Conquer the cold during commutes in your car with this electric blanket.
Winter is officially in full swing and the temperature has taken a dive. Chances are you’re a pro when it comes to layering, and are ready to be bundled in just about every situation.
However, when you hop in the car for your daily commute — even if you’re wearing your warmest puffer jacket — you’re probably going to be colder than you’d like to be. Of course, once you stick your key in the ignition, your car will start warming up. But that tends to take longer than ideal, and not all cars have added luxuries like heated seats (and even if yours does, the tops of your legs will probably catch a chill at some point). Lucky for you, there’s a solution: an electric blanket designed to be kept and used in your vehicle.
Whether you need an extra layer of warmth when commuting between home and work or something to keep you toasty on your next cross-country road trip, this handy gadget will come to the rescue. It’s truly a must-have car accessory for Canadian winters.
Wkokos Electric Car Blanket (This link opens in a new tab)
This heated blanket will help you fend off the frost when you’re driving. It can be plugged into your cigarette lighter for easy use, and is made of soft, cozy fabric. It’s a must-have for commuting, road trips, tailgating, and RV adventures.
How does the Wkokos Electric Car Blanket work?
The 12-volt heated blanket is specially designed to plug into your vehicle's cigarette lighter socket. With the 55-inch long cord, the blanket can be used by the driver, front passenger, or passengers in the back seat — even your pets will love it.
This electric blanket has an ON/OFF button, and you can choose the intensity of the heat (there are high and low settings, allowing you to get exactly what you need). It is best to establish the connection when your car is parked or let a passenger take care of it to avoid distractions on the icy road. Also, it is essential to unplug the blanket when you are not using it, as well as when you leave your vehicle.
It takes less than five minutes to fully heat up and is non-flammable for added safety.
What are reviewers saying about the Wkokos Electric Car Blanket?
The Wkokos Electric Car Blanket has earned itself an average 4.4-star rating and has over 300 global reviews. People love how fast it heats up (most say it only takes about two minutes) and say they’ve left it on for up to three hours straight without any issues. Those who do shift work and often stay the night in their cars and trucks say it comes in extra handy on winter nights when they’re working doubles, too.
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