5 Car Gadgets to Make Your Car Safer

Cars and trucks are becoming safer and more sophisticated every year. However, there are still things you can add to your current ride to add to the safety. Home Safety Shield has come up with a list of 5 gadgets to consider making your car safer whether you have a new top of the line coupe or a fifteen-year-old pickup.

1. EMERGENCY ESCAPE TOOL - After a major car crash, getting someone out can be a challenge. You can be prepared to assist yourself or someone else with a tool that can break tough tempered window glass and cut durable seatbelt webbing. AMAZON Basics has a 2-pack window hammer and seatbelt cutter available by clicking here.
   

2. ROADSIDE EMERGENCY KIT - From flat tire to engine trouble, you never know what you will encounter when a roadside emergency hits. You can do your best to prepare with a well-equipped roadside emergency kit. Plus, this makes a great gift idea for anyone all year round. Home Safety Shield recommends the following minimum items in your roadside kit:

   1. reflective triangles, cones, or signs for increased visibility to other drivers

   2. jumper cables

   3. a means to fix simple flat tires

   4. tow strap

   5. some basic tools

   6. gloves See the selection of car roadside emergency kits from AMAZON.
      

3. DASH CAM - In the event of a car crash where the drivers can't seem to agree on who caused it, the dashboard camera is a great way to show responding officers the actual timeline of events. Dash cams eliminate the "he said. she said." game and provide a great view of what the driver actually encountered. Check out this top seller on AMAZON: REDTIGER Dash Cam
   

4. SMARTPHONE HOLDER - Most states have adopted hands-free driving laws and the fine for being caught with a phone in your hand can be the same as or more than your monthly bill. Don't get caught with your phone in your hand by getting a simple phone holder. There are many options available that will mount to dashboards, suction to windshields, or sit in cup holders. iOttie Easy One Touch 5 is a highly rated phone holder from AMAZON that has many mounting options.
   

5. REAR BACKUP CAMERA - Many newer vehicles come standard with a rear backup camera, but not everyone has a newer vehicle. Adding this feature has never been easier with inexpensive DIY kits available. You can have the peace of mind knowing exactly what is behind your vehicle when backing up. Many systems just use the existing license plate screws to stay in place. This Amazon Choice LeeKooLuu Backup Camera is good DIY option!
   

These 5 simple gadgets can make your new or old car safer especially if the drive does not go as planned. The person you save could be yourself or someone else. Plus, who doesn't love adding custom features to their vehicle? Stay safe!

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