Sure, most cars nowadays have some sort of screen or a complete satnav setup, a great sound system, and a few other techy bits depending on the options you choose. But, that doesn’t mean that there’s nothing for the gadget-minded driver to buy. Oh no, there is still plenty to choose from, and luckily for you, we’ve searched the net for some of the coolest gadgets for your car, the ones that are an absolute must-have for your cockpit.
The 7 Best Car Gadgets:
HUDWAY Glass
I find it hard to believe that such a feature like a heads-up display does not come standard for many vehicles. For a little less than $70 that can be sorted out with HUDWAY Glass. It is a universal driving accessory that turns your smartphone into a concise Heads-Up Display at eye level. It has all necessary info on your windshield, with no risk of image doubling, glare, or poor image size because it is a self-contained gadget.
Check it out on Amazon here.
TaoTronics Car Dash Cam HD
Dashboard cameras are there to save your wallet in case of an accident. You can also record, store, and share videos when you are out of your car. Today, there is a huge variety of dashboard cameras to choose from. The one we find interesting is the TaoTronics Car Dash Cam with full-HD video resolution — 1920*1080 @ 30 fps, and super-wide 150° angle without distortion. The price of $75 is a bargain.
Check it out on Amazon here.
ScanTool 426101 OBDLink MX Bluetooth
Save yourself the trouble of going to the dealer each time a little light on your dashboard comes on. Instead, use the ScanTool 426101 OBDLink MX Bluetooth first! With it, you can transform your phone (Android only) into a professional-grade automotive scan tool. You can run complete diagnostics, has advanced GM and Ford support, it connects to more 3rd party apps for even more info, and saves battery while doing all that.
Check it out on Amazon here.
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Aware Bluetooth Anti-lost Tracker
Unlike most of us, Aware always remembers where you parked, and it will show you where on your smartphone. It’s got a replaceable watch battery, a standby time of 1 year, and you can be certain that you’ll never lose your car again.
Check it out on Amazon here.
FOBO Bluetooth Tire Pressure Monitoring System
How many times have you gotten out of your car on the side of the road on a hunch that your tire is flat or losing air, but had no way confirming it? Well, FOBO can help with that now. Just put it on your tires and use your phone to check it. Small things make life easy.
Check it out on Amazon here.
Star Wars USB Car Charger
Occasionally, you’ll need a USB charger for that extra battery life during a long day, so why not make a lifestyle statement with the one you use? You can let the dark side power your gadgets with a Stormtrooper USB Car Charger (yes, there is a Darth Vader option) or take the path of light and let R2-D2 handle your devices?
Check it out on Amazon — R2-D2 / Stormtrooper / Darth Vader
What do you think other essential gadgets deserve space in your car? Let us know in the comments section below.
