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41 Tech Gadgets for Auto Enthusiasts

From Miniature Automotive Phones to Luxurious Automobile USBs

— August 20, 2013 — Autos
Tech retailers are constantly trying to cater to a consumer's specific needs and interests as a way to draw in their attention, and these tech gadgets for auto enthusiasts are creatively targeting car-lovers who enjoy mechanics and the open road.

With the variety of technological gadgets such as smartphone covers and digital apps on the market, consumers can easily search for models and designs that are more suitable to their personal interests and style. And these tech gadgets for auto enthusiasts will perfectly suit any diehard fan of both sports cars or mechanics in general. From a flash drive shaped like a luxurious Mercedes Benz to pieces of gaming gear that resemble car parts, these tech gadgets for auto enthusiasts will definitely add a unique and interesting touch to any collection.
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Speed-Enhancing Auto Apps
Speed-Enhancing Auto Apps
The M Power App by BMW Help Auto Keep Track of Driving Data
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40
Touchless Car Controls
Touchless Car Controls
Hyundai Unveils a Gesture-Based System in its New HCD-14 Concept Car
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39
Swipable Auto Keys
Swipable Auto Keys
BMW Introduces Their New NFC Fob Technology
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38
Touchable iPod Auto Connectors
Touchable iPod Auto Connectors
The iKit Autocon FM Transmitter Doubles as a Hands-Free Kit
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37
Luxurious Automobile USBs
Luxurious Automobile USBs
This Mercedes Benz Flash Drive Pays Tribute to the High-Class Car
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36
Inflatable Car Gamer Desks
Inflatable Car Gamer Desks
This Ninja Turtles Inflatable Sports Car Doubles as a Holder
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35
Car Hood Camera Mounts
Car Hood Camera Mounts
The Suction Cup Camera Mount by Thanko Easily Captures Unique Angles
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34
Mobile-Disabling Auto Devices
Mobile-Disabling Auto Devices
'cellCONTROL' Eliminates Phone Use for a Safer Drive
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33
Car-Inspired Tress Tamers
Car-Inspired Tress Tamers
The L-Auto Hair Dryer Mimics a Vehicle Through Mechanics and Aesthetics
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32
Car-Shaped USB Hubs
Car-Shaped USB Hubs
These Extra USB Ports Can Seat Passenger-Shaped Flash Drives
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31
Super Sleek Auto Lights
Super Sleek Auto Lights
The Audi OLED Lighting Display Debuts at CES 2013
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30
Pressure-Proof Phone Protectors
Pressure-Proof Phone Protectors
The Tantrum Cell Case is Strong Enough to be Run Over by a Truck
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29
Car Part Chronometers
Car Part Chronometers
The Porsche 911 Tabletop Clock Looks Like it was Snatched from the Dashboard
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28
Beat-Blaring Auto Accessories
Beat-Blaring Auto Accessories
The Logic3 Ferrari Scuderia F1 is for Music-Loving Gear Heads
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27
Research Robots
Research Robots
The Little ZMP RoboCar Provides Answers to Big Car Questions
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26
Automotive Flash Drives
Automotive Flash Drives
This Truck-Shaped USB Also Has a Portable Speaker and Radio
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25
Car Crash-Inspired Cases
Car Crash-Inspired Cases
The Otterbox Reflex Series Takes Design Cues from the Auto Industry
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24
Smartphone-Operated Vehicles
Smartphone-Operated Vehicles
The CarBot R/C Car Uses Your Cellphone or Tablet to Control It
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23
Smartphone Vehicle Attachments
Smartphone Vehicle Attachments
The Griffin 'In-Car Mounts' are Practical
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22
Sodium-Powered Model Cars
Sodium-Powered Model Cars
The Salt Water Monster Truck Toy Uses Alternatives to Fuel
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21
In-Car Espresso Makers
In-Car Espresso Makers
The 'Handpresso Auto' Makes Hot Beverages While You Drive
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20
Rear-View Movie Screens
Rear-View Movie Screens
The Car Rearview Mirror Monitor Provides an Entertaining Drive
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19
Supercar Branded Laptops
Supercar Branded Laptops
Bentley Gets Geeky With Ego
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18
Real Auto TV Stands
Real Auto TV Stands
The Porsche Design Entertainment Center is Made Out of a Genuine Car
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17
Miniature Automotive Phones
Miniature Automotive Phones
The 'Small Sports Car Mobile Phone' is Perfect for Auto Enthusiasts
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16
Automotive Video Cameras
Automotive Video Cameras
The X-Vue K3 is a Recorder for Your Car
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15
Real-World Gaming Rides
Real-World Gaming Rides
Life-Sized Mario Karts Debut at the 2011 LA Auto Show
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14
Auto Engine Cell Covers
Auto Engine Cell Covers
The Gasket V8 Aluminum iPhone Case is Ruggedly Tough
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13
Open-Source Auto Apps
Open-Source Auto Apps
Ford Introduces OpenXC, a Plug-and-Play Platform for Cars
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12
Auto Ink-Adjusting Pens
Auto Ink-Adjusting Pens
The Pluma Pen Prototype Dreams of an Automated Multi-Colored Pen
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11
Sleek Auto Phones
Sleek Auto Phones
This Porsche Design Smartphone Looks Just as Exciting as the Car Itself
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10
Glass Auto Stereos
Glass Auto Stereos
AccoustiVision Car Windows by Magna International to Replace Speakers
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9
Non-Invasive Navigational Equipment
Non-Invasive Navigational Equipment
The JVC Kenwood HUD Nav System Doesn't Distract the Driver
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8
Upcycled-Auto Gaming Gear
Upcycled-Auto Gaming Gear
This Mini Cooper Multimedia Chair Has Everything For Entertainment
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7
Smartphone Auto Decks
Smartphone Auto Decks
Oxygen Audio O Car Transforms Your iPhone into the Car's Stereo System
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6
Stylish Small Car Docks
Stylish Small Car Docks
This MINI Cooper iPod Docking Station Will Charge Your Device as it Plays
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5
Computer Mouse Cars
Computer Mouse Cars
Cruisin' the Information Super Highway With 'Road Mice'
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4
Showroom Auto Scanners
Showroom Auto Scanners
The Volvo X-Ray App Gives Users a Complete View of the Vehicle
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3
Compact Car-Inspired Turntables
Compact Car-Inspired Turntables
The Soundwagon Portable Mini Record Player Will Drive Around Discs
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2
Smartphone Car Stereos
Smartphone Car Stereos
The Devium Dash Integrates iPhone Music Right into Automobiles
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1
Automobile Gadget Kits
Automobile Gadget Kits
Pack the Valet iPad Car Mount in Your Vehicle
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