Car Tech gift ideas

Aussies love their cars and Aussies love their tech -- so why not get a present that ticks both boxes? Here are some high-tech present ideas that'll put the pedal to the metal this Christmas.

One of the newest generation of in-car GPS, the MiVue also sports a rear mounted camera -- meaning that while you're getting directions, the unit is also operating as a dashboard camera, complete with 'crash-cam' functionality.

If you want "everything but the kitchen sink", then this is it!

An in-car entertainment system that supports CarPlay, Pioneer App Mode and Mirrorlink smartphone mirroring technologies.

Oh and navigation as well.

Logitech's modular case system is one of the cleverest on the market. Each case in the range has a hidden metal plate that lets it work with any of the mounting accessories.

Mounts include the Drive, which uses a suction cap to stick to your window and the clever Trip -- pictured above -- which clips to the air vents in your car.

The Nuvi 2589 LMT is a low-cost no frills GPS that even has Four Square integration for a more exciting take on the traditional "points of interest".

The screen mount deserves some extra attention -- it's just about perfect: easy to install and remove, unobtrusive and very secure, even over rough road patches.

GoPro may rule the motorsports world, but there is reason to look at the Drift Ghost-S when considering an action camera. Two screw mounts allow more flexibility when attaching it to a suction-cup mount, so you can capture that perfect lap from inside or outside the car.

This professionally installed car cradle does more than just hold your phone for you while you drive. It also features a signal boosting external antenna, charges your phone (or tablet) while plugged in and is fully compliant with all Australian hands-free laws.

The range is massive across a huge range of manufacturers and handsets -- and if you're feeling super tech-savvy, you can buy a DIY version to install yourself.