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Your car, piece by piece

Nine pieces for a car that is ready for everyday drives and road trips. Tap each one, see what to look for, and mark what you have or what you want.

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The 9 pieces

  1. Trunk organizer

    An organizer keeps groceries and gear in place in the trunk.

    What to look for

    • Measure your trunk or cargo area first.
    • Does it fold flat when you do not need it?
    • Does it have straps or a non-slip base to stay in place?
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  2. Phone mount

    A mount keeps your phone in one place for maps and music.

    What to look for

    • Vent, dash or cup holder: where would it go in your car?
    • Does it hold your phone with its case on?
    • Check the local rules on where a mount can go.
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  3. Car charger

    A charger in the power outlet keeps your phone ready for the trip.

    What to look for

    • Which ports do your devices use: USB-C, USB-A or both?
    • How many ports does it have, for you and your passengers?
    • Does it fit your car's outlet without getting in the way of the controls?
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  4. Handheld vacuum

    A handheld vacuum picks up crumbs and sand between car washes.

    What to look for

    • Cordless, or does it plug into the car's outlet?
    • Does it come with a crevice tool for the seats?
    • How do you empty it and clean the filter?
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  5. Roadside kit

    A kit in the trunk keeps the basics for a roadside stop in one bag.

    What to look for

    • What comes inside? Check the list in the listing.
    • Read the instructions at home, before you need them.
    • Does it fit in your trunk with your other things?
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  6. Tire gauge

    A gauge lets you check your tires yourself, at home or at the gas station.

    What to look for

    • Find the right pressure in your car's manual or on the label inside the driver's door.
    • Digital or dial: which is easier for you to read?
    • Does it show the units you use, such as PSI or kPa?
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  7. Sunshade

    A sunshade covers the windshield while the car is parked in the sun.

    What to look for

    • Check the size for your car's make and model.
    • Folding, roll-up or umbrella style?
    • Where will you keep it while you drive?
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  8. Jump starter

    A portable jump starter is a way to jump-start without waiting for another car.

    What to look for

    • Check your car's manual: what does it say about jump-starting?
    • Does it suit your engine type and size? Check the listing.
    • How do you recharge it, and can it also charge a phone?
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  9. Microfiber cloths

    Soft cloths are handy for the dash, the screen and the glass.

    What to look for

    • How many come in the pack, and what size are they?
    • Do they come in different colors to keep the glass and the dash apart?
    • Can they go in the washing machine? Check the care label.
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