Could Your Older Car Use a Decor Boost?

It's been said that wisdom comes late to some, such as those who long believed that only men were interested in car accessories. When you think about it, women log as much if not more time in cars than men do. Now that car dealers and other auto professionals realize that women are the main decisions makers in car purchases, they've at last turned their attention to female-friendly accessories. According to a survey by the Specialty Automotive Equipment Industry, women are concerned about safety, but they want a lot more too.

For instance those of us holding onto a reliable, but no longer exciting, car might love to add a little personality back into our ride (even if it's just a $10 seat cover!). Here. a few ideas for making your car feel a little flashy again:

• Car Jewelry-Sounds crazy but be honest; a little bling always perks you up. And if it's not your style, think of it for the style-conscious younger woman driver in your life. You'll find a full array of jewelry, magnets, license plate holders and more at www.girlslovewheels.com.
• Window Tinting-Tinting is a lot more than just extra style. Depending on the tint, it can keep your car cooler, make driving safer by cutting down on glare, and offer you some privacy. States have various laws concerning what tints are allowed, so be sure to check first before you buy. A great site to get information about laws and tinting is www.windowtint.com.
• Floor mats-Keep dirt, sludge and kids' candy crumbs out of your carpet with floor mats. Everyone from auto dealers to discounters stocks them and prices vary widely. If you really want to get fancy, you can order custom floor mats including some with your initials in plush materials. Go to www.ggbailey.com for ideas. (Those are their mats in the photo above)
• Cargo nets-We've said it before but it bears repeating; you have no idea how handy these are until you have one. They keep the laundry detergent from rolling over the eggs, hold the kids books, and let you sort packages so you know what to take into work and home. Go to www.cargogear.com.
• Car detailing-Prices range from about $75 up depending on what you have done. That's a bargain when you consider your comfort and the car's resale value. Don't have time to leave the car? Plenty of detailers come to your home or business. Check The industry's association to ensure you find a top-notch detailer.
• Seat belt covers-Driving around in hot weather with a seatbelt sticking to your neck is no way to relax. Consider the plush covers sold at www.autoexpressions.com.
• Organizers. While you're at www.autoexpressions.com, don't miss all the nifty organizers they stock. There's everything from over the seat organizers (at last, the kids' toys won't be rolling under the seats) and trash holders. You can find these at many auto stores as well as Wal-Mart, but this site offers a super selection and plenty of ideas.

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