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34 Best Car Accessories for a More Comfortable Ride

The Amazon finds that make every drive better.

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As someone who spends a lot of time behind the wheel, I've learned that the right car accessories can make your car feel more like an extension of your home. The best ones aren't just clever gadgets or cool little trinkets, but the products that help you keep your car cleaner, more organized, and more comfortable, no matter where you're headed.

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To put together our list of must-have auto accessories, the car products experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute relied on their years of experience evaluating everything from the best family cars to must-have gifts for auto lovers. We also read through hundreds of satisfied (and unsatisfied) Amazon customer reviews to find the best accessories worth adding to your vehicle, from space-saving organizers and phone mounts to on-the-road conveniences you'll use every day.

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Best Car Phone Holder on Amazon

Loncaster Car Phone Holder

Car Phone Holder
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Best Car Phone Holder on Amazon

Loncaster Car Phone Holder

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Priced under $15 and available in four colors, reviewers say this best-selling car phone holder makes it easy to insert and remove your smartphone. It stays attached to your dashboard via a silicone pad on the bottom, and users appreciate that it offers a strong hold without leaving any sticky residue. You can even opt for a rotatable version.

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Best Car Trash Can on Amazon

HOTOR Car Trash Can With Lid

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Car Trash Can With Lid
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Best Car Trash Can on Amazon

HOTOR Car Trash Can With Lid

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Keep your car garbage-free with this $10 trash can featuring a built-in lid and side storage pockets. Hang the #1 best-seller from the back of your front passenger seat headrest for easy access—just don't forget to dump it once it gets full!

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Best Emergency Auto Escape Tool on Amazon

Super-Cute Emergency Automotive Escape Tool

Emergency Automotive Escape Tool
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Best Emergency Auto Escape Tool on Amazon

Super-Cute Emergency Automotive Escape Tool

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While having a clean and organized car is important, so is road safety. This emergency tool features a glass-breaking hammer and a blade for cutting your seatbelt off in dangerous situations. It comes in a pretty pink and includes an adjustable car visor strap for easy access.

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Best Car Seat Gap Filler on Amazon

Drop Stop Car Seat Gap Filler (Set of 2)

Car Seat Gap Filler (Set of 2)
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Best Car Seat Gap Filler on Amazon

Drop Stop Car Seat Gap Filler (Set of 2)

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Dropping items in the cracks of your car seats is a total headache. To prevent things from ending up in car Narnia, try these neoprene fillers designed to stop items from falling into seat gaps. Based on our testing, we can confirm these seat gap fillers fit around most seatbelt catches, and the squishy, stretchy material works in most cars. We've tested it in over two dozen vehicles and have yet to have a problem.

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Best Car Seat Hooks on Amazon

Amooca Car Seat Headrest Hook (Set of 4)

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Car Seat Headrest Hook (Set of 4)
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Best Car Seat Hooks on Amazon

Amooca Car Seat Headrest Hook (Set of 4)

Now 36% Off
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Keep your car neat and clean with these organizing hooks. The set comes with four hooks so you can hang multiple items in your car. Simply hang them from the headrest to keep your bags from spilling over during sharp turns. You can hang water bottles, backpacks, jackets, and more, freeing up back row foot space. One of the nearly 50,000 five-star reviews said, "They are the item you never knew you needed so much until you had it."

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Best Car Document Holder on Amazon

Cacturism Car Registration and Insurance Holder

Car Registration and Insurance Holder
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Best Car Document Holder on Amazon

Cacturism Car Registration and Insurance Holder

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The glove compartment is a common storage place for important vehicle documents—but when reaching for them in a hurry, it always feels like they're nowhere to be found. This holder is basically a wallet for your registration, insurance, and other important car documents, keeping them all in one organized spot. It comes in seven fun shades and makes a great gift for new car owners.

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Swinging Dog Rear View Mirror Accessories
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Our pros love how cute this little pug is, which you attach to your car's rearview mirror. As you drive, it will swing back and forth. Best of all, it comes in various breeds, so you can choose your favorite, from Labs to golden retrievers to bulldogs.

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Best Car Lighting on Amazon

Govee Car LED Lights

Car LED Lights
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Best Car Lighting on Amazon

Govee Car LED Lights

Now 15% Off
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Spice up your ride with these interior LED lights from Govee, which are backed by nearly 80,000 reviews on Amazon and an average 4.4-star rating. You can choose among 16 million colors, customize light effects, and even sync your lights to your music. You can set your car’s mood in the Govee Home app or via the included controller that plugs into your car’s 12V charger.

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Best Car Cup Holder Expander on Amazon

Seven Sparta Car Cup Holder Expander

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Car Cup Holder Expander
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Best Car Cup Holder Expander on Amazon

Seven Sparta Car Cup Holder Expander

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Cups come in so many different sizes, from coffee mugs to water bottles to soft drinks from your favorite fast-food restaurant—and sometimes they simply don't fit in your car's cup holder. This cup holder expander allows you to fit any size cup and makes it easier to reach. It's available in black, silver, or pink, and the base expands to keep the extender in place.

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Best Car Detailing Tool on Amazon

TICARVE Cleaning Gel for Car Detailing

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Cleaning Gel for Car Detailing
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Best Car Detailing Tool on Amazon

TICARVE Cleaning Gel for Car Detailing

Now 21% Off
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Get the gunk out of tight spaces with this car detailing tool. This cleaning gel can be used on air vents and other car interior spaces that collect dust and can be difficult to clean. Reuse until the putty gets dark and then it's time for a new one. Priced under $8, it won't break the bank.

