Although in-car infotainment systems have grown increasingly advanced over the years, drivers can still supplement these with smartphone apps for greater convenience. Today’s best apps serve a number of functions, from helping boost efficiency on the road to providing a wider range of musical options. Many cars are now offering enhanced wireless connectivity, allowing smartphone apps to work with the factory car systems for a seamless digital driving experience. The following are a few of the best apps to look for, whether you’re interesting in navigation, information, or efficiency.
Google Maps
It’s hard to beat Google Maps when you need to get around town. This full-service navigation app not only calculates routes for you, but it also keeps track of traffic build-ups on the journey and will give you alternative routes when needed. This can end up saving you both time and money.
Spotify
Music lovers have a number of options out there on the market, with many of the latest models at carsales.com.au and other listings sites already fully loaded with Pandora or satellite radio. Spotify is one of the most popular smartphone music apps, allowing you to create playlists, share your tunes with other users, and get recommendations for new music. It’s easy to use and connects easily with Bluetooth-enabled cars.
iGasUp
Some of the best apps on the market today are designed to help you find the nearest gas station and compare prices in the area. One of the leading options is iGasUp, which is free for iPhone users. This automatically updates data from credit card transaction in the area as you drive around, using this information to give you the top ten cheapest options in your immediate vicinity. You can save a bundle on fuel as a result.
Recargo
Electric and hybrid car owners can also benefit from similar apps to iGasUp, such as the Recargo Station Finder. This helps you find the nearest charging station in your area as you drive around, also connecting with Yelp to help you connect with other electric car drivers to find food or activities. Whether you drive a fully-electric Nissan Leaf or something like a hybrid Infiniti at carsales.com.au, you’ll be able to connect with like-minded motorists and stay fully charged.
Flitsmeister
This Dutch app gives you the location of all the speed cameras in your area, so you can be sure to avoid getting caught in a motorway speed trap. It also is capable of giving you your average speed over time, so you can adjust driving speed to stay just below the limit.
Greatest DRIVE
Do you love the feeling of being in the car, and love to travel hidden highways and back roads? Then you’ll want to download Greatest DRIVE for iPhone, which connects car enthusiasts with other travellers to find the most exciting roads to drive in an unknown area. You can share your discoveries on Facebook and ask for advice for scenic tours or off-roading adventures as desired. This is particularly useful when road tripping or visiting foreign countries with unknown roads.
Whether you use them for travelling or simply to make your commute more efficient,