Does anyone know whether the Garmin 590 only works with Garmin TPMS sensors, or are there other compatible sensors available?
Yep, another proprietary concept...To the best of my knowledge, there has never been any standardization of TPMS protocols amongst automotive manufacturers.
hmm... on cars we need seasonal tires, summer, and some M&S in winter though...I wouldn't be too critical of the lack of standardization in TPMS components.
I think that technology (stand-alone sensors in the wheels) is becoming obsolete. I do recall having those kind of sensors on my Phaeton 10 years ago - you are correct, they are expensive & fiddley - but nowadays, I think all TPMS systems (at least, all VW ones) don't require in-wheel or on-wheel sensors, they use wheel speed data sourced from the ABS sensors....he also needs to get 4 expensive TPMS thingies from the vehicle MFG...
not as long as they can milk this for profit...I think that technology (stand-alone sensors in the wheels) is becoming obsolete.
I read you, those Garmin sensor caps won't come below € 70,- to 80,- a piece over here, you guys get them rather cheap in comparison:Okay, question number two: Is there anywhere I can get a pair for less than $134 at GPS City?