Top 5: Best Gadgets for Cars

We would all like a fast car with great on board hardware that would let you eject your passengers, or turn your car into a submarine! In car gadgets may not have reached that level, but there are some good ones for sale which make great gifts for yourself of friends and family.

So the question is which one? This array of some of the best gadgets for cars may provide the answer, as it has one to suit all personality types. The prices were correct at the time of writing but check the retailers website for the current price.

TomTom Iphone KitFor The Navigationally Challenged & The Extroverted
Do you know someone who keeps getting lost, or likes to show off their iPhone? Then the ‘Tom Tom car kit for iPhone’ could be just the ticket. It enables the driver to position it for easy reach, charges the phone as you drive, and the dock enables music and calls too. It looks quite nifty, but at £77.92 and no app, it could be a little pricey. Still, if you have the app already, then this could be just what you are after. £77.92
Buy

Tyre InflatorFor The Impatient & Mr Maintenance
Do you hate queuing to get your tyres inflated? Is so, this digital tyre compressor could be for you. It works by plugging into your cigarette lighter, and simply inflates the tyre to the desired pressure. Bit of a winner and at just over twenty quid could be a good one for the Xmas list. £15.55
Buy

LED light for Rear WindowFor The Madman & The Bold
A great & necessary one for boy racers, is the ‘LED car sign’. A red light is hung in the rear window, a wireless control is kept near the driver. At a push of a button the following words or symbols are displayed: “Sorry”, for cutting someone up. “Thanks”, for a nice person who lets you out. “Back off”, for the not so nice person up your bumper. A smiley face for peace. A winking face for love. £23.68 (available in US as well).
Purchase

Torch, Hammer And CutterFor Mr Safety Man & G.I. Joe
Every driver needs a torch so why not have one that has a hammer and a built in belt cutter thrown in the mix too. That’s exactly what you get with the ‘Emergency LED Car Torch Kit’. The torch also can be set to ultra bright, or flash to draw attention. It can also cast a red glow. It works on a dynamo recharge as if it wasn’t snazzy enough.£21.95
For Sale

Gear4 USB DeviceFor The Practical Driver
It may not be glamorous, but the ‘Gear 4 USB Charger’ is certainly practical. By plugging it in to the cigarette lighter slot, you can charge two USB devices as you drive. Especially ideal if you are going away or doing long journeys. £13.50 (UK only, US equivalent $10.50)
For Sale

There are in car gadgets that suit all personalities, so choosing one shouldn’t be too difficult. If none of these fit you, then what is your favorite in car gadget at the moment?

As well as being available from Amazon you will also find these products for sale from other retailers both online and on the high-street. If you have the time shop around to get the best price! And always try and read customer reviews so you know how good products are.

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Published 14 October 2009, written by Richard Teahon, © owned by digitpedia.com.