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5 Car Accessories to Get You Through Your Daily Commute

Inexpensive Ways to Upgrade That Make Your Ride More Enjoyable

If you’re driving the most basic of cars with little to nothing to speak of when it comes to features, then we can understand why you might not be looking forward to your own daily commute. The only thing worse than sitting in traffic is sitting in traffic in a car that you’re not happy with. Fortunately, there are numerous aftermarket upgrades and accessories that you can get to instantly elevate your driving experience. Check out the following five recommendations to help you get through your daily commute like a pro.

Car Window Tinting

Although window tint might not be the first thing that you think of when you’re considering how to make your commute easier, it definitely ranks at the top of the list once you know the benefits of it. Think about that moment right after you get off work. It’s 5:00 and you’re walking out to your car which has been baking in the sun all day. As soon as you open the door, you’re hit with a wave of blistering heat that makes you sweaty and uncomfortable on the ride home. If that’s ever happened to you, then you’re a prime candidate for car window tinting products. Although the effectiveness of car window tinting varies from product to product, you can usually count on it filtering out at least 98% of the sun’s UV rays. By extension, this also keeps the majority of heat from building up in your car, which means it’s going to be far more comfortable when you step into it to take on rush hour traffic.

Car Audio Installation

Nothing quite makes a commute fly by like the perfect soundtrack or podcast, which is why car stereo installation and speaker packages rank high with our customers who spend a lot of time on the road. The beauty of upgrading your car audio is that you’ll get a lot of bang for your buck on aftermarket car stereos and other car audio equipment such as speakers and amps. In most cases, you can get a car stereo that has all the latest features such as touchscreen navigation, Bluetooth, and Apple/Android smartphone integration for only a few hundred bucks. If you’re looking to make your daily commute more enjoyable, investing a little cash into your car audio is the way to go.

Car Alarm

When it comes to commuting, the last thing you want is to feel like your car isn’t protected. That’s why we recommend car alarm installation for anyone that parks their car in an unsafe or questionable area after their morning commute. You will be the first to know in the event that any would-be crooks attempt to break into it, which provides peace of mind during your workday. Car alarm installation ensures that your car will be parked right where you left it when it comes time to head back home.

Custom Wheels and Tires

The advantage of custom wheels and tires is they not only make your commute better with improved handling, but they also elevate the car’s overall aesthetic and appeal. Upgrading to custom wheels and tires can be a pricey venture, but you’re going to get improved performance with better cornering and traction. Regarding the wheel portion, many wheels these days come in lightweight metals that are built to be more durable than what the manufacturer outfits the vehicle with. Depending on the wheel and tire combo you get, you may be able to improve the overall driving experience of the car, which works out great for daily commuters. To start your search, Google “wheels and tires near me” or “custom wheels and tires.” From there, you can begin narrowing down your selection based upon the year, make, and model of your car, truck, or SUV. 

Video Screen Entertainment

Commuting isn’t just for lone individuals. People take their kids to and from school and they carpool back and forth from the office to save on gas. In the event that you have passengers sitting in the backseat on a regular basis, why not give them something to watch while they ride? We’re speaking, of course, about video screens, which can either be installed in-dash, in the backside of headrests, or into the underside of your vehicle’s roof. The next time you commute to work or school, you can stream Netflix or your favorite DVD right to the video screens.

Upgrade Your Ride Today!

Now that you know about the items and accessories that can make your commute a little easier, all that’s left is to select which ones you want installed on your ride. We make vehicle upgrades easy here at Car Stereo City San Diego. Simply drop by our storefront at 8252 Clairemont Mesa Blvd. in San Diego and let our experts know about the products you’re interested in seeing. We carry the largest stock and widest variety of aftermarket car audio and accessories right here in the store, so we should have everything you need to get your ride ready for its daily commute. Contact us today with any questions.

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