Things to buy after buying a new car

Not just a simple means of transportation or a large asset, a car also ensures safety for its users.

Cheap cars are still the most attractive segment for domestic users. However, class A and B cars with prices under 500 million VND often have less equipment or fewer options to reduce the price. Therefore, after buying a new car, many users seek outside services to choose their own "toys" for their "baby".

There are many cases where a new car is not necessarily a "new car". You can refer to the identification of a standard new car or an old car here: Instructions for identifying old cars, parked for a long time.

Not all items are really useful. There are accessories just for decoration, while there are things that the owner should buy for the car to bring the most convenience and safety. Below are suggestions for car toys from Banxehoi.com based on many years of experience using cars, hoping to help you have the best car within your budget and not waste on useless items.

Hull insurance

This is an item that not only cheap cars, but any new car should have. Auto body insurance applies to all external parts of the car. When your car has an accident, from a minor collision to a serious accident, the insurance company will pay for that damage according to the contract.

Hull insurance is very useful after accidents or collisions.

It should be noted that body insurance does not apply to parts such as the engine, transmission, steering system, or in general, the internal parts of the vehicle body.

Auto body insurance rates vary depending on the brand and model of car. For example, Bao Viet Insurance charges 2.55% for low-damage cars and 5.9% for taxis.

Reverse sensor, reverse camera

Cheap cars are rarely equipped with rear cameras or even rear sensors. This is a very useful device, especially for new drivers when moving in crowded streets. This device will maximize its effectiveness in cases of parking and reversing into narrow spaces.

Rear camera is very effective for new drivers when driving in the city.

For cars without a central screen, users can only install a reverse sensor to save costs. Meanwhile, the car screen can be used to integrate images from the reverse camera for support vehicles.

The price of a rearview camera varies depending on the brand and quality. Basically, to support reversing, you don't need a high-end camera. The price of the sensor is usually much cheaper, only around 500,000 VND to have a 4-eye sensor.

Dash cam

Devices that were previously considered modern technology toys on cars have now become popular. Dash cams not only help record beautiful moments on the road but are also a savior when the car collides or has an accident. Images extracted from the dash cam will prove and clearly indicate the vehicle and the cause of the collision, helping the authorities have a basis to resolve the matter most accurately. You will not be afraid of being blamed or encountering the situation of "big car paying for small car" if you strictly comply with traffic regulations and have images recorded from the dash cam.

The price of dash cams is not fixed. There are types that cost more than 1 million VND and some that can cost up to 5-7 million VND. To choose the best camera within the price range, users should pay attention to the resolution (preferably 1080p) and buy high-quality memory cards.

Tire pressure sensor

Small devices attached to tires bring many practical benefits, especially on long journeys. Drivers can promptly detect which tire has lost pressure abnormally (possibly due to a nail or a rock edge causing a tire tear...) to quickly pull over to handle the situation. In case the driver does not foresee the situation, an accident is very likely to occur, especially when the vehicle is moving at high speed.

There are many types of tire pressure sensors. Some have light indicators, but others display the pressure on a small screen placed in the car. The price of a simple sensor with a light signal can be around 3 million VND.

Heat-insulating film for glass

Many companies offer a promotion for installing heat-insulating film when buying a car, while some do not. As the name suggests, heat-insulating film helps reduce the amount of heat from the street radiating into the car, while also limiting ultraviolet rays or protecting the privacy of the occupants.

Heat-insulating film helps prevent heat and limit UV rays.

The front window is usually covered with a brighter film than the rear window so that the driver can easily observe the mirror and the surroundings. There are also many types of film on the market. With heat-insulating film, customers should choose a reputable type to avoid swelling and blistering after a long time of use and receive the best warranty policy. Popular film brands today include 3M, V-kool or Johnson.

Leather seat covers

For cold countries, leather seat covers may not be necessary. However, with hot climates like in Vietnam, fabric seats can make drivers and passengers sweat during long journeys.

A set of Kia Sorento seats after being reupholstered in leather

Cheap car models are often equipped with fabric seats to save costs. Upholstering the seats with leather is very quick and simple. Prices vary depending on the type of leather used. With about 4 million VND, customers can cover a 5-seat car with synthetic leather.

Leather seats are best used on hot days and in cases where liquids are spilled. For example, spilling a cup of coffee on a fabric seat is a nightmare as the brown color can last for a long time and is difficult to clean. Leather seats, on the other hand, are easy to clean.

These are useful accessories. Meanwhile, in the world there are still people who like to buy strange things. This may be a waste for some people but a hobby for others. You can see more at: The strangest car accessories in history.

According to VNN