Garmin released the next-gen dēzl OTR series, its latest lineup of GPS trucking navigators. Using insights and ratings from thousands of fellow drivers, the new series helps users find the best-rated parking spots and navigate to trucker-preferred destinations, including loading docks and security gates.
“The newest dēzl OTR series keeps with Garmin’s commitment to making life easier for professional truck drivers,” Dan Bartel, Garmin VP of global consumer sales, said. “By leveraging the dēzl community, truckers can connect and share their insights to help fellow drivers easily navigate to loading docks, truck entrances, and parking locations. Knowing ahead of time if a stop is empty, crowded, well-lit, or quiet can help professional truck drivers travel more efficiently and with greater peace of mind.”
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Purpose-built to simplify life on the road, the new dēzl OTR series helps professional truck drivers work more efficiently.
- Custom truck routing: Find the appropriate routes based on the size and weight of the rig, with alerts for upcoming bridge heights, sharp curves, and more.
- Expert arrival planning: See high-resolution overhead views of the destination to plan for a smooth arrival.
- Dēzl community insights: Join fellow truck drivers to find and share the best-rated truck parking and preferred trucking locations, including security gates, loading docks, and more.
- Wind speed alerts: Learn about potentially hazardous conditions and receive alerts when high winds are detected with a new map overlay.
- CAT Scale locator: Find nearby CAT Scale locations to ensure the truck is within the legal weight limit before departure.
- PrePass notifications: Receive on-screen alerts of upcoming U.S. weigh stations and bypass decisions via an active PrePass account and the use of the dēzl app.
- Add an eyewitness: The 7-inch dēzlCam OTR725 utilizes a built-in dash cam to record video evidence of incidents.
- Truck plaza amenities: Check real-time shower availability, restaurant options, and amenities at participating Love’s and Pilot Travel Centers.
- Popular routes: Increase situational awareness in unfamiliar territory by viewing popular routes used by other truck drivers.
- Voice assist: Speak commands to control the dēzl navigator while your hands stay on the wheel.
