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Garmin International Inc. designs and manufactures navigation, communication and information devices — most of which are enabled by GPS technology.
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Adding to our portfolio of mounting options, we just recently released a new Air Vent Mount that is available as an accessory for $19.99 and compatible with nearly all nüvis1. The Air Vent Mount easily attaches to the cradle/unit bracket and securely holds your nüvi to your vehicle’s air vent. Continue reading
Posted yesterday at Garmin Blog
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University of Kansas Medical School Professor, Sandy Billinger, PT, PhD, FAHA and her son Michael have recently embarked on a journey to cross the entire length of Kansas to raise awareness and funds for stroke research at the University of... Continue reading
Posted yesterday at Garmin Blog
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If you want to be successful in an endurance sport then you have to love pain. There is no secret to success-- you have to suffer day in and day out and you have to welcome it with a smile.... Continue reading
Posted 2 days ago at Garmin Blog
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The FAA has certified our new GTX 330 ES and GTX 33 ES transponders, and they are ready to be installed now in hundreds of makes an models of fixed-wing aircraft. These new transponders are qualified as ADS-B NextGen compliant... Continue reading
Posted 2 days ago at Garmin Blog
Garmin has received an Approved Model List Supplemental Type Certification (AML STC) that allows our GTX 330 ES and GTX 33 ES transponders to be installed in hundreds of makes and models of fixed-wing aircraft. This certification qualifies these products... Continue reading
Posted 2 days ago at Garmin News Releases
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Navigation devices have relied on street names to provide directions for years and this has generally worked well. But it's not always easy to see street signs ahead of time to prepare for a turn and our internal research has shown that many drivers prefer to use visual objects for directions, especially in unfamiliar territory. That's why Garmin set out to redefine how navigation devices provide directions. The result of this effort, which took quite a considerable time to develop and test, is Garmin Real Directions. Continue reading
Posted 6 days ago at Garmin Blog
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Yesterday was a day to remember for Team Garmin-Sharp cycling fans around the world. We saw two of our riders stand atop the podium, earning stage victories in two major events. Showing its depth, Team Garmin-Sharp is currently competing in... Continue reading
Posted 6 days ago at Garmin Blog
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Spring is typically thought of as a time of new beginnings. You could definitely say that about Garmin’s G3000 avionics system! Cessna’s new Citation M2, a G3000 equipped aircraft, recently got its wings, while another was the first in a... Continue reading
Posted 7 days ago at Garmin Blog
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With spring races, reunions and road trips upon us, we want to make it easier than ever for you to find the right Garmin device for your adventures. So we've lowered the prices on many of our newest nuvi models,... Continue reading
Posted 7 days ago at Garmin Blog
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The Amgen Tour of California got underway this past week and world class riders, many whom train and ride in much cooler European climates, were greeted with temperatures well into the 100 degree range. Teams have been going through 150-200... Continue reading
Posted 7 days ago at Garmin Blog
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We're happy to report that TripAdvisor®, the world’s largest travel site, has selected Garmin as a winner of its second annual Travelers’ Choice® Awards for Travel Favorites. Garmin won in the cateory for best GPS device. Continue reading
Posted May 14, 2013 at Garmin Blog
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Chalk up another win for Team Garmin! On April 27th, Carl "Fuzzy Bear" Stopczynski and Team Fuzzy Bear won the 2013 Hoosier Coho Club Pro/Am Tournament in Michigan City, Indiana. Facing off against nearly 30 professional teams, Team Fuzzy Bear... Continue reading
Posted May 13, 2013 at Garmin Blog
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Jez Bragg is one of the world’s leading ultra distance trail runners and regularly competes in international races of up to 100 miles non-stop, often through inhospitable terrain. With the help of Garmin devices, Jez has set a new fastest... Continue reading
Posted May 13, 2013 at Garmin Blog
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Recently, Scott Turnage from G3 Sportsman set out to break in a new boat for his show. With nothing more than an echo 100 on board, a simple day out on the lake turned out to be an ideal day... Continue reading
Posted May 10, 2013 at Garmin Blog
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We are right in the middle of an exciting Giro d'Italia, with Team Garmin-Sharp rider and defending champion Ryder Hesjedal sitting in third place overall. The team is focused on working hard for Ryder and helping him, once again, earn... Continue reading
Posted May 10, 2013 at Garmin Blog
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Our commitment to our Android customers utilizing Garmin Pilot continues! Version 2.4 comes with some very exciting enhancements, allowing pilots the ability to gather and access even more information with ease during each phase of your flight. Plan: The option... Continue reading
Posted May 9, 2013 at Garmin Blog
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The Garmin Store Team is once again here to help YOU! Find the perfect gift for the mom, dad, or graduate in your life by calling (312) 787-3221 and placing your order. Now through June 30, the Garmin Store will... Continue reading
Posted May 9, 2013 at Garmin Blog
This is a test to see if the first blog post is succesfull. In this blog we will give the reader some more information about Garmin and the products. Continue reading
Posted May 9, 2013 at Garmin Nederland
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ADS-B and 8.33 kHz compliancy is just around the corner for our European neighbors and Garmin is here to help! In just a few years, all aircraft operating within European airspace must have the ability to broadcast 1090 ES ADS-B... Continue reading
Posted May 9, 2013 at Garmin Blog
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With spring finally here, bird hunters' attention turns to training dogs - whether it's refining the work of older dogs, or introducing young dogs to birds and hunting in anticipation of the upcoming fall hunting season. Recently, we attended a... Continue reading
Posted May 8, 2013 at Garmin Blog
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Young American Garmin-Sharp rider Peter Stetina is in Italy this month helping Ryder Hesjedal defend his 2012 Giro d’Italia title. After today’s 246-kilometer stage 4, which saw Hesjdal gain enough time to move ahead of Bradley Wiggins in the general... Continue reading
Posted May 7, 2013 at Garmin Blog
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Not too long ago, our friend Alden Thornton from Nor-Tech Hi-Performance Boats (then with Fountain Powerboats) was bestowed with a responsibility of presidential proportions: teaching President George H. Bush about our marine products. Needless to say, he was up to... Continue reading
Posted May 7, 2013 at Garmin Blog
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We love making products for every active lifestyle, and with Mother's Day just around the corner, we're excited to celebrate some of the most active people we know! So if you're scrambling for gift ideas, we can help. Save on... Continue reading
Posted May 7, 2013 at Garmin Blog
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It was a chilly weekend at headquarters, but that didn't stop the local Boy Scouts from getting their geocaching merit badge! Due to the weather, the scouts spent some time inside working with Garmin associates to learn more about Geocaching... Continue reading
Posted May 6, 2013 at Garmin Blog
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Posted May 6, 2013 at Garmin Nederland