Don't get lost: a road trip without the right gadgetry is a disaster waiting to happen. These GPS devices will ensure you don't turn down that road

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1 GARMIN NUVI 5000 This is the mother of all GPS devises, going far beyond the normal turn-by-turn gizmos. Vivid elevation maps display the surrounding terrain, and you can customize your unit with fun vehicle-shaped icons. The nuvi also provides speed limits for major highways and can give you real-time traffic updates. $799 @ garmin.com

2 HARMAN KARDON DRIVE + PLAY 2 This baby lets you connect your MP3 player to your car's stereo. A full-color display mimics your iPod screen, and is dash-mountable while the wireless knob allows you to control your device without reaching across the front seat. The system connects through an internal FM transmitter, wired FM modulator, or auxiliary input connection. $400 @ harmankardon.com

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3 COBRA XRS R9G Want some style with your radar-buster? Cobra's XRS R9G remote has a full-color LCD display and sleek controls. Plus, its Xtreme Range Superheterodyne Technology can detect up to 12 radar and laser bands. The unit incorporates GPS to indicate approaching intersections and voice alerts to call out those hidden Troopers. $440 @ cobra.com

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