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Or your second car, or third car, or millionth car.
by Samantha Wieder, Allison Jiang, Clara McMahon
1. A Bluetooth transmitter for making (safe!) hands-free phone calls, listening to your favorite FM radio stations, or jamming to your music from your phone all while being able to charge up.
Screen shows incoming call numbers, voltage levels in car battery, volume, FM frequency, and song name. It also supports Siri and Google Assistant so you can enjoy voice control while driving with it connected to your phone.
Promising review: "This thing saved me from playing radio stations that only know an hours' worth of songs and then repeats them. Again. And again. Depending on your area you may have to adjust the station on rare occasion, but overall, it works very well when you find a station that is empty. Very happy with this purchase." —JT JOHNSON
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in six colors).
2. A two-port USB charger so you can keep your phone at 100, even when your speedometer is at 0.
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Compatible with iPad, iPhone, iPod, HTC, Galaxy, Blackberry, MP3 players, digital cameras, PDA's, and other kinds of mobile phones.
Promising review: "Device fits snuggly in the charging port and has 2 USB ports leading to plenty of charging ability. My devices have charged just fine with no issues. The fact that it is low profile is nice too. Seems to be made from quality materials. Overall am happy with this little device." –R. Lieberum
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in seven colors).
3. A cordless vacuum that'll clear away all those crumbs from those times when you just HAD to devour a family-sized bag of sour cream and onion chips like a lion munching away at its prey.
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Features a lightweight, portable design and utilized lithium technology for strong suction and extended run time.
Promising review: "I live with two cats and there is constant fuzz balls rolling around on the floor. It not only picks them all up without blowing them around, it also is great for picking up dirt and other debris. I use it in mycartoo since it is cordless. Love it!" —DL
Get it from Amazon for $54.99.
4. A digital tire gauge to make checking your tire pressure easy, peasy, lemon squeezy, especially if you're someone who knows, like, nothing about cars, except for how to drive them.
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The digital display shows the exact reading, so no guesswork involved! It has a simple push button control to turn on, and it automatically shuts off after 30 seconds to save the batteries. A soft, non-slip surface means easy, comfy gripping.
Promising review: "I have used many tire pressure devices over the years. All have been semi-awkward to use, giving unstable measures, allowing air to escape easily, and not very reliable. I am impressed by this unit; it has a light to illuminate the tire pressure valve stub (good if you are in a dark garage), but the most important aspect was that the pressure measures were stable- no multiple attempts to take the pressure was needed. I confirmed the pressure levels with a gas station that had a very expensive unit, and the values were right on. I am a very happy camper. It may cost a buck or more than the cheapest units, but very well worth it." —Dr. H.
Get it from Amazon for $9.87(available in two colors).
5. A headlight restoration kit so you can ensure the safety of yourself and others by driving with clear, working lights. Because it's really dangerous driving with them all fogged up... don't do it!
Wipe New
Each kit includes one precision Wipe-It infused with Wipe New solution, one professional Lens Polishing Pad, one pair of nitrile gloves, and one microfiber towel to give your headlights a streak-free finish. One application is expected to last your headlights for years!
Promising review: "I still can’t believe this product worked as well as it did. My 2012 headlights were oxidized beyond and super cloudy. I followed the directions and the results were incredible! They look brand new again!! Highly recommend. Make sure you fully remove the oxidation before applying the final cloth. This requires multiple passes with the sand paper and a sore arm afterwards, but the results are worth it!"—Casey
Get it from Target for $10.99.
6. An all-purpose car cleaner that'll have the inside of your car looking as the good as the day it looked the day it first left the factory — no matter how many years ago that may have been.
Check out our write-up of the awesome CarGuys Super Cleaner!
Promising review: "I have used every product that you can find on the shelves of your local store. When I sprayed the cleaner on the light beige interior of a 25-plus-year-old car, the interior turned to its original color. After years of detailing, I had assumed at this point, the color was set and that's it — not with this stuff. While cleaning it I literally said out loud, 'No way, no way,' because I was in disbelief at how amazing it worked, and the results are in the compliments I receive from friends." —Andrea Garcia
Get it from Amazon for $16.12.
