Getting the Most Out of Your Car Phone Charger: Top Features & Benefits

What is a Car Phone Charger and Why is it Important?

A car phone charger is a device you can plug into your car’s cigarette lighter socket to charge your phone while you drive. It’s a great way to power up your phone when its battery goes flat, so you can always stay connected while on the road.

In this article, you will find out more about getting the most out of phone chargers for the car from top UK-owned digital accessory brand Cygnett.

Benefits of Using a Car Phone Charger 

Having a phone car charger can keep you moving on long stretches of road. You no longer need to worry about finding a place where you can pull up and recharge your phone. That’s not to mention the hassle of finding a wall outlet in a building and having to wait until your phone is charged before getting back on the road.

For these reasons, phone chargers in the car save you lots of time and stress.

Tips for Using Your Phone Car Charger Safely and Effectively 

To ensure safe and effective use of your phone car charger, follow these handy tips:

• Switch your phone off while it is charging. This allows it to charge faster

• Don’t overcharge your phone. Unplug it once it is fully charged to help preserve its battery’s life,

• Make sure your car phone charger is compatible with your particular phone.

• Don’t use poor quality car phone chargers. 

At Cygnett, we know you depend on our phone car chargers and we take this responsibility very seriously. We deliver thoughtfully designed and meticulously engineered and rigorously tested products for quality you can count on.

Top Features to Look for in a Car Phone Charger 

While there’s little doubt about phone chargers for the car being convenient, it’s still important to choose the right one for you.

There are a number of features you need to look for so you can gain the maximum benefit from your car charger. 

Compatibility with Devices

Be sure your phone is compatible with the car phone charger you purchase. For instance, if you have an older-model phone, buying a wireless car phone charger may not be appropriate as your phone may not be compatible with it. Not because it’s the wrong type of wireless car phone charger, but because your older-model phone may not allow for wireless charging at all. 

As well as wireless car phone chargers, other types include USB-A to Lightning, USB-C to USB-C and USB-A to micro-USB. If you are in doubt about the type you need, contact us at Cygnett Care for expert advice..

Cable Length and Thickness 

The shorter the cable for your car phone charger, the faster it can charge up your phone battery. That is because longer cables have greater resistance, slowing down the charging.

Cable thickness is also a consideration. While standard USB cables are normally 28 gauge wires, you may want to get a thicker 24 gauge wire cable which permits more current to pass through to your phone battery. This enables faster charging.

Durability and Material Quality 

No matter how good the car phone charger looks when brand new, be sure to get one made from quality, durable materials. Get your charger from a reputable brand like Cygnett whose products are well made for reliability and longevity. See below for some of our best, high-rated phone chargers for the car.

Safety Features

The latest car phone chargers will charge up your phone by charging the first 50% super fast, then gradually slowing down as they reach 100% charge. This is a far safer way to charge your battery and preserve its longevity.

Cygnett’s Top Picks for Car Phone Chargers In The Market

When it comes to some of the best phone car chargers, Cygnett has you covered. Known as UK’s number one digital accessories brand, our car phone chargers are not only meticulously engineered and rigorously tested but also completely dependable. The following two products are our top picks:

20W Dual Port Car Charger With 20W USB-C PD 

Our high-rated Cygnett 20W Dual Port Car Charger With 20W USB-C PD is an excellent choice of a low-priced car phone charger with phenomenal features.

It is a fast charging unit featuring a dual port and high-speed 0-50% battery charging in only 30 minutes. It is the fastest in-car charging solution for the iPhone 13 series (and previous iPhone models).

Why should you get it?
While most new cars come with USB charging ports, such ports normally deliver slow charging speeds that can’t keep up when you are using your phone. By using the v Dual Port Car Charger With 20W USB-C PD with its 20W fast charging capability, you can confidently use your phone without losing power. You will need to obtain a separate power cable that is compatible with your particular phone, for instance USB-C to USB-A Cables, USB-A to Micro-USB Cables, and USB-A to Lighting Cables.

30W Dual Port Car Charger 

If you want a super-fast car phone charger powerful enough to also charge your tablet in the car, you can’t go past the Cygnett 30W Dual Port Car Charger.

Now you can keep all your technology powered up while you’re on the road.

Capable of charging speeds 3.6 times faster than the most basic 5-Watt car phone charger, with the 30W Dual Port Car Charger, you can even charge both your devices - phone and tablet - simultaneously.

You will also need to purchase a separate cable that is compatible with your phone - see USB-C to USB-A Cables, USB-A to Micro-USB Cables and USB-A to Lighting Cables.

Frequently Asked Questions 

Does a car charger damage the phone battery? 

You may be wondering, does a car charger damage the phone battery? Good question! So long as you use a high-quality car phone charger that your phone is compatible with, your phone battery will not be damaged.

However, if you have a new car with an existing USB port, this may delay charging and damage the battery. So using your own car phone charger, such as the two Cygnett models mentioned above is a much better option for the long term health of your phone battery.

Are car phone chargers universal? 

And what about this often-asked question: are care phone chargers universal?

Car phone chargers are universal, and you will need to use a USB cable that is suitable for your particular phone connection, be it an Android, or Apple iPhone.

Do I need a special USB cable for car charging? 

We strongly advise that you use the correct USB cable compatible with your phone with your car phone charger. This helps to preserve the life of your phone battery.

The cables you could use are: USB-C to USB-A Cables, USB-A to Micro-USB Cables, and USB-A to Lighting Cables. If you are uncertain which is best for your specific phone, feel free to contact our Cygnett Care team to help you make the correct choice.