DRIVERS are calling for changes to car interiors to fix an unexpected issue that’s become a big deal for anyone who loves their drinks on the go.
Car buyers are growing increasingly frustrated with their vehicle’s usability, with many calling on manufacturers to adapt their designs.
According to a report by Motor Trend, the size of car cupholders is becoming a hot topic – with so-called “cupholder frustration” a growing concern.
They reported that J.D. Power’s Initial Quality Study claims motorists are using larger reusable beverage containers, such as Stanleys and Yetis, more than ever before.
However, these mighty holders simply don’t fit traditional cupholders.
In a press release, they stated: “Given that owners are now bringing more reusable containers into their vehicles, manufacturers are struggling to keep up with being able to accommodate all the different shapes and sizes that are increasingly available.
“Consequently, owners are again citing more problems in this area, with the expectation that their vehicle should be able to hold different sizes of containers.”
The issue reflects the growing trend of more environmentally friendly habits which sees people using reusable bottles.
Car manufacturers, though, are seemingly struggling to adapt their designs to accommodate these larger containers.
That, in turn, has led to consumers growing frustrated with their car’s cupholder usability – with the issue now considered the third most-reported issue in J.D. Power’s survey.
Furthermore, while solutions like adjustable cupholders have been utilized by brands such as Porsche and BMW, these designs still regularly fail to accommodate large containers.
Speaking with The Drive recently, J.D. Power Senior Director, Auto Benchmarking, Frank Hanley said: “In the survey we ask owners about 227 specific areas where they can report issues with their vehicles across 10 categories.
“Owners also have the ability to write in any problems that are not listed. Cupholders this year was the third most-reported of those 227 items.
“The larger cups are also intruding on access to other areas in the center tunnel like storage spaces and controls in the center stack depending on the positioning of the cupholders.”
STAY COOL
A math professor has revealed to drivers an easy method that can instantly cool down a car during these hot summer months.
Dr. Hannah Fry, a Cambridge University math professor and social media star, recently shared a simple yet effective car-cooling method that has nothing to do with air conditioning.
Taking to Instagram, where Fry (@fryrsquared) has some 1.3 million followers, the fluid dynamics expert said: “That age-old dilemma of choosing between having a non-sweltering car or baffling a passerby because you look like a fool who doesn’t know how to use a door.”
She follows up by offering her own tried and tested method which she swears by and uses herself.
“This is the trick I continue to use,” Fry said.
“It’s what my Ph.D is in: fluid dynamics.”
The method works by strategically using the car’s windows; opening rear windows and then, on the opposite side, rapidly open and close the front door.
For example, if you roll down the window behind the driver’s seat, swing the passenger-side front door open and shut quickly multiple times, this creates airflow – as the movement forces the stale air out of the car and pulls fresh and cooler air in.
Fry added: “When you open and close the door, it sweeps out all the air already in the car.”
Apple CarPlay vs Android Auto
Both are phone mirroring apps for both operating systems that allow drivers to access contacts, make calls, and use navigation apps.
Many manufacturers allow access to both apps wirelessly, and all infotainment systems mirror your phone with a USB connection.
The idea behind phone mirroring apps designed for in-car use is to reduce distracted driving by making essential apps easier to access.
Key features of both apps are:
Audiobook app access Podcast app access Navigational access (Google or Apple maps, which have your personal information already implemented, like your home address, work address, recent searches, and more). Phone apps, with contacts, favorites, recent calls, and more preprogrammed. Messaging apps that can read text messages aloud and transcribe a response through the vehicle’s microphone. Music apps like Spotify, Pandora, Apple Music (iTunes), or others with your personal information, playlists, recent searches, and preferences built in. Calendar events, your car can alert you to an upcoming event or conference. Access to Google Assistant or Siri with vocal cues. Read More Details
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