Smart Car Utilities: Tech Tools to Enhance Your Driving Experience

For some people, driving is simply a means to get from A to B. For others, driving is fun, the journey is as important as the destination. The good news is, that regardless of what type of driver you are, there are an array of tech tools to enhance your driving experience. You just have to decide which tools you want to add!

Alexa On The Road

A lot of people have become accustomed to having Alexa in their homes. The good news is that you can now have Alexa in your car! Simply connect one of the many voice command systems available in stores and online to your car speakers and to your phone via BlueTooth. Then, talk to Alexa as you normally would and get things done while on the move.

Handheld Vacuum

It's difficult to keep your new car looking perfect. However, it's difficult, not impossible! One gadget which will help your car to keep looking like new is the handheld vacuum. Imply choose a quality brand which can be stored and charged in your car. This ensures it's always on hand when needed.

Dash Cams

The dash cam is very easy to fit. Simply mount it on the dash and connect it to an in-car power supply. It will happily record while you're driving. The best ones can record well in the day or night. You can review the footage to assess the quality of your driving. It's also invaluable if you're involved in an accident or other incident The camera will make it clear what actually happened. You can even leave the camera recording when your car is parked, giving it additional security and you peace of mind.

Padded Seat Cushion

Car seats are generally comfortable. However, there is no harm in enhancing your travel experience by adding a padded seat cushion. In fact, there are a selection of options to choose from, including heated seats and massaging cushions. The cushions strap firmly to your seats, allowing you the maximum in comfort. Add a seat cushion for yourself or add a selection in your vehicle to cover all passengers.

Phone Holders

We live in a digital age and most people are never far from their smartphones. Of course, when you're driving you'll find that most places have banned the use of phones while driving, unless they are on an approved phone stand. In other words, adding a phone holder to your vehicle will keep you safer, operating within the confines of the law, and making the driving experience better.

Tablet Mount

The longer the journey the more likely it is your passengers will get bored. This is often why disagreements happen. However, you can make the journey more interesting for everyone by adding a tablet mount to the rear of the front headrests. Almost any tablet will fit into a standard tablet mount, allowing your passengers to surf the web, watch videos, and play games.

Three-in-one Charger

Nowadays, everyone has a smartphone. That means one charger in the car isn't enough. If you want to keep everyone happy and entertained throughout the drive you'll need a three-in-one charger. The best ones will clip into position. You'll either be presented with several ports allowing passengers to connect their devices. Or, you'll have a three-in-one charger that has several cables already attached. This allows your passengers to choose their preferred connection and keep their devices charged.

Backup Camera

A lot of new cars come with an integrated backup camera. It's a valuable addition to the vehicle If you don't have one in your vehicle then it's a cool gadget which will help make the travel experience much easier and safer. Simply add a small camera to the boot and it connects to the electronic rearview mirror, assisting you with parallel parking and reversing.

Laser Parking

If you regularly park, inside your garage you'll find this laser useful. It attaches to your garage ceiling and beams a laser light down. All you have to do is position your car correctly one time. Then, mount the laser so that it hitting the base of your windscreen is your warning to stop. No more denting the car on the wall!

Head-up Speedo

This is a great idea if you don't like taking your eyes off the road. It's designed to be mounted on your dashboard in your line of sight. You'll need to connect the device to your electrics but it tells you everything you need to know. Once working, you'll be able to see your speed, time, mileage, and several other details, all in your line of sight.

Summing Up

The number of gadgets available for your car, which make the travel experience better, is almost limitless. If you want the best possible driving experience, it's time to take a look at the above and start accessorising. Your vehicle has so much potential.