Every driver has his own preference of car accessories whether for travel or cruising around the city. We compiled a list of essential things every driver needs on and off the road.
Car Cover
Protect that ride, when your not riding in it. Every car needs a cover especially for those cars that cannot be parked under a roofed garage. It will protect your car from the elements as well as the occasional bird droppings. If you don’t drive that ride everyday, put it under a cover. That bit of bird poo will destroy your paint in less time that it takes you to notice its there. Covers come relatively cheap and in all shapes and sizes.
Floor Mats
Your car floor takes a good beating from your footwear. To protect your car floor from the dust and debris that your footwear carries into your car, get a good set of car floor mats. They are available for most makes and models in the market. They also add the benefit of customising your car interior with the available colours and materials for your custom floor mats. Some even have designs and trims to choose from. You can choose your car model to see our available floor mats.
Dashboard Mats
Dash mats protect your dash from the sun and also from spills from food and beverages. It will help your dashboard last longer and also adds another level of customization. They also come in a host of materials and colours to accent or compliment your car interior. Dash mats also help eliminate the glare from your dashboard when the sun is shining brightly at mid-day.
Seat Covers
Those factory seats won’t last very long against stains and debris, especially when you have kids who love to order drive-thru meals and consume them inside your car. Protect your car seats with seat covers that are detachable and can be cleaned. You have a choice of materials from soft suede to luxurious leather. They can come fully customised too with a host of colours and trims.
Car Charger
We have a lot of gadgets that need charging. A good car charger will help you power gadgets especially on those long journeys. Look for those that have docks so that your phone is safe when you hit potholes or speed bumps. You can also opt for those universal chargers that can accommodate any mobile gadget that needs charging.
Jumper Kit
You don’t want to be stuck in the middle of nowhere waiting for someone to give your car a much-needed jumpstart. There are a lot of jumper kits around that are portable, lightweight and easy to use. A good set would include all the necessary cables and a good battery. This will save you a lot of time and cash because those roadside assistance companies charge huge sums just for a simple jump start.
Cup Holders
Love your Latte in the morning or a big soda? Better get a good set of cup holders for your car. The OEM cup holders do not fit all cup sizes so better get a set that can adjust to the cup size. This also helps protect your interior from spills and splashes. You don’t want to be cleaning that suede floor after you spilt your coffee on it now do you?
Toolbox
Always be prepared, especially on long journeys. Make sure you bring a good toolbox with you inside your car. A toolbox should have a Jack, a set of wrenches, screwdrivers, cables, and all the other things you need to do a little DIY fixing. You can add a tow cable into the mix if you need a tow or help someone out.
GPS
Never get lost again by having a trusty GPS system with you at all times. Whether it’s for looking up hard to find places or mapping the best route to your destination, the GPS will help you with it. There are a number of selections from mobile phone based GPS or your built-in SATNAV system. Just be sure you have one on your car.
There you have it, some essential things to have in your car. If you have an essential car accessory that is not on this list, please leave a comment on this article. We would love to hear from you. Stay tuned for more car tips!
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