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SmartAdditions was founded to help drivers enjoy more safety and comfort on the road. There is more to that than just making and selling great products.

Information and preparation are just as important as the car you drive and the auto accessories you use. No car, truck, or SUV and no amount of gadgets will make anyone a safe driver if they don't have knowledge and experience. These articles are where we share information and our experiences.

It is better to learn from the experience of others because no one has time to experience everything themselves.

How Does Dirty Glass Turns Annoyance Into Danger?
Accidents

How Does Dirty Glass Turns Annoyance Into Danger?

We don't realize how the invisible build-up on the windshield, both inside and outside, can affect our view. Here are some easy, concrete steps to fix that and enjoy a safer drive. Check regularly...

Driving safetyHow do I hate commuting? Let me count 10 ways

How do I hate commuting? Let me count 10 ways

The things I hate about commuting and 6 tips to make it a little better. Having a better drive is about COLLABORATION not competition.

AccidentsHow the sun makes pedestrians invisible

How the sun makes pedestrians invisible

Hitting a pedestrian while driving is a worst case scenario, and a child is even worse. Preventing sun blindness while driving is vitally important and now it's easy to do.

Auto MaintenanceCar Sun Glare Solutions

Car Sun Glare Solutions

Sun glare is a dangerous distraction, especially when turning when the sun changes it's angle of 'attack'. Having two sun visors gives more protection from the light than having only one (which mos...

Distractions & sun glareADDVISOR outside view

Tinting vs. Polarization - What’s the Difference?

Tinting reduces the amount of light that passes through a material but polarization is needed to stop the invisible danger of sun glare.

AccidentsDangerous driving ahead

8 Common Road Hazards and How to Deal With Them

Here are 8 common road hazards along with tips to deal with them. Make every drive safer and more comfortable.