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Best GPS Head-Up Display
Universal GPS Head-Up Display
Best GPS Head-Up Display
Universal GPS Head-Up Display
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Pros
- GPS powered
- Features different displays
Cons
- GPS readings can be slightly delayed
Speedometer doesn’t work? Or maybe you’ve upgraded with some larger wheels? Keep an eye on your GPS-provided speed with this head-up display. But that’s not all. The HUD also can display acceleration numbers, battery voltage, and trip time. Just plug it into the 12-volt socket, and you’re all set.
Pros
- Leakproof
- Doubles as a cooler when not in trash mode
Cons
- Might crowd folks in the back seat
Those little compartments alongside your vehicle’s doors fill up with trash way too fast. A solution? Pick up this leakproof car trash can. It can strap on either headrests or your center console and can double as storage or a cooler when not in trash mode.
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Pros
- Collapsible
- Tie-down system
This trunk organizer is excellent for drivers who like to keep stuff in their car. With multiple storage compartments and a tie-down system, the collapsible organizer will keep your groceries, tools, and more secure and contained. It’ll fit in your trunk, or your front seat if you want to keep your stuff within reach.
A Must-Have Organizer
Car Registration & Insurance Card Holder
A Must-Have Organizer
Car Registration & Insurance Card Holder
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Pros
- Clear pockets
- Organize your important info
Cons
- The only time you’ll use this is when you’re in trouble
Keep all of your vehicle’s important documents organized with this handy holder that fits right in your glovebox. With clear pockets galore, you can fit and display insurance cards, registration, and other important info without embarrassingly digging through paperwork.
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Best Lip Balm Holder
Car Chap Lip Balm Holder
Best Lip Balm Holder
Car Chap Lip Balm Holder
Pros
- Easy to install
- Holds most tube lip balms
Cons
- Oversize lip balms will not fit
Know someone who always has a stick or two of lip balm on them at all times? Those little guys can be so tricky to keep track of, but this lip-balm holder (aptly named the Car Chap) erases that problem. Simply stick it on wherever is handy, and you’re good to go. Holds lip-balm tubes up to 3/4-inch wide.
Pros
- Adds two USB ports
- Flush surface
Cons
- Without a cover, blue lights can be distracting
We all want USB ports in our cars now, particularly to charge our phones and power other devices. But getting those ports can be tricky and ugly—this little gizmo changes that. It’s designed to fit in your cigarette lighter port and stay flush, which looks cleaner while also providing two extra USB ports. Win-win.
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Best Dashcam
Wolfbox G840S Backup Camera
Best Dashcam
Wolfbox G840S Backup Camera
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Pros
- Great image quality day and night
- Built-in dashcam
Cons
- Not wireless
Welcome to the future. The Wolfbox G840S has it all and then some: a massive 12.0-inch display that doubles as a mirror, a high-quality camera that performs fantastically well both day and night, and an integrated dashcam built into the display for recording what’s going on in front of you as well. In fact, the Wolfbox came out on top in our backup camera test.
Cool Way to Light Up Your Cupholders
LED Cup Holder Lights
Cool Way to Light Up Your Cupholders
LED Cup Holder Lights
Pros
- Wireless
- 7 colors available
Cons
- 8-hour battery life could be longer
These rechargeable LED cup holder lights can transform any ordinary water bottle into a jug of neon-green nuclear waste in a matter of seconds. The discs are charged via USB cable and have up to eight hours of battery life while emitting one of seven colors.
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Best Power Inverter
SuperOne 150W Power Inverter
Best Power Inverter
SuperOne 150W Power Inverter
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Pros
- Features a plethora of plug-in choices
- Fits easily in a cupholder
Cons
- No USB-C ports
For a light-duty power inverter that does a little bit of everything, the SuperOne 150W is our pick. Featuring two USB, one AC, and two cigarette lighter–style ports, there’s room for a host of different gadgets. It’s rated for 150 watts, which might not sound like a whole lot but is enough for most electronic devices necessary for a pleasant family road trip. Because of its versatility, we loved it in our power inverters test.
