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Whether you’re upgrading your car, trying to keep it in top condition, or looking for the right gear to take on the road, our auto experts steer you to the best car accessories, add-on electronics, and car-care products. From phone mounts and dash cams to tire inflators and bike racks, these are the items we’d choose for our own vehicles.

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  • Four of the dash cams that we tested to find the best dash cams.

    The Best Dash Cam

    by Sarah Witman

    If you’d like the peace of mind of having a dash cam record as you drive, we think the Vantrue N4 is the best overall choice for most people.

  • Two of our picks for best convertible car seat, displayed next to each other.

    The Best Convertible and All-in-One Car Seats

    by Christina Szalinski

    After researching dozens of seats and testing 12, we’ve concluded that the Graco Extend2Fit Convertible is the best convertible car seat for most families.

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  • Illustration of a person with questions marks over their face adjusting a rear-facing convertible car seat in a the back seat of a vehicle.

    Are Rotating Car Seats Worth It?

    by Christina Szalinski

    Rotating car seats are gaining popularity—but for the typical family, they’re not better than simpler options. Here’s what to know before buying one.

  • Two infant car seats side by side, with baby toys.

    The Best Infant Car Seats

    by Christina Szalinski

    After extensive research and field testing, we found that the Graco SnugRide SnugFit 35 DLX is the best infant car seat for most families.

  • Our three picks for the best booster car seat, arranged in a row.

    The Best Booster Car Seats

    by Rebecca Gale

    After researching over 50 booster car seats and testing 13, we’ve concluded that the convenient Chicco KidFit ClearTex Plus is the best overall choice.

  • Two people peeking out from within a red sleeping bag.

    Gear for Car Camping

    by Kit Dillon

    When the Wirecutter outdoor team goes car camping—as opposed to backpacking and carrying gear into the wilderness—this is the gear they bring.

  • Car keys and four cell-phone mounts placed next to each other, one holding a phone, against a green background

    The Best Car Phone Mount

    by Roderick Scott and Nick Guy

    No matter where you want to mount it, we’ve got plenty of options to keep your phone safely in view while you’re driving.

  • Our three top picks for best USB car charger, shown in a line against a pink background.

    The Best USB Car Charger

    by Nick Guy

    We’ve tested the best car chargers, and we have recommendations for affordable, reliable options that can fast-charge any device while you’re on the road.

  • A person reading a road atlas while sitting on the hood of their car, parked on the side of a road in the desert.

    The Best Gear for Your Road Trips

    by Kit Dillon and Wirecutter Staff

    After 120 hours of research and 1,500 miles behind the wheel, we’ve singled out the gear that’s absolutely essential for your next journey on the open road.

  • Our four picks for best car vacuum, surrounded by trash that gets into cars, like dead leaves, pet fur, toy cars and snacks.

    The Best Car Vacuum

    by Sabine Heinlein

    We recommend four handheld vacuums that have helpful tools and the ability to reach into the nooks and crannies of a car.

  • The Best Gear for a Roadside Emergency

    by Jim Travers, Kit Dillon, Eleanor Ford, and Wirecutter Staff

    After over 60 hours of research and talking with safety experts and mechanics, here are the items we recommend you keep in your car for a roadside emergency.

  • Three phone mounts we tested to find the best wireless charging phone mounts for cars, with a smartphone and set of keys.

    The Best Wireless Charging Phone Mounts for Cars

    by Thom Dunn and Nick Guy

    A wireless charging mount lets you safely use a phone while driving and keep it juiced up along the way. iOttie’s Easy One Touch Wireless 2 remains the best.

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