5 apps that cannot be missing in the car

Apps to use in the car have attracted many people and the practice is increasing as smartphones become integrated into drivers' daily lives.

Many applications integrate functions that make the driver's life more practical, such as paying tolls or even parking through apps.

Here are 5 useful apps to use in your car, ranging from navigation and music to safety and savings:

Waze

Excellent navigation application, with the advantage of being based on information provided by users.

Waze alerts you to accidents, construction works, radars and the presence of police, all in real time.

Among the features:

• Real-time traffic alerts and radars.
• Alternative routes based on live information.
• Notifications about fuel prices at nearby gas stations.
• Integration with music and audiobooks via Spotify.

It's known for finding alternative routes faster than Google Maps, especially in heavy traffic situations, thanks to real-time updates.

Google Maps has an offline mode and is preferred by tourists.

Available for Android and iOS.

Spotify

If you like listening to music, podcasts or audiobooks while driving, Spotify is one of the best options.

It allows you to create personalized playlists, listen to online radio and access a wide music library.

Among the features:

• “Car View” mode with simplified driving interface.
• Voice control so you don't take your hands off the steering wheel.
• Integration with Waze and Google Maps.

Available for Android and iOS.

Drivvo

It is one of the apps to use in the car aimed at vehicle management.

Drivvo helps you track car expenses like fuel, maintenance, and other costs, as well as provide reports on performance and savings.

Among the features:

• Record of fuel and maintenance expenses.
• Detailed consumption and savings reports.
• Maintenance service reminders.
• Travel history and mileage.

Available for Android and iOS.

AutoBoy Dash Cam

The AutoBoy Dash Cam turns your smartphone into a dash cam, recording what happens on the road while you drive.

It can be useful in case of accidents or to capture something interesting.

Among the features:

• Automatic recording when the car is moving.
• GPS integration to add location data to videos.
• Loop recording to save storage space.
• Support HD recording and cloud upload.

Available for Android.

Torque

It is an application that allows you to monitor the performance and condition of the vehicle in real time, using the OBD-II (On-Board Diagnostics) connector.

OBD-II is a diagnostic system present in cars manufactured from 1996 onwards, which allows access to a variety of car data.

On your smartphone or tablet, Torque connects to the adapter, allowing real-time monitoring of car data.

Real-time monitoring:

• Rotation per minute (RPM).
• Engine temperature.
• Vehicle speed.
• Fuel level and instantaneous consumption.
• Turbo pressure (on turbocharged cars).
• Acceleration measurement (0-100 km/h).

Extra features such as HUD Mode: mode of displaying information on the windshield (Heads-Up Display) while driving.

It presents the Torque Lite versions (free) that include basic functionalities, ideal for those who are starting to use OBD-II monitoring apps.

Torque Pro (paid): offers advanced features, such as more detailed customization of dashboards, more sensors and better integration with additional plugins.

Available for Android (not available for iOS).