7. A crystal sun-catcher to make those early morning sunrise and evening sunset drives that much more beautiful. You had me at natural disco ball.
JV Makes Things / Etsy
JV Makes Things is a Canadian Etsy seller that makes beautiful things like suncatchers, charms, glassware, and bookmarks.
Promising review: "So amazing! We hung it in the car and the kids were pumped that we had a 'disco ball' that caused rainbow light to dance around the car! It’s small and light like I wanted. Great quality. Beautiful. Quick shipping. Thanks!!!" –jgillies101
Get it from JV Makes Things on Etsy for $11.17+ (available in two sizes and in four chain colors).
8. A front seat cover for when you wanna bring your furry friend along for the ride, but don't want their fur sticking onto those gorgeous leather seats.
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Check out some more ingenious pet products available on Amazon!
Promising review: "No worry about dirt, dander, or claw marks on my car anymore! Used it for several days while car traveling with my husky, and it worked perfectly. Finally found something durable to protect my car, so I can drive anywhere with my buddy. This was just what I needed, and I couldn't be happier." —kyra
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+(available in three styles).
9. A trash can that'll make bottles and wrappers on the floor of your car a thing of the past. Now you can hide the evidence of yesterday's late night Taco Bell run.
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FYI, we have a whole post dedicated to the best car accessories available on Amazon.
Promising review: "Love it! It's great to have a trash can in the car that's not a total eyesore. I love that it's waterproof, so I don't have to buy bags for it. I liked it so much that I bought a second one for my boyfriend's car." —Ashley A. Wolfe
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+(available in four designs).
10. A 42-piece AAA road kit to temporarily save you from being stuck on the side of the road when a problem hits! It'll hold you over until you can get some professional help.
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This kit includes 8 ft. 8 gauge jumper cables, an aluminum flashlight and batteries, a 2-in-1 screwdriver, duct tape, an emergency poncho, shop cloth 5 cable ties, 20 bandages, four towelettes, a reusable zipper lock bag, a AAA membership brochure, AAA accident guidelines, and of course a carry case.
Promising review: "Thankfully I have never had to use this yet, and hopefully will never have to, but this is still great. It has everything you need in it. It’s also pretty compact so it doesn’t take up a lot of space in your car. I have a small Toyota Corolla so trunk space is pretty limited and this being in there does not hinder my ability to fit a lot of stuff in my trunk. I love it!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $50.
11. A keychain car escape tool you should keep handy in case of an emergency we hope you don't find yourself in, but want you to be prepared for just in case.
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Promising review: "It's really smart to make this product small enough to put onto a key chain. I chose to hang it from my rearview mirror because, in a crash, with the airbag deployed, I imagine it would be difficult to reach the ignition, but easier to reach the device hanging from the mirror. It's small enough to be unobtrusive. I don't even notice it there. We tested it on a block of wood, as suggested by another review. It worked perfectly. The price is good, too." —TL in SB
Get it from Amazon for $8.50+(available in three colors).
12. A two-pack of tire traction tools for seriously helping when it comes to having to back your car out of the driveway or a parking spot in a snow storm.
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These also work against mud and sand!
Promising review: "Superb construction, ultra portable! I always wanted a traction board but no space in my subie to accommodate one. This setup is PERFECT!!! I can use it in pair or as a single long plank, super easy to store at half the size of other traction boards out there, the material composition of this board is also a bit different than the others, it uses a special plastic polycaprolactam (PA6) that is stronger and more UV stable and has a wider range of working temperature, it is important if you are going to keep this board outside of your vehicle or to help you get out of snow in a cold weather..." —R.K.
Get it from Amazon for $79.99 (available in four colors).
13. A portable air compressor for when you're far from a gas station and the pressure in your tires either needs a quick check or quick fill until you can get there.
