5 Apps to Enhance Your Driving Experience
Ontario, 22nd August 2020
Even though you should only use your phone hands-free while driving, and even then only when you absolutely must, that doesn’t mean that there aren’t plenty of apps out there that can help enhance your driving experience and perhaps even save you money along the way. Here are five of the best apps that can make the time you spend in your car a little bit easier.
1. Gas Buddy
Location: US and Canada
Platform: Android and iOS
One of the biggest outlays for car owners is gas, however, the app called Gas Buddy might just save you some cash – and help you find your nearest gas station. All you need to do is enter your state, zip code, or city and it will find the cheapest gas stations in your area. The great thing about this app is that the results come from other gas buddy users. If you are the first one to enter a gas station price near you, then there are chances to win prizes.
2. Plugshare
Location: Worldwide
Platform: Android and iOS
For those who plug in instead of fill up, we’ve got you covered too. Plugshare is a great app that allows you to search for charging points near you. They have access to over 300,000 points worldwide through a number of providers, so you’ll always be able to find a charging point in the area. It has a number of neat features such as a filter that allows you to only search for chargers compatible with your car, as well as a map that will show if there are points near your destination. It will even tell you if the charging points are free or paid.
3. Waze
Location: Worldwide
Platform: Android and iOS
Waze has become more than just a traffic app, it has blossomed into a community of drivers that all work together to make driving less stressful. With the app, you can report roadworks or traffic jams to others and receive alerts in real-time. They now have over 130 million people regularly using the app and they have branched out into other areas such as carpool. If you have a spare seat on your journey, you can leave a message and others can tag along if they are going in the same direction.
4. Parkopedia
Location: Worldwide
Platform: Android and iOS
Sometimes it isn’t the driving but where you are going to park when you reach your destination that causes stress. However, Parkopedia is an excellent way to take the anxiety away and save you time. This app offers a lot of information such as the total price for your stay, how long it takes from the car park to your destination, and whether there are any charging points or disabled access in the car park.
5. Find My Car
Location: Worldwide
Platform: Android
If you decided to chance parking without an app, then you might need this one to help you find your car afterwards. Find My Car uses GPS to remember where you parked your car. If you then have a problem remembering where it is, the app will show you the quickest route. You can also use augmented reality to help you visualize your way. You’ll never be lost in a multistory again!
If you’re using an app to enhance your driving experience, you’ll also need to be able to safely use you phone hands-free. This is where Mighty Mount comes in. With a full range of car mounts car mounts available to choose from, you’re sure to find the right one for your needs. Remember, if you do need to use your phone in the car, you need to do so in the safest way possible.