Mapquest on your cell?

Not everyone has (or wants) their laptop running while driving. In fact, that may even be illegal in many states, even if you're only using it as a souped up GPS system. As an alternative, do your Mapquesting before you're under way and have Mapquest send its directions to your cell phone.

To be completely accurate, Mapquest doesn't really send its maps to your cell phone. Rather, it sends a text message containing a link to the map online. In order to use the service you need to have two things:

1- the ability to receive text messages, for which you will likely be charged by your cell service provider.
2- the ability to browse the Internet from your phone. You will need a capable phone as well as an appropriate service agreement from your cell service provider.

Assuming you have all these things, give it a try. In addition to maps, you can also receive Mapquest's turn-by-turn directions in the same way.

Check Mapquest's mobile services