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Q: QuestionDoes the Garmin DriveSmart 86 allow for hands-free calling?

• A:Answer Yes, it offers hands-free calling when paired with your compatible smartphone using Bluetooth technology.

Q: QuestionCan I get traffic updates on this GPS device?

• A:Answer You can access live traffic updates by pairing the navigator with your compatible smartphone running the Garmin Drive app.

Q: QuestionDoes this Garmin GPS navigator come with a mount?

• A:Answer Yes, the Garmin DriveSmart 86 includes a suction cup mount.

Q: QuestionWhat is the screen size of this GPS navigator?

• A:Answer The Garmin DriveSmart 86 features an 8-inch display screen.

Q: QuestionCan I listen to audiobooks on this GPS device?

• A:Answer With Alexa built-in, you can listen to audiobooks, play music, hear the news, and more.

Q: QuestionHow long does the battery last on a full charge?

• A:Answer This GPS navigator has a battery life of up to 1 hour.

Q: QuestionWhat comes included with the Garmin DriveSmart 86?

• A:Answer The Garmin DriveSmart 86 comes with a dual USB charger to power/charge the device and your phone or other electronics.

Q: QuestionHow much are map updates and software updates cost???

Asked 3 years ago by Ricky.

• A:Answer Map and software updates for the Garmin DriveSmart™ 86 are free of charge.

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Q: QuestionDoes it come with a mount? What mounts are recommended? I have a Kia Sorento with a stock radio with CD at the top. Is there a CD TRAY mount for this?

Asked 3 years ago by HopWorks.

• A:Answer The Garmin DriveSmart 86 8" display does come with a window mount. I bought a Garmin friction mount, but it will not work with the DriveSmart 86; the Garmin Friction mounts ONLY work with DriveSmarts' 51 to 76. The 86 DriveSmart has a bigger Ball/hitch design to attach to the separate back plate that goes into the Garmin Device. Then there is knurled knob that you have to tighten down to keep the device set in place. To change the position of the DriveSmart 86, you will have to loosen the knob, change position then re-tighten. Be very wary of any company or website stating their mounts fit the 86. The plate that fits into the back of the Garmin DriveSmart 86 is made to fit the bigger ball/hitch. To my chagrine, I also purchased another mount system from another website, stating it fits the 86 and was suppose to use the cup holder. The system on this was for the other Garmin GPS units not the 86. I'm sure there are other mounts that will work but I'm leery paying out anymore money just to find out they don't fit the DriveSmart 86. As to your question about a CD Tray mount for the 86; I have not found one that will fit the 86. I have been searching for mount systems for almost 5 weeks now. After purchasing two different mount systems that were suppose to work and come to find out they do not fit the DriveSmart 86, I will stick with my window mount that came from Garmin. I was thinking about sending my window mount to someone that does 3D printing to see if they could make me a mount with the correct ball/hitch size for the Garmin DriveSmart 86... Other than the very poor selection, even from Garmin website, of mounts this is a very big display for Garmin GPS, it has voice activation along with Alexa if you want to have that. It also has 4Square and other Apps, like the History App, that will shows historical parks, buildings, etc... on your routes. I also purchased the BC40 camera, you will have to set the camera up and set the adjustment lines, but so far it's a good system for older vehicles that did not come with a back up camera. It does have real time traffic alerts through the power cable that receives the FM broadcast.

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Q: QuestionWill the navigation feature still work in places where there is no signal or wifi?

Asked 3 years ago by Blake.

• A:Answer Yes, this device is an easy-to-use, dedicated GPS navigator that does not rely on Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or cellular signals and is unaffected by cellular dead zones.

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Q: QuestionWant gps system that you can speak destination into system like in dash from ford

Asked 3 years ago by Tommyb.

• A:Answer Yes, the Garmin DriveSmart™ 66/76/86 models all have a voice assistant that you can speak destinations or points of interest to route to.

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Q: QuestionWhen paired with a cellphone, is it continuously using data and phone battery power?

Asked 2 years ago by AnonymousII.

• A:Answer In most situations, 2 MB of data per hour of active use with an automotive device is a reasonable estimate for data usage. For example, if the device is used 5 days a week on a 30-minute commute each way, the Garmin Drive App would use about 40 MB of data per month. Phones battery should display little to no impact.

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Q: QuestionCan the audio be played through the vehicle's sound system either by USB cable or Blue Tooth? I ride a 3 wheeled vehicle, Slingshot, which is very noisy. I connect my Android phone to the Slingshot's Boss radio using a USB cable and the Android Auto app.

Asked 2 years ago by MisFit.

• A:Answer I connect using Bluetooth, my Ford has a factory Bluetooth input. The other option is line in with a headphone jack

  Answered 2 years ago by FishtankerVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionHow many miles ahead does the GPS tell you to turn or what lane to be in?

Asked 3 years ago by Sugar.

• A:Answer Maybe a mile and a half or 2 but it does the job and i love it

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Q: QuestionCan I add other countries and their maps to this? I am traveling to Scotland and Europe soon, and would like a device capable of use within those countries and worldwide if possible.

Asked 3 years ago by Neil.

• A:Answer Yes, the City Navigator® Europe NTU (010-13088-00) map can be added to the Garmin DriveSmart™ 86. For more information and instructions for purchasing additional maps, please see the following link: https://bit.ly/3LSlVo8

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Q: QuestionIm a delivery/pick up driver can I add multiple stops?

Asked 1 year ago by Netipotnosebanger.

• A:Answer Yes.

  Answered 1 year ago by RogerVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionThe DriveSmart 86 has an 18mm ball rather than 17mm. My question is about the "disk" that goes onto the ball and the "ring" on the back of the unit. My old DriveSmart 51 has a 45mm disk and a 50 mm ring on the back of the unit. What does the 86 have?

Asked 1 year ago by VintageRider.

• A:Answer The Drivesmart 86 will have its own mount bracket and the previous are not compatible. Large Suction Cup Mount Garmin part number 010-13199-02.

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Q: QuestionCan this Garmin be used by truckers?

Asked 2 years ago by Bhigbwoy.

• A:Answer Yes a trucker could it. It doesn’t have any of the truck features though. It was designed for no truck use.

  Answered 2 years ago by JJF001Verified Purchase

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Q: QuestionWhat carrying case fits it ?

Asked 2 years ago by Una1.

• A:Answer Amazon has a soft case for the 86 but I will be buying the hard shell case soon.

  Answered 2 years ago by Bigdaddysc

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Q: QuestionDoes this device need a smart phone in order to connect? I have bluetooth in the car. Is that sufficient?

Asked 3 years ago by SusanK.

• A:Answer No, this dedicated GPS navigator does not need cellular signals or Wi-Fi to navigate or to search the pre-loaded database of businesses.

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