How to Install a USB Port in a Car Without One?
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The method to install a USB port in a car without one is: purchase a cigarette lighter to USB adapter and connect it to the cigarette lighter port. The specifications are divided into 1A and 2A based on current. A USB port, or Universal Serial Bus, is a serial bus standard for connecting computer systems or controller systems to external devices. It is also a technical specification for input and output interfaces, widely used in information and communication products such as personal computers and mobile devices. The cigarette lighter is a component found in all cars, designed to provide a flame source for smokers. The car cigarette lighter can also be equipped with a car inverter, which converts the car's 12V, 24V, or 48V DC power into 220V AC power for use with ordinary electrical appliances.
My car didn't originally have a USB port either, but after some research I found several solutions. The easiest option is to buy a cigarette lighter adapter - just plug it into the lighter socket and it's ready to use. Nowadays you can get ones with two fast-charging ports for just 30-40 yuan. If you think exposed cables look too messy, you can have a built-in USB panel installed at an auto repair shop. The technician will route the wiring through the center console connected to the cigarette lighter circuit, making it both aesthetically pleasing and fast-charging. DIY installation is possible but requires caution - disconnect power before removing the center console panel, and use heat shrink tubing to protect wires from short circuits. As a reminder, it's best to add a fuse when wiring to prevent overload. This modification doesn't affect the original car warranty. I've had mine installed for two years and it works very reliably.
