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Buying a new car is every person’s dream, but dealers in showrooms often push the customer into additional expenses in the name of expensive accessories. Essential items like seat covers, floor mats, dashcam, tire inflators are sold at double-triple prices in the showroom. Whereas these can be easily made available in the market at half the price. These accessories not only save money but also strengthen your security.<\/p>\n
Adherence to traffic rules, evidence in case of an accident or immediate help in case of tire puncture. These small things give big relief in the long run. Experts advise that while buying a new car, choose only the basic variant and buy the necessary safety gear from the market. With this you can save up to Rs 10-15 thousand. Smart shopping makes car ownership both cheaper and safer. Let us know about five such essential accessories.<\/p>\n
Dashcam<\/h2>\n
Dashcam is most important to keep record of any incident that happens while driving on the road. Dashcam which is available for Rs 8-12 thousand in the showroom is of good quality available in the market for Rs 3-5 thousand. Choose a model with rear camera, night vision and loop recording. This serves as evidence in case of accident or theft.<\/p>\n
Portable Tire Inflator<\/h3>\n
During long journeys, there is a facility to fill air immediately in case of low tire pressure or puncture. A good inflator with digital display is available in the market for Rs 1500-2500 as compared to Rs 4-6 thousand in the showroom. Choose a model with an auto shut-off feature.<\/p>\n
Emergency Tool Kit<\/h3>\n
Buy an aftermarket kit consisting of jumper cables, screw driver set, gloves, torch and basic tools. It is expensive in the showroom but the complete kit is available in the market for Rs 1000-2000. In case of any malfunction or accident, it proves helpful in saving life.<\/p>\n
Car Fire Extinguisher<\/h3>\n
ABC type 1 kg extinguisher to extinguish small fires. It is available in the showroom for Rs 2500-4000 whereas in the market it is available for Rs 1200-1800. A must have in every car.<\/p>\n
GPS Tracker<\/h3>\n
This is good for theft prevention and location tracking. Instead of trackers with expensive showroom plans, devices with real-time tracking and geo-fencing are available in the market for Rs 2500-4000. Connects to the mobile app.<\/p>\n
By purchasing these five accessories from the market, you will not only save money but will also be able to make the car more safe. Always choose ISI marked and good branded products. Buy online (Amazon, Flipkart) or from local auto market and get the installation done yourself or from a cheap local mechanic. Smart purchasing doubles the excitement of a new car. Overall, saving of Rs 8-12 thousand is easily possible.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n