11 cheap car gadgets that upgrade your daily commute instantly

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Prime Day is here, and it's my favorite time of the year to make practical purchases that will make your life easier. And if you've got road trips planned this summer, it's a great time to consider outfitting your car with some new gadgets to upgrade your driving experience.

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From chargers to headrest hooks to emergency gear like jump starters or tire inflators, there's a lot of gear to consider for your ride. Experts at ZDNET, including our in-house gadgeteer Adrian Kingsley-Hughes and me, have tested more than a few of these car gadgets. These are some of our favorite car tech devices you can shop right now -- and some of these items are on sale for Amazon's Prime Day event.

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