Do you remember the times when cars were just a means to travel from one place to another? They’re still that, but so much more now. Car rides can be as luxurious or serviceable as you want them to be with the ever-increasing list of car technology. This ranges from simple gadgets to car systems allowing you to monitor every system in your car. This trend is a boon for anyone who has a great deal of enthusiasm for cars or someone who uses them daily.

These gadgets can prove to be a crucial utility or can serve as an upgrade for your vehicle. Here are the top high-tech gifts for auto enthusiasts:

1. Hum car connected system
Hum serves as a car connected system created by Verizon for assisting any driver through more than 12 features. It works in tandem with the smartphone app of the same name through a connection to your car through the OBD-II port. It also has a speaker that you can clip on to the visor. It constantly provides you with information about every system in the car and alerts the phone through the app in case of a malfunction. It also contacts emergency services in case of a car crash.

2. Stinger USB port and emergency tool kit
This fabulous high-tech gift for an auto enthusiast is a multipurpose device that is useful for anyone owning a car. The Stinger by Zylus not only charges two devices at the same time, but it can also be a life-saver. You can use it to charge your phone through your 12V port and it is also handy in case you are stuck in your car. It comes with a blade that can be used to cut the seatbelt if it is stuck. Furthermore, you can use its spring-loaded glass breaker in case the handles of your doors are jammed in an emergency.

3. FOBO tire pressure system
This tire pressure system is a perfect example of the use of technology to make life better. With the FOBO wireless tire pressure monitoring system, you no longer need to crawl under to check your tires. It comes with sensors that can be attached to the inlet valves of your tires. These sensors connect to your smartphone through Bluetooth to provide real-time updates for tire pressure.

4. Jetpack® Mobile Hotspot
The Jetpack ® Mobile Hotspot by Verizon allows you to turn your car into a moving hotspot. It is capable of connecting 15 devices for approximately 20 hours in a single-time charge. It is a great product for anyone who wishes to stay connected to the information highway while traveling. It employs Verizon’s network, which is the largest in the United States.

5. Brightech Scorpion jump starter
This fabulous high-tech gift for auto enthusiasts offers you assistance that is easier to handle as compared to jumper cables, and costs lower than getting a tow truck. The Brightech Scorpion works as a jump starter and employs a 37Wh lithium battery. It is capable of charging your laptop or revenging your car. Furthermore, it has a 90-lumens LED light that can be used as a beacon during emergencies.