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Best Magnetic Phone Holder on Amazon

WixGear Magnetic Phone Holder for Car

Magnetic Phone Holder for Car
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Best Magnetic Phone Holder on Amazon

WixGear Magnetic Phone Holder for Car

Now 15% Off
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Nothing feels easier than hopping into your car and sticking your phone onto a phone holder that magically keeps everything in place. We like this pick for its strong magnetic hold that keeps your phone attached even on bumpy roads. All you have to do is pop the phone holder into your car's air vent and stick a metal plate between your smartphone and your phone case. You can even rotate your smartphone as you drive for the best viewing angle!

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Best Car Beauty Accessory on Amazon

CarChap Car Lip Balm Holder

Car Lip Balm Holder
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Best Car Beauty Accessory on Amazon

CarChap Car Lip Balm Holder

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Keeping a spare lip balm in the car is essential, as is having a nifty place to store it so it's always within reach. This mini holder sticks onto your dashboard and is 3/4 of an inch wide. (Keep this dimension in mind when adding to your cart, as you want to make sure your balm will fit.) One five-star reviewer said, "I looked all over for a solution for my Chapstick... I hate having it loose, rolling around, having to dig for it when I'm driving, etc. This was such a perfect solution!"

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Best Trunk Organizer on Amazon

Drive Auto Products Trunk Organizer

Trunk Organizer
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Best Trunk Organizer on Amazon

Drive Auto Products Trunk Organizer

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Whether your car is full of beach gear during the summer, ski accessories during colder months, or camping gear for an upcoming trip, the trunk can get disorganized real quick. This collapsible organizer can be adjusted to fit small and large cars with large open sections and four side mesh pockets. We appreciate the sturdy tie-down straps that will help keep the organizer in place. One five-star review wrote, "Works great and looks great. I can’t imagine not having this in my trunk now."

It can get chilly almost any time of year once the sun goes down. Whether you're going to a drive-in movie, camping with a car air mattress, or just need a little extra warmth while running errands during the winter, this electric blanket has got you covered. The 59-by-43-inch blanket plugs right into your car's power outlet and is reasonably priced at $25.

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Best Snow Scraper on Amazon

Snow Joe 4-In-1 Snow Broom

4-In-1 Snow Broom
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Best Snow Scraper on Amazon

Snow Joe 4-In-1 Snow Broom

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When there has been a snowstorm, cleaning off your car is paramount to your safety and the safety of others on the road. You'll want this snow scraper to do the job. Equipped with a non-abrasive foam head as well as a built-in ice scraper on the other end, you'll be able to tackle both soft and hard snow or ice. We like that you can expand and contract the handle so you can reach the top of a tall vehicle and then store it in your trunk.

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Best Car Aux Accessory on Amazon

LAICOMEIN Bluetooth Aux Receiver

Bluetooth Aux Receiver
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Best Car Aux Accessory on Amazon

LAICOMEIN Bluetooth Aux Receiver

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Plug this little gadget into your car's audio input port to transform your older vehicle into one that's Bluetooth equipped. Once installed, you can ditch all cables and connect your smartphone wirelessly to enjoy hands-free calls and audio streaming. No more fiddling on your phone so you can pay attention to the road.

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Best Extended Car Charger on Amazon

RapidX X5 Car Charger

X5 Car Charger
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Best Extended Car Charger on Amazon

RapidX X5 Car Charger

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You can pass the charger to the backseat with ease thanks to RapidX's X5 car charger featuring a 5-foot-long cord. Making car charging from areas other than the front seat much easier, the model also has five USB ports, and can be used with Android or iPhones.

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Best Car Window Shade on Amazon

Enovoe Car Window Shade (4 Pack)

Car Window Shade (4 Pack)
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Best Car Window Shade on Amazon

Enovoe Car Window Shade (4 Pack)

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It can be frustrating when the sun is shining directly on you, and you're trying to write an email on your laptop or read a book in the passenger's seat. This car window shade not only helps protect you from the sun and keep the car temperature down, but it also fits most larger car windows (SUVs, minivans, and full-size cars). We found it super easy to install—just stick it on the window, run your hand over it, and you're ready to go.

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Best Car Back Up Camera on Amazon

WOLFBOX Mirror Backup Camera

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Mirror Backup Camera
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Best Car Back Up Camera on Amazon

WOLFBOX Mirror Backup Camera

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If your car doesn't have a built-in backup camera, it's easy to add one. We named this Amazon's Choice camera our best overall pick in our most recent guide to the best backup cameras. It's loaded with features, including a 12-inch display and a high-definition camera that can record and take pictures. Attaching it to your rearview mirror is pretty straightforward, but you will have to run a cable through your car.

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Best Car Dip Holder on Amazon

Saucemoto Dip Clip (2 Pack)

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Dip Clip (2 Pack)
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Best Car Dip Holder on Amazon

Saucemoto Dip Clip (2 Pack)

Now 23% Off
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Driving and dipping can be a precarious (and messy) challenge. These in-car sauce holders attach to your air vents for easy access to delicious nugget and fry dipping. The affordable two-pack makes for a fun stocking stuffer for teens who love chicken nuggets with ketchup or BBQ sauce.

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