Rather than use a backup battery for extra power source
, it is better to bring along an iPod car charger with you especially on long drives. A charger ensures that you play continuous music for an enjoyable ride with or without companion.
You can just plug your charger into your car's 12v cigarette lighter to charge your MP3 and keep it on the active mode while charging. You can also listen to your downloaded music while the device is being charged. Chargers are designed so as not to take up much space. They come in compact shapes and have coiled cords to keep the wires from getting entangled.
Worried about your vehicle's battery life?
A solar-powered iPod car charger is ideal if you don't want to run the risk of draining your car's battery. Since car chargers do make use of your vehicle's battery power, your car might stall due to drained battery after a prolonged usage of your music playing device. This type of charger is not compatible with the first, second and third generation of iPod models though.
Because of its uniqueness, every MP3 player has its own car charger and the electronics market is teeming with chargers to meet each and every type.
When buying a charger, always consider things like what kind of ports come with your car, laptops and other gadgets on which the device is to be used.
Don't prefer an iPod car charger? Then you can just get a car dock that can both charge your car while allowing you to listen to music from your iPod or iPhone through your stereo system.