Best Little Friend
Car Mirror Swinging Duck
Best Little Friend
Car Mirror Swinging Duck
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Pros
- A duck with gold chains—awesome
- And a big hat
Cons
- You can’t match this duck’s level of coolness
If you need a little road-trip buddy, look no further—this li’l swinging duck will keep you company. Just strap it around your rearview mirror and watch him sway along with the bumps in the road.
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Best Screen Magnifier
DLseego 14-Inch Screen Magnifier
Best Screen Magnifier
DLseego 14-Inch Screen Magnifier
Pros
- Collapsible
- Magnifies phone screen by three or four times
Cons
- Might give headaches to some
Do your kiddos want to watch a movie in the back seat? Or maybe you want to catch up on your favorite show while you enjoy a meal in the McDonald’s parking lot. This screen magnifier is designed to take the image from your phone’s screen and magnify it by three or four times.
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Best Stick-On Blind-Spot Mirrors
Blind-Spot Mirrors
Best Stick-On Blind-Spot Mirrors
Blind-Spot Mirrors
Pros
- Increase visibility
- Easy installation
Blind spots can be very dangerous, so stick some blind-spot mirrors on to expand your visibility. This is especially useful for folks who have difficulty performing head checks or vehicles with large blind spots. Just stick them on the top outside corners of both mirrors and you’re good to go.
Best Change Organizer
Car Change Organizer
Best Change Organizer
Car Change Organizer
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Pros
- Compact
- Easy to insert and remove coins
Cons
- We wish it held more
Change is slowly becoming obsolete, but it’s still out there, and hearing it rattle around your cupholders can be quite annoying. Getting this change organizer can help prevent that—it fits in most storage areas in a center console and makes it easy to pull out a few coins if the need arises.
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Best Purse Perch
Car Seat Headrest Hooks
Best Purse Perch
Car Seat Headrest Hooks
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Pros
- Capable of holding 13 pounds each
- Comes in a pack of four
Cons
- May crowd rear passenger, depending on how big your bag is
These headrest hooks are a simple, genius way to keep your grocery bags or purse easily within reach. Just hook around the legs of a headrest—these bad boys are rated to hold up to 13 pounds each. Better yet, you get four of them in a pack.
Best Car-Cleaning Gel
Car Cleaning Gel
Best Car-Cleaning Gel
Car Cleaning Gel
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Pros
- Gets stuff out of the deepest cracks
- Reusable
Cons
- Lavender scent might not be great for everyone
We all know how tricky it is to get dust and crumbs out of your vents and interior cracks. Don’t worry about bringing out the vacuum—this handy cleaning gel will do the trick. It’s designed to goop up contaminants while keeping your hands from getting sticky.
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This Is the Way
Mando Push-Button Start Cover
This Is the Way
Mando Push-Button Start Cover
Pros
- Transforms your car into a starfighter
- Gives your start button an upgrade
Cons
- Not made of Beskar steel
The Mandalorian‘s iconic helmet has become instantly recognizable from the show, so why not add it to your ride? Simply adhere the alloy-steel ring around your vehicle’s push-to-start button, choose your style of Mando mask, and close it over the button. Now every time you want to start up your ride, it’s like flipping a switch on a starfighter.
Best Interior Dust Brush
Car Interior Dust Brush
Best Interior Dust Brush
Car Interior Dust Brush
Pros
- Easy, quick way to tidy up your dashboard
- Fits in glovebox when not in use
Cons
- Brush needs cleaning
Sometimes, dust on the inside of your car warrants a clean. You don’t want to be breathing that stuff in anyway. But what if you didn’t need to break out the Shop-Vac—which can be a pain. Solve that issue with this dust brush, which stores nicely in your glovebox when you don’t need it.
Charles Dryer formerly worked as a road warrior, at the copy desk, and as test-vehicle fleet manager at Car and Driver. He likes naturally aspirated V-8s and electric vehicles with enough range to get him to his hometown in Northern Michigan.
Collin Morgan is a Commerce Editor at Hearst Autos, where the former Rust Belt mechanic and gadget enthusiast presents the best gear for your automotive endeavors.
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