Drivers who are not well-adjusted can also develop pain and musculoskeletal problems over the course of a long drive which is why the ergonomic car accessories that are designed to help you drive safely and comfortably are so important.

Good seats and eye-to-eye distance reduce neck pain and exhaustion while improving driver awareness and road skills.

Seat Cushions

It is not good to drive all the time if you have back, neck or buttock pains [1]. Drivers can need to RM around their seat periodically to alleviate these symptoms, and to unwind trunk muscles, soft tissue compression, and intervertebral disc decompression.

Normality was tested by Shapiro-Wilk test and homogeneity by Levene test. We measured backrest and cushion pressure values by one-way ANOVA (15 sections) and compare with calculate SPD% (equal pressure distribution on seat surface).

Make sure you choose a lightweight and portable seat cushion for the most comfortable seating. Also ensure it comes with non slip bottom and machine wash capability to keep your shoes clean.

Headrests

Headrests are the key to car safety, not to mention relieving neck discomfort and fatigue. Properly fitted, headrests sit flush with your head to avoid whiplash if you encounter a rear-end collision and keep your head straight while driving.

Headrests these days are often height- and angle-adjustable so you’re in full control to customize the position that’s right for you and your body type. Some even come built into the seat shape for a cleaner aesthetic and added comfort.

Variable lumbar support is another car accessory that you need in order to alleviate the pain of the back on long road trips. Simply tilt it just so it hugs your lower back’s natural curve, and move from one position to another until you discover the one that reduces muscle and joint pain.

Steering Wheel Covers

Steering wheel covers can be a low cost and quick investment in the interior of your vehicle for added ergonomic appeal. Seek covers that are comfortable to hold and those that are breathable to prevent sweat and smell.

You will also get more grip and less slip with a textured cover that helps reduce stress on your hands. Also, steering wheel covers with built-in lumbar support reduces back pain and neck pain by holding up the curve of your spine.

Make sure to buy a cover that will fit different steering wheel size so it is as compatible as possible across vehicles. Besides, try to get covers with anti-slip design to avoid jerks or collisions while driving.

Phone Holders

Holders let drivers work their phones without touching the screen. That’s why they can get GPS information, phone calls, and music without looking down at the road. There are dashboard, vent and windshield holders in a variety of mounting systems to accommodate all driving types.

Handyholders raise the phone above your eyes, which makes you feel better and eliminates strain on your neck, shoulder and arms. There are even LED indicators to let drivers know if their phone is charging. Others have telescoping arms so you can tilt the phone as you want to see; still others can be fitted with air vent compatibility so you won’t block airflow when plugged in.

Dog in a Car

A lot of people love to drive with their pets in the car. That’s all well and good for short drives but over longer drives, that becomes too stimulating for dogs and distract the driver; left alone in the back seat, they might get hurt or even distract the driver. Leaky dogs can delay first responders in an accident and could even dispense distraction to drivers, licking, pawing at windows or jumping into the front seat disrupting and distracting everyone in the car.

Researchers suggest using a pet carrier or harness made for car use so that your dog will think of car rides as positive moments and not something that can distract you while driving. Your carrier/crate should be large enough for them to rest in but still have a seat belt on.