Family road trips don’t have to be a hassle. With all the gadgets available in today’s vehicles, it’s easy to find the right ones to keep your family happy for several hours. Here’s a look at seven built-in gadgets that can help you on your next road trip.
- DVD Player
- Built-in Speakers
- GPS
- Environmental Control Units
- Bluetooth
- Car Seats
- Anti-theft Devices
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DVD Player
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What better way to pass the time than watching a movie or two? With a built-in DVD player, your child can watch her favorite movies during the entire ride. Thanks to a built-in headphone jack, you don’t have to feel pressured to watch her movies if you would rather read or listen to your music. If your kids each have their own movies they like to watch, you’re better off going with separate external DVD players. This allows them to watch their own movies, and prevents them from arguing which movie to watch next.
Built-in Speakers
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Don’t have enough headphones for everyone in the car? With built-in headphone units, everyone can listen to their own music or movie without disturbing anyone else. No more station hopping or dealing with the kids’ loud music. And the kids won’t be complaining about your music either. You can even listen to your favorite book during the trip.
GPS
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Is your pilot the type that hates to stop and ask for directions? You no longer have to argue about this with the new GPS trackers. Many cars have them built in, or you can install your own. Then, punch in your destination, and let the on-board navigator tell you exactly where you need to go.
Environmental Control Units
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Many vehicles now come equipped with separate environmental control units. You and your family no longer have to argue that the car is too hot or too cold. You can each set your vent to pump out as much heat or air as you please.
Bluetooth
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A built-in Bluetooth system allows everyone in the car to use their devices at any time during the trip. Now you and your family can enjoy your favorite game, book, music, or any other activity to keeps you, and them, happy and quiet for several hours. The system also prevents wires from hanging all over your car, and your picky passengers.
Car Seats
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Built-in car seats also make road trips easier for you, and more comfortable on the little kids. No longer do you have to install and remove child safety seats when you go on a road trip. It’s already installed for you. Just set it up, secure your child, and you’re ready to go.
Anti-theft Devices
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More for comfort of mind, built-in anti-theft devices will make you feel safe and secure when traveling with your family. You can set it every time you have to leave the vehicle to pump gas or buy snacks and know that your family is safe and secure. It’s also great for overnight stays at hotels for keeping your belongings safe.
These seven built-in gadgets are perfect for your next family road trip. They’ll keep you and your family happy for hours on end, and prevent fights and other problems from occurring. If you’re not sure what devices are best for your family, check with your sales rep at JBA Kia or other dealership.
Miles Young is a freelance blogger who specializes in travel, vacations, camping and anything in between. … View full profile
Resources:
http://cartech.about.com/od/Buying-Advice/tp/Best-Road-Trip-Tech.htm http://www.digitaltips.org/in-vehicle/bluetooth.asp
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