Accessories

A USB-C car charger’s headline wattage is only the starting point. The power that reaches a phone, tablet, or laptop depends on the charger’s protocol

A steering wheel cover can make a slick rim easier to hold, yet a cover that slips or makes the rim too thick can leave you with less control and tired hands.

A compact guard can look tidy yet leave the doors streaked with road grime. A longer flap may catch more spray, but it can also drag through deep snow

A seat cover has to protect upholstery without compromising comfort, fit, seat functions, or side-airbag deployment. That balance matters more than the

A warm cabin and a clear windshield make remote start appealing on a cold morning. The useful part happens before you get in: you can start the engine

An OBD-II scanner can display a fault code without identifying the failed part. It may connect to the engine computer while showing nothing from the airbag or ABS system.

An accessory may promise an easier child seat installation, then leave the buckle trapped against plastic or add another connection to check.

A well-rated jump starter can look reassuring in the glove box until a cold morning leaves the engine turning slowly—or not turning at all.

A subtle interior glow can make a cabin easier to use without changing its character. A rushed installation can produce the opposite result: glare in the

A car phone mount has two jobs that can conflict: it must hold the phone securely while keeping the charging coils aligned, cool, and unobstructed.