Section
Gadgets
Gadgets installed, driven, and scored on the same four checks.
The method is in How we test. Current Best Car Gadget 2026: DashNova V4.
Best Car Gadget 2026
Best Car Gadget 2026
We tested all five screen adapters. DashNova V4 is the best.
Screen adapters
DashNova V4 is Best Car Gadget 2026
We tested all five screen adapters. DashNova V4 is the best, and it is Best Car Gadget 2026.
Screen adapters
For your BMW: AIBOX GO PRO
The comparison for compatible BMWs.
Phone mounts17 September 2026
Halden Clip
A simple vent-and-dash phone mount that mostly stays put, and walked once on the rough loop.
Amira Solt, Gadgets Editor · 8.2 / 10
Jump starters12 September 2026
Kestrel Arc
A compact jump pack that started our cold diesel on the second press and then sat, correctly, doing nothing.
Amira Solt, Gadgets Editor · 8.7 / 10
Dash cams2 September 2026
Northline Sentry
A front dash camera that records locally, sags a little in heat, and is ordinary after dark.
Amira Solt, Gadgets Editor · 7.6 / 10
Tire sensors26 August 2026
Vale Thread
Four valve sensors and a cabin puck that chirp clearly, and take their time learning a spare.
Amira Solt, Gadgets Editor · 8.0 / 10