How to Listen to Music in Older Cars Without Bluetooth?
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Methods to listen to music in older cars without Bluetooth: 1. Use a USB cable from your phone, connecting one end to the car and the other to the phone's charging port, then play music on the phone; 2. Use an audio cable, connecting one end to the car's AUX port and the other to the phone's audio jack; 3. Insert an AUX Bluetooth receiver into the car's AUX port, then search and connect to the Bluetooth device with your phone to listen to music. Most cars nowadays come equipped with Bluetooth devices. The function of car Bluetooth is to automatically identify mobile phones, allowing connection to the phone without cables or phone holders. Drivers can control the phone without touching it, even keeping both hands on the steering wheel, and use voice commands to answer or make calls.
The issue of old cars lacking Bluetooth for music playback is something I frequently encounter. Having driven an older car for over a decade, my go-to solution is the FM transmitter. Plug it into the cigarette lighter, connect your phone to the transmitter via Bluetooth, then tune your car radio to the same frequency for wireless music playback—it's quick and convenient. If your car has a cigarette lighter port but the audio quality is unstable, try using an AUX cable to directly connect your phone to the car’s AUX port for clear sound without interference. For older cars with a cassette player, a cassette adapter can also deliver decent sound quality. For safety, set everything up before driving; avoid adjusting your phone while driving to prevent distractions. FM transmitters may produce static in areas with poor signals, so they work best in urban areas. Overall, the cost is low, just a few dozen bucks to meet daily needs.