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You must run your engine while using this. This is good for small ATV's, trucks, SUV's, and sedans with tires up to 33" in size.
Promising review: "This air pump is the real deal, it inflates really well. The only thing you need to know is you will lose a small amount of air pressure when you unscrew the connector from the valve stem. The remedy for this is to add a pound or two more air then required so when you unscrew the connector the air you lose will be compensated for. Also, the instructions tell you to start the engine before turning on the pump — this is a really good idea as this air pump draws a lot of voltage." —DWM Jr
Get it from Amazon for $71.95.
14. A car diffuser to help give your vehicle a sweet scent. Am I the only one who is unreasonably excited at the thought about getting into my car and being greeted with the scent of fresh linens?
Amber and Wood Co / Etsy
Amber and Wood Co is a small business based in Valparaiso, IN selling aromatic goods like candles, freshening sprays, and car diffusers.
Promising review: "I love these little car diffusers so much! They are cute and very fragrant. I got Winter Mint, Orange, and Connie Pine Cone. I may get some more for each of my girlfriends as a gift." —Allison Hutzell
Get it from Amber and Wood Co on Etsy for $9 (available in 33 scents).
15. A tire shining kit that may have you standing on the top of your car once you're done using it and channeling your inner Danny Zuko. Just make sure the top of the car stays clean from the bottoms of your dirty shoes, too.
It comes with a microfiber applicator!
Promising review: "I have only had to use the spray twice in a month and a half and the only reason for the second use was I put my car through an automatic car wash. If it wasn't for that I would still be on one use. My friend thought I never drive my car because the tires look brand new every time I see him. I also use it on the plastic parts on the outside of my car and it's just as amazing. Definitely buying again when I run out." —A. Glaza
Get it from Amazon for $17.07.
16. And while you're at it, you're gonna want to also add some wheel cleaner to your cart. Who has the sharpest ride around town now? That's right, you do!
This is safe to use on various wheel finishes including chrome, aluminum, steel, clear-coated, PVD, painted, plastic wheel covers, magnesium, and aftermarket wheels.
Promising review: "It will take one look from your friends to say. 'Did you buy some new wheels?' This stuff is absolutely amazing. For the full effect, dismount your wheel, spray the back. Go do something for 10 minutes. Wash with water, no scrubbing needed. Turn the rim face up, do it again. Do the rest of your rims, and don't forget the tire protectant when you reinstall them. This stuff will handle salt, road tar, off-road dirt and mud; you get it dirty, it comes clean. Where was this stuff when I was racing off-road?" —johnfcon
Get it from Amazon for $13.56+ (available in two sizes).
17. A waxer/polisher to restore your vehicle's exterior to a condition even the dealership would be jealous of.
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Features a comfortable, two-handle design so your arms don't get tired while using. Includes a 6 in. random orbit waxer/polisher and one foam applicator bonnet. Runs on a random orbit at 4,4000 orbits per minute.
Promising review: "For the price, this is a good option. It is good for waxing/buffing your vehicle, as long as it is a basic job. I wish I would have bought something a bit more powerful for the specific need I have, but for the price I can't complain. For the regular home use, it's perfect. Black & Decker seems to put out decent options on tools at an affordable price. They always seem to be good for the average user who doesn't use the tool for professional daily use, but rather is perfect for at home repair/maintenance jobs." —Scandaljoe
Get it from Amazon for $37.51.
18. A car phone holder for an easier and safer way of looking at your phone's GPS. Looking down means completely taking your eyes off the road which is a major NO-NO!
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Promising review: "Absolutely love this phone car mount. Incredibly secure hold not only on the dashboard, but with my phone. I like that it has an opening at the bottom so that I can run my USB charging cord to the phone when my phone is mounted. I tried the vent one, but the mount wouldn't stay in the vent. The CD kind was not an option for my car. Plus, this holder's ability to pivot 225 degrees made all the difference. I can keep it in eyesight without it taking up too much of my vision out." —crimscrem
Get it from Amazon for $24.98.
