Garmin DriveSmart 65 & Traffic
In the Box
- Garmin DriveSmart 65
- Vehicle suction cup mount
- Traffic receiver/vehicle power cable
- USB cable
- Documentation
Overview
Welcome to smarter driving.
VOICE ASSISTANT
Need directions? Just say the word. Garmin DriveSmart responds to your spoken requests and then navigates to wherever you need to go1.
WIRELESS UPDATES
Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity makes it easy to keep your maps and software up to date without using a computer. On-screen cues show when new updates are available.
LIVE TRAFFIC AND WEATHER
Avoid delays, and find timesaving detours with live traffic1 enabled with the Garmin Drive™ app. Also, view weather forecasts, current conditions, animated radar and storm alerts.
TRAFFIC CAMS AND PARKING
Pair this smart navigator with your phone, and download the Garmin Drive app to access real-time features1 such as live parking3 and photoLive traffic cameras (where available).
HANDS-FREE CALLING
Built-in BLUETOOTH® wireless technology lets you sync your compatible smartphone with Garmin DriveSmart to make calls without taking your hands off the wheel2.
SMART NOTIFICATIONS
When paired with the Garmin Drive app, you’ll be able to see text messages and other notifications1 from your phone displayed on the navigator’s screen.
Physical & Performance
| Physical dimensions | 6.8”W x 3.9”H x 0.7”D (17.3 x 9.9 x 1.9 cm) |
| Display size | 6.0″W x 3.5″H (15.2 x 8.9 cm); 6.95″ diag (17.7 cm) |
| Water rating | No |
| Display resolution | 1024 x 600 pixels |
| Weight |
8.45 oz (239.6 g) |
| Display type | multi-touch, glass, WSVGA color TFT with white backlight |
| Battery type | rechargeable lithium-ion |
| Battery life | up to 1 hour |
Maps & Navigation
| Preloaded street maps | Yes |
Features
| Round trip routing | No |
| Sunrise/sunset times – RV | No |
| TripAdvisor® Traveler Ratings | Yes |
| Camera-assisted features for forward collision warnings, lane departure warnings, “Go” alert and Garmin Real Vision™ | No |
| Voice-activated navigation (operate device with spoken commands) | Yes |
| 3-D buildings and terrain | Yes |
| Track support | No |
| TOPO map support | No |
| Lane assist with junction view (displays junction signs) | Yes |
| VIRB® control | No |
| Wireless ANT+® technology | No |
| Simple truck profile | No |
| Control music and media from smartphone or MP3 player | No |
| State & country border notices – Trucking | No |
| 3D Terrain | No |
| Dual-orientation display | No |
| Magnetic Mount | No |
| Rider alert warnings for sharp curves, state helmet laws, speed cameras and more | No |
| Wi-Fi® map and software updates | Yes |
| Bluetooth® calling | Yes |
| HOS violation warnings | No |
| Planned & dynamic fuel stops | No |
| Glove-friendly touchscreen | No |
| Includes automotive mount | No |
| Trucking points of interest | No |
| Motorcycle-specific points of interest for cycle repair services, dealers and more | No |
| Sunlight readable and weather resistant | No |
| Includes traffic | Yes |
| Elevation profile | No |
| Speed limit changes | No |
| Helmet law notifications | No |
| Removable battery | No |
| Garmin Real Directions™ landmark guidance | Yes |
| Mile marker info – Trucking | No |
| Access to live services via app | Yes |
| State border notices – RV | No |
| Data cards | microSD™ card (not included) |
| Driver alerts for sharp curves, school zones, red light and speed camera warnings and more | Yes |
| Service History Log | No |
| Includes map updates | Yes |
| LiveTrack via app | No |
| Truck & Trailer Services directory | No |
| Truck-specific speed limits | No |
| Millions of Foursquare® points of interest | Yes |
| Mile marker info – RV | No |
| Built-in dash camera with automatic incident detection | No |
| Smart notifications via app | Yes |
| RV Parks & Services directory | No |
| Custom map support | No |
| Route shaping through preferred cities/streets | Yes |
| Headphone jack/audio line-out | No |
| Sunrise/sunset times – Trucking | No |
| IFTA fuel logging capability | No |
| Backup camera compatible | yes (BC™ 30 or BC™ 40) |
| Built-in Spotify® & Pandora® music players | No |
| Garmin Adventurous Routing™ | No |
| Speed limit indicator (displays speed limit for most major roads in the U.S. and Europe) | Yes |
