Abstract: A method and apparatus of utilizing waypoints for a vehicle is provided. A first waypoint relating to a first vehicle position is added to a second waypoint relating to a second vehicle position. The waypoints are saved as a route. Waypoint information relating to the waypoints and route information relating to the route may be manipulated. The method also includes displaying at least a portion of the route on a display screen and indicating a desired direction of vehicle travel from a current vehicle location to one of the waypoints. According to the present invention, the drive may be alerted when the vehicle has come within a particular distance of the waypoint or if the vehicle has veered from the route by a particular distance.

Abstract: A method of utilizing waypoints for a vehicle is provided including the steps of adding a first waypoint relating to a first vehicle position and adding a second waypoint relating to a second vehicle position. The waypoints are saved as a route. Waypoint information relating to the waypoints and route information relating to the route may be manipulated. The method also includes displaying at least a portion of the route on a display screen and indicating a desired direction of vehicle travel from a current vehicle location to one of the waypoints. According to the present invention, the driver may be alerted when the vehicle has come within a particular distance of the waypoint or if the vehicle has veered from the route by a particular distance. An apparatus is also provided for a navigation system for providing waypoints. At least one position determining device provides a vehicle location signal. A database having a map includes a waypoint.