19. Or a magnetic phone mount that clips right into your car's air vents. Simply clip it into the said vent, stick the included magnetic sticker to the back of your phone (or just place it in the case), and let the magnets ~connect~.
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Review your car's style of vents before purchasing. This is an easy and ideal phone holder for vents that are high up on a dashboard. Anything too low down means you'll be looking down while you're driving, which we certainly don't want!
Promising review: "I hardly ever write product reviews but I'm super impressed with this product! Great overall quality, product packaging, and does great on doing exactly what it's meant for! It's a very strong magnet. I used two of the square plates on the back of my iPad and mounted them to use it as a second display in my car, which worked perfectly! Very satisfied and would highly recommend especially for the price. Can't beat it." –Austin
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $13.99.
20. A carpet spot removal spray to target annoying stains. Messes are bound to happen. Whether it's from a child, pet, friend, or you, this stuff is gonna help you stop spending hours deciding who to blame the spill on this time.
Good for removing spots and stains from colorfast carpet, rugs, upholstery, and clothing without leaving a sticky residue or needing to rinse or vacuum. To use, apply to the stain, gently agitate with your fingers, and blot with absorbent cloth. This is non-toxic and should be non-irritating on the skin!
We've got you covered with plenty of other stellar cleaning product recommendations.
Promising review: "I had terrible rust and oil stains all over the seats of my car when I bought it. I tried other cleaners to get it out, but they actually made the stains darker. I took it to the dealership to see if they could get it out and they flat out told me no, so I gave up and lived with it for almost five years. I tried this after it was recommended by a friend. I sprayed it on and literally watched the stain run right off my seat. It was amazing! I thought I was going to have to pay hundreds of dollars to replace the seats in my car because nothing else would work. This stuff really is awesome!" —Brittany
Get it from Amazon for $6.65.
21. A scratch remover so the next time you get back to your car and realize the person who parked next to you was not the best or most considerate driver, you don't have to panic about getting it fixed.
Promising review: "I had a few noticeable fine scratches on the hood of my truck that I tried this Trinova Scratch and Swirl Remover on, and it worked. I no longer have to be annoyed every time I approach my vehicle from the front! It didn't take a lot of effort to get it back to looking like new again. I will use it again in the future if necessary. I'm glad that I didn't pay someone at the body shop to try to buff the scratches out, I saved a bunch of money with this!" —Bonnie Walton
Get it from Amazon for $15.97.
22. A glass cleaning tool that'll make your windows look brand new, which is good! So you can, you know, see through them without dusty crap blocking your views of the road.
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Includes two washable, reversible, and reusable microfiber cleaning bonnets and a mesh storage bag. A pivoting triangular head makes it easy to adapt to curved surfaces.
Promising review: "Finally a tool that makes it easy to clean the inside of your cars windshield. The plastic seems very durable. The handle is rubberized, and is very comfortable. Different accessories/attachments that make getting those stubborn bug stains off your windshield. I'd definitely recommend this product to family and friends." —MegaDave
Get it from Amazon for $25.36(and you can pick up some replacement bonnets for $14.97, too).
23. And a car cleaning putty that will clean the crevices in your car that no other product can reach. Perfect for getting into those spaces between the seats after your aforementioned in-car fast food feast.
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According to reviewers, you should store it properly after each use, as it's not washable!
Promising review: "OMG. I bought this on a whim and have been amazed at how much easier this made detailing my car. It even made it fun. I felt like I was playing with goop. I love it when you buy something and it makes a qualitative improvement in your life. I have bought useful tools before but nothing that was so much fun to use." –Aviva fischer
Get it from Amazon for $6.88 (also available in pink, blue, yellow, purple, and green).
24. A car tray for all the times you'll inevitably go through the McDonald's drive-through only to eat it in the parking lot. At least you can feel like you're eating at a real table even if you ordered the Happy Meal for yourself.
