Car Accessories in Ghana: Simple Upgrades for a Tidier, Safer Drive

Driving in Accra, Kumasi or Lagos asks a lot of you: heavy traffic, potholes, sudden stops and a phone that keeps buzzing with directions and calls. You don't need expensive upgrades to make it easier. A few small car accessories can keep your phone in view, stop things disappearing under the seat and keep your boot tidy.

Here's what's worth adding to your car, and how to choose.

1. A car phone holder you can trust

Most drivers use Google Maps or Waze every day, and Bolt and Uber drivers rely on their phones for every trip. Holding the phone in your hand or wedging it in a cup holder is unsafe and, in many places, against the law. A good phone holder keeps the screen at eye level so you glance at it, not stare down.

What to look for:

• A clamp that fits your phone with its case. Many holders are too narrow for thick or rugged cases.
• A firm grip on the vent. Cheap plastic clips loosen on bumpy roads.
• One-hand use. You should be able to put the phone in and take it out quickly when you park.

Our Car Phone Holder Air Vent Clip with Wide Clamp is made for this. Its wide clamp fits phones with thick cases, a metal hook holds firmly to the air vent, and you use it with one hand.

Already own a holder with a ball-joint mount? The 17mm Ball Head Base for Car Phone Holder is a replacement base that fits holders and tablet stands with a 17mm ball head. Check that your holder uses a 17mm ball before you order, or send us a photo on WhatsApp.

Safety tip: set your route before you move, and don't type while driving. Place the holder where it doesn't block your view of the road or your airbags.

2. A seat gap filler to stop losing things

Every driver knows the feeling: your phone, keys or coins slip into the gap between the seat and the centre console, and you're fishing for them at the next junction. The Car Seat Gap Filler Organiser (Pack of 2) fills the gap on both front seats. It has a built-in cup holder and storage space, plus an opening for the seat belt buckle. It fits most cars and is easy to fit and remove.

It's especially handy for:

• Ride-hailing drivers who handle phones and change all day.
• Parents who need to reach snacks and wipes quickly.
• Anyone who keeps a phone, wallet and sunglasses within reach.

3. Keep your boot organised

Shopping bags rolling around the boot, gallons tipping over and gas cylinders sliding with every turn are messy and sometimes dangerous. The Car Boot Organiser Stick with Velcro Grip is a flexible cushion that holds bags and items in place. Its Velcro bottom grips the boot carpet. Use one, or several together, to secure bigger loads. It's made of nylon, sponge and Velcro.

Tip: put heavy items at the back of the boot, against the seats, and use the organiser sticks to stop them sliding.

Which accessory should you buy first?

If you drive with your phone for directions or ride-hailing, start with the phone holder. If you're always losing things under the seat, the gap filler organiser will make the biggest difference. If you do weekly shopping runs or carry goods for a shop, get the boot organiser sticks. Many drivers end up buying all three, because each one fixes a different everyday problem.

4. Other car care habits that pay off

Accessories help, but simple habits matter too:

• Shade your dashboard. Strong sun cracks dashboards and heats up phones in holders. Park in the shade when you can.
• Keep a small kit: a phone charging cable, tissues, a torch and a reflective triangle.
• Clean the vents where your phone holder clips, so dust doesn't build up.
• Remove valuables from view when you park.

Gaming gadgets for the home and the road

Not everything is about driving. If you have gamers at home, two plug-and-play controllers are worth knowing about:

• Wired USB Controller for Xbox 360 and PC: works with Xbox 360 and Windows PC with a classic gamepad layout and a plug-and-play USB cable. It's an easy way to add a second player.
• 16-bit Wired Controller for SNES Systems: the classic 16-bit layout for retro gaming fans, with simple plug-and-play use.

Check that your console or PC matches the controller before you order. The Xbox 360 controller isn't listed for newer Xbox consoles.

Gift ideas for drivers

Shopping for a driver? A phone holder with a seat gap filler organiser makes a practical birthday, Father's Day or Christmas gift. Add a phone case or earbuds from our phone accessories range for a complete gift.

FAQ

Will the phone holder fit my phone with its case?

The holder has a wide clamp designed for phones with thick cases. If your phone is unusually large, send us the model on WhatsApp and we'll advise.

Does the seat gap filler fit my car?

It's designed to fit most cars and has an opening for the seat belt buckle. If your car has very narrow gaps, ask us on WhatsApp with your car model.

What is the 17mm ball head base for?

It's a replacement base for phone holders and tablet stands that use a 17mm ball joint. It doesn't come with the holder itself.

Do you sell car accessories wholesale?

Yes. Shops, fuel stations and resellers can message us on WhatsApp with items and quantities for a bulk quote.

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Upgrade your car today. Send your order on WhatsApp to +233 50 261 3856. We deliver to Ghana, Nigeria and Sierra Leone. Browse more in Smart Home, Car & Gaming.