▶ Video-50%
New car tech – simply explained
Many drivers have never heard of these gadgets. We explain what each one does and show only well-rated best sellers.
Head-up display (HUD)
A small device that projects your speed and navigation directions onto the windscreen.
You see the key information without taking your eyes off the road. Handy for anyone who often drives with navigation or in low-speed zones.
Check whether it works via OBD2 or GPS, and whether the display stays readable in bright sunlight.
▶ Video-50%
▶ Video-56%
▶ Video-55%
▶ Video-53%
▶ Video-53%
-57%
-57%
-64%
CarPlay AI box
A small box that turns your car's wired CarPlay into an Android system.
It lets you run apps like YouTube or Netflix on the car screen – great for breaks and waiting times. Only watch videos when parked.
It only works if your car has wired CarPlay – check the compatibility list in the listing.
-66%
-66%
-57%
-57%
-65%
-54%
-55%
-57%
Digital rear-view mirror
A rear-view mirror with a screen that shows a live image from front and rear cameras and records like a dash cam.
You get a clear view behind you even when passengers or luggage block the rear window, and your drives are recorded.
Pick a model with good night vision and check the cable length for the rear camera.
-54%
-8%
-54%
-42%
-58%
-55%
-56%
-58%
Tyre pressure monitor (TPMS)
Sensors on the valves send tyre pressure and temperature to a small display in the car, often solar-powered.
A slow puncture is spotted early, before it becomes dangerous. Correct pressure also saves fuel and makes tyres last longer.
External valve-cap sensors are the easiest to fit; internal sensors have to be installed when the tyres are changed.
-57%
-57%
-58%
-57%
-58%
-58%
-55%
-57%
Jump starter
A lithium power bank that can start a car with a flat battery.
No second car or jump leads needed – a lifesaver on cold winter mornings. It also charges your phone.
Match the power to your engine: diesels and large petrol engines need more starting current.
-64%
-54%
-51%
-61%
-56%
-53%
-54%
-71%
OBD2 adapter (ELM327)
A small plug for the OBD2 port that reads engine fault codes and live data through a phone app.
When the engine light comes on, you know straight away whether it is harmless or needs a workshop. Great for anyone who wants to understand their car better.
Check it works with your phone – iPhones usually need a Wi-Fi or BLE version.
-54%
-58%
-58%
-57%
-31%
-59%
-61%
-35%
Cordless tyre inflator
A rechargeable cordless pump: you set the target pressure and it stops automatically.
Top up car tyres, bikes or balls anywhere in minutes, no petrol station needed. No need to stand and watch the gauge.
Look for an easy-to-read display and enough battery capacity for all four tyres.
▶ Video-55%
▶ Video-58%
▶ Video-55%
▶ Video-31%
▶ Video-54%
▶ Video-60%
-68%
-62%
Wireless CarPlay adapter
A small USB adapter that makes wired CarPlay wireless.
Your iPhone connects automatically when you get in – no more plugging in a cable. Perfect for short trips.
Your car must already support wired CarPlay, otherwise the adapter will not work.
-66%
-65%
-50%
-55%
-66%
-55%
-66%
-60%
Portable CarPlay screen
A dashboard screen that adds CarPlay and Android Auto to older cars.
Navigation, music and messages like in a new car, without replacing the radio. Ideal for older vehicles.
Check how the sound reaches your car: FM, AUX or Bluetooth – AUX usually sounds best.
-53%
-56%
-54%
-54%
-56%
-55%
-55%
-54%
Blind-spot detection
Aftermarket radar sensors in the rear bumper that warn you with lights in the mirrors when a vehicle is in your blind spot.
Lane changes become safer, especially with bikes, motorbikes and fast cars around. Useful for every driver.
Fitting involves drilling and wiring – professional installation by a workshop is recommended.
-7%
-35%
-31%
-48%
-5%
-33%
-31%
4G dash cam with remote view
A dash cam with a SIM card, so you can watch the live view and parking alerts on your phone from anywhere.
You know straight away if something happens to your parked car. Ideal if you park on the street.
You need a data SIM, and parking mode requires hardwiring to the car battery.
-42%
-52%
-52%
-55%
-47%
360° camera system
Four cameras around the car create a bird's-eye view while you park.
You can see posts, kerbs and children around the car, making tight car parks far less stressful. Great for large cars.
Installation is complex and usually done by a workshop – check that it is compatible with your screen.
-56%
-57%
-52%
-58%
-57%
-56%
-8%
-56%
Type 2 EV charger
A portable charger or wallbox with a Type 2 plug for charging electric cars.
Charge at home, at a holiday flat or at friends' places without a public station. Ideal for every EV driver.
In Switzerland, make sure your socket and installation are suitable and have them checked by an electrician.
-39%
-52%
-50%
-53%
-21%
-52%
-46%
-59%
Ceramic coating
A liquid ceramic/SiO2 protection that keeps paint glossy and water-repellent for months.
Water and dirt run off, so the car stays clean longer and is easier to wash. For anyone who wants to protect their paintwork.
The car must be thoroughly washed and decontaminated first, otherwise the coating will not bond.
▶ Video-69%
▶ Video-16%
▶ Video-27%
-67%
-55%
-55%
-54%
-54%