Promising review: "I work five days a week in a COVID ICU and have been eating in my vehicle to reduce the risk of spread in the lunchroom or restaurants. Had been struggling with eating in comfort all these months until I stumbled upon an article about interesting gadgets on Amazon. Where have you been?! Slapped it on and immediately in love! No issues with having to turn my steering wheel around, no strong smell, fits my 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee perfectly. Best COVID purchase ever to provide so much happiness with just a few dollars! Thank you!" —Diozmul
Get it from Amazon for $10.99.
25. A car sauce dip clip to ensure you always have a second pair of hands to hold your dipping sauces while driving — it's a very important part of the driving while eating chicken nuggets and/or french fries process, OK?!
Etsy
3DPrintedByBrian is a small business based in Fate, TX selling super cool 3D-printed goods like personalized dog tags, home decor, and of course, the very important dip clip as seen above.
Get it from 3DPrintedByBrian on Etsy for $4.50+ (available in two sizes).
26. A handy dandy tissue dispenser for your visor because you always seem to need one. This way, you won't have a random box floating around in your car and — even better — you won't have to dip into your travel packets (that never seem to have enough tissues, anyway).
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Reviewers also use this dispenser for napkins, face masks, and plastic bags!
Promising review: "I absolutely love this product. I always have a box of tissues in my car at all times. A normal box of tissues is too bulky and gets crushed by either feet or grocery bags, etc. But this is completely out of the way does not block the passenger view through the windshield. I would 10 times outta 10 recommend to anybody." –Maria C.
Get it from Amazon for $10.79+ (available in two colors).
27. Atrunk organizerto keep your groceries and on-the-go essentials from rolling around in the back and leaving a chaotic mess.
Check out some other organization products we're loving right now!
Promising review:"Sturdy, decent size. Works great in my car trunk. Emergency kit and jumper cables, as well as a tote full of grocery totes. Yes, I have a tote full of totes in my tote. Works great." –Zythia13
Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in three colors).
28. Areplacement air filterso you can get in the habit of checking and replacing air filters regularly, rather than forgetting about them until they're grimy as can be.
Promising review: "I know very little about cars but I do know quite a bit about saving money. I went to get my airbag replaced this past month and they recommended I replace my cabin air filter. It was going to cost $60 and $40 for labor! So I YouTubed a tutorial and it looked so simple. I bought one on Amazon (same brand) for less than $20!!! For a 26-year-old (completely inexperienced with cars) who spent 10 minutes on YouTube and an extra 10 minutes in installation, I saved over $80!!! I probably would have had to wait at the dealer more than the 20 minutes it took me overall and would have had to pay an extra $80. No thank you!!" —Vanessa C.
Get it from Amazon for $10.87.
29. Acupholder adapterbecause your ginormous water bottle doesn't need to roll around and clank, clank, clankeach time you turn a corner.
Wine & Whiskey Co. / Etsy
Wine & Whiskey Co. is a Texas-based Etsy shop selling a wide range of adorable phone cases and T-shirts, plus genius car accessories (obvi).
Promising review: "Love it. Perfectly holds my 40-ounce Hydro Flask. No more rolling around the truck cab. Arrived quickly and works as described." —Jason J. Mease
Get it from Wine & Whiskey Co. on Etsy for $12.99+(available in multipacks).
30. And last, but certainly not least, a car seat gap filler so you'll never have to worry about losing your phone (or more importantly, a french fry) into the dreaded car abyss ever again!
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Don't worry: we've got you covered with a roundup of more *genius* car products that you can check out here. The Drop Stop is, of course, number one.
Promising review: "Wow! Most of the 'As Seen on TV' stuff is just hype. Not this little gem. Drop Stop does exactly what it claims. It stops stuff from falling between the seat and the center console. I would have bought one of those between the seat caddies, but they wouldn't be useful because of how narrow the space is. I don't really need more storage, anyway. What I did need was a way to keep stuff from falling in between the seat and the console. Normally, when stuff falls between I can't get to it. All the seat hardware is in the way. And I have small hands. Drop Stop is the perfect solution." –Star's Mom
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
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