EV ownership gets better with the right accessories. These 20 are what actual owners buy, keep, and recommend — not the gimmicks you see in clickbait roundups.
Charging
- Level 2 home charger (ChargePoint or Wallbox): The single biggest upgrade for daily EV life. Shop on Amazon.
- Portable Level 1/2 EVSE (Lectron or Grizzl-E): Backup charger for road trips and visiting family without a charger. Portable EVSE on Amazon.
- Extension cord for Level 1 charging (14-gauge minimum): Enables charging when the outlet isn't right next to your parking spot. Must be 14-gauge or thicker — never use a standard extension cord for EV charging. Heavy duty extension cords on Amazon.
- Tesla to J1772 adapter (for non-Tesla EVs at Tesla chargers): With the NACS connector expanding across the industry, having an adapter gives you access to Tesla's Supercharger network. NACS adapters on Amazon.
Interior protection
- Custom-fit floor mats (WeatherTech or 3D MAXpider): Protect the interior from mud, snow, and spills. Custom-fit mats are dramatically better than universal. Floor mats on Amazon.
- Cargo liner: Protects trunk/frunk from groceries and gear. Cargo liners on Amazon.
- Seat covers: If you have kids, pets, or an active lifestyle. Seat covers on Amazon.
Tech and convenience
- PlugShare or ABRP (A Better Route Planner): Free apps that make road trip planning with charging stops effortless. Available in app stores.
- Wireless phone charger mount: Keep your phone charged and accessible on the dash without cables. Wireless charger mounts on Amazon.
- Dashcam with built-in parking mode: Blackvue and Thinkware make EV-optimized dashcams with power management. Dashcams on Amazon.
- OBD-II adapter + car scanner app: Monitor battery health, efficiency data, and range accuracy. Emporia Vue or Panlong OBD adapters with Car Scanner app. OBD adapters on Amazon.
Exterior and storage
- Charging port lock: Prevents someone from unplugging your car at a public charger. Charging port locks on Amazon.
- Charging cable organizer: Keep your Level 1 cable tidy in the trunk. Cable organizers on Amazon.
- Frunk organizer (if your EV has one): Maximizes front trunk utility. Frunk organizers on Amazon.
- Car cover: Especially important for EVs parked outside in extreme cold — helps maintain battery temperature. Car covers on Amazon.
Winter and weather
- Thermal battery blanket: For extreme cold climates. Reduces range loss in sub-zero temperatures. Battery blankets on Amazon.
- Snow brush with foam head: Foam or rubber bristles won't scratch EV body panels. Standard plastic brushes can cause micro-scratches. EV-safe snow brushes on Amazon.
- Winter tires: More important for EV efficiency than for ICE vehicles. Range in cold drops 20–40% on all-season tires; winter tires partially offset this.
The Level 2 charger is the non-negotiable first purchase for any EV owner. Everything else on this list is an incremental upgrade — prioritize based on your climate, lifestyle, and how much you drive. Shop EV accessories on Amazon.