If you don’t smoke and you have no idea what to do with your car’s cigarette lighter outlet — that big circular hole in the center console — then do this: turn it into a USB-C charging port! Right now ...

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Most modern cars offer at least two ways to charge up a smartphone, in the form of a 12V lighter socket and a USB port. The latter could be more convenient for many, as it uses the same cable you ...

Okay, here's what's happened: You had to get out of town, fast. Maybe you just need a break, maybe you need to clear out while things blows over. Who knows. Point is, you're in your car, heading out ...

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The diagram shows the circuit of a versatile USB power socket that safely converts the 12V battery voltage into stable 5V. This circuit makes it possible to power/recharge any USB power-operated ...

Every day, countless family arguments arise on the subject of who gets to charge their device on the move. Sometimes a car just doesn’t have enough power sockets to go round, and that’s why ...

Every day, countless family arguments arise on the subject of who gets to charge their device on the move. Sometimes a car just doesn’t have enough power sockets to go round, and that’s why ...

Autoblog aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. When you spend a lot of time on the road, whether commuting, working, ...