Rand McNally is a map and navigation company that provides innovative products and services for the transportation and publishing industries. They are known for creating maps and atlases used by motorists, truckers, and RVers. Their products include GPS navigation devices, electronic logging devices, atlases, and educational maps.
Rand McNally was founded in 1856 by William Rand and Andrew McNally in Chicago.
The company started as a printer and publisher of maps.
In 1904, Rand McNally published its first road map.
During World War II, they produced maps for the U.S. armed forces.
In 1982, Rand McNally introduced the first handheld GPS device.
In 2009, they released the first commercial truck GPS device.
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Yes, Rand McNally GPS devices can be updated using the Rand McNally Dock software on a Mac or PC.
Yes, Rand McNally GPS devices have voice-guided directions to provide turn-by-turn instructions.
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The HD 100 ELD doesn't have a battery and must remain connected to the truck's engine while in use.
Yes, Rand McNally GPS devices have the option to download maps for offline use.