you would automatically associate with software downloads but due to advances in technology over the last decade there are now many devices that can be used in conjunction with your vehicle and require some form of software download in order to function correctly.

Update the Maps and Software on Your GPS

So for example the most obvious software download you should consider is if you use a GPS device in your car such as a Garmin or a TomTom.  Luckily it is possible to download Garmin Nuvi map updates and TomTom maps as well from the respective manufacturer websites.  Once you’ve got the latest maps you will be ready to go – and some of them are even free including the Garmin Nuvi update for new owners. 

ecoRoute HD for Economical Driving

If you do own a GPS then there’s a free software download from Garmin that let’s you measure how economically you are driving.  It shows miles to the gallons economy and lets you drive with more knowledge on how to use the accelerator and gas pedals to conserve the most energy.  Check out ecoRoute today for more information.

In-Car DVD Software Downloads

Some larger RVs and Cars contain DVD players with screens set into the back of the head rests so that rear passengers can watch TV or DVDs.  Over time most manufactures, for example Sony, do release software upgrades and patches – so you should always check their respective websites for the latest data download.

If you are planning on a driving vacation and road trip this year then we hope our short guide to software updates for your in-car devices and technology has been of some assistance.  The most important one of all should always be to have the latest maps on your GPS device which will help to avoid any tricky situations on roads you are not familiar with.