Essential Gear for Every Driver-for-Hire
Rack up those five-star reviews by keeping everyone in the car safe and happy….
That gaggle of passengers who just exited your rig undoubtedly left a little something behind. This portable, rechargeable vacuum weighs 3 pounds and occupies about as much trunk space as a basketball. The 20-volt battery powers 20 minutes of strong suction, and the 4-foot hose extends the nozzle for inhaling corn chips, doughnut crumbs, and pet hair from those hard-to-reach crevices.
Belkin Road Rockstar
Photograph: Justin Fantl
Whether you’re doing airport runs or hauling pub crawlers, your passengers are going to need to charge their phones. Plug the Road Rockstar into your car power outlet. With four USB ports and a 6-foot-long cable to reach into the wayback, everyone in the car can top up their batteries. Once phones are charged, your riders should be more inclined to leave you a healthy tip.
Plantronics Voyager 5200 Hands-free Headset
Photograph: Justin Fantl
It sure would be nice if your friends and family respected your work-life boundaries, but sometimes you have to pick up when they call, even if you’re on the job. The Voyager’s integrated voice controls let you make and receive calls without taking your hands off the wheel, and its noise-canceling microphone keeps your voice clear. With a full seven hours of talk time, you can jabber for almost a whole shift. Just maybe keep the chitchat PG for your riders’ sake.
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