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Give your ride a major tech upgrade for just $20.

Amazon's Alexa seems to be everywhere these days—in your living room, kitchen, and even your garage. But the one place where it's less common? Your vehicle. Amazon wished to change that, so it released the Echo Auto—where you can chat with Alexa, listen to some tunes, make calls, or access smart features at your home before you get there.

Amazon and a few other retailers now have the Echo Auto on sale for just $19.99, or 60 percent off. That's a heckuva deal for all the helpful features you can now bring into your vehicle. It's super easy to set up, and there are multiple options if your car is older. Basically, Echo Auto connects to your phone through the Alexa app and is then sent through your car's speakers via Bluetooth or auxiliary. It's a great option for caretakers of older vehicles who want to stay connected on the road, even with the vintage radio smiling through the dash.

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Inside the package, you'll get the Echo Auto, a vent mount, an in-car power adapter for the 12-volt plug, a three-foot micro USB cable, a three-foot auxiliary cable, and a quick-start guide. The vent mount is compatible with most vehicles' air vents, but check the chart to make sure.

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The one extra product you might need—if you don't have built-in Bluetooth or an aux port—is a Bluetooth transmitter. We recommend this one, which features two extra USB ports for your Echo Auto and to charge your phone.

You might spot some negative reviews, but keep in mind they're from 2019. Three years later, we trust that Amazon has fixed the bugs. So for $20, there isn't much to lose! Give it a try and enjoy the hands-free functions while keeping your eyes on the road.

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