I Can’t Live Without My First 5 Car Gadgets

I make it a point to have always with me the latest gadgets and gizmos for my car. I used to travel a lot and I want that everything I need is just an arm-reached for me. Well, that’s not tough though because technology has a lot to offer. In fact, it’s overwhelming to know that a vast range of these car gadgets and gizmos are now available in the market. And I can’t live without any of them on my car so I always make sure that I am up-t0-date to whatever the juggernaut has to offer the market. Of course, I would love to be complete, or at least on the trend. And so, missing one or two of the important gadgets in car is the least thing I’d allow to happen.

As for my pick, I weighed the alternatives possible and come up with a list of great picks of my 10 Car Gadgets I can’t live without. They are as follows:

The first on my list is the Bluetooth. This wireless signal allows my phone to connect to my Bluetooth-enabled car without the need for a hard connection. I am eyeing on the latest Bluetooth I’ve seen so far, the Chrysler’s UConnect system, which allows users to make and receive calls without ever physically holding a phone. It also features a phone book that allows names and numbers to be added verbally. Plus, you can make multiple calls without taking your eyes off the road. Aside from Chrysler, BMW, Nissan and Toyota also have this latest gadget available.

Second on my list is the In-Car Media Storage Device. I have it in my Mercedez Benz S Class, and I can say that I love having this gadget anywhere I go. I can store music and pictures through the use of USB, which is also an emerging car technology trend that will make transferring music and my other files to my car much easier.

Third on my list is the Real-Time Traffic Information which has the ability to display real-time traffic information directly on the navigation screen in selected cities. It then allows me to pick a different route or at least know what to expect on the ride home. Most BMWS model of 2007 have the same feature, and that’s brought about by Clear Channel Communications. For a few years, Europeans have enjoyed this feature. There’s much more to say with this technology. It also features a navigation system that calculates alternative routes and picks the best way home, taking into account accidents, road/lane closures as well as the traffic volume.

Fourth on my list is the Lane Departure Warning System, a device used as a small camera and speed sensors which enables me to determine when my car deviates from its lane and alerts me using a buzzer, seat vibrator or a visual cue. The use of turn signals also helps my driving prevents the system from kicking in French automaker. Famous for this feature is the Citroen, but this feature is also available in some Infiniti cars and trucks.

Fifth on my list is the premium-branded stereo. It has been a trend these days to have a sound system in a car or van. Numerous brands have this stereo, such as the Bang & Olufsen, Bose, Harman Kardon, JBL, Mark Levinson and Panasonic. All these mentioned stereo brands have the reputation of producing great-sounding home stereo components. Two affordable makes also have this feature and can afford to have any of these brands in their vehicle makes and models. These are Toyota and Mazda that could have a high-end option, name-brand audio systems.