A car phone holder is one of today’s essential GSM accessories. On the road, a smartphone serves as navigation, a hands-free kit, and a music player, and for many people, it is also a work tool. In an analysis by the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre, drivers from six countries spent an average of about one to two hours a day behind the wheel. ACEA, on the other hand, states that the average European travels over 12,000 km by car annually[1].
These data show how much of the day we spend in the car and how important accessories become that help organize the space around the driver and use the smartphone in a more convenient and safer way.
Where to mount a car holder so that the navigation screen is clearly visible and the phone does not obstruct the field of vision? What solution will work best in a family car, a company vehicle, or a car used only for occasional trips? In the following section, we advise on which car holder to choose depending on the use, mounting location, and type of device.
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Phone holder – where to mount it for safe driving?
When choosing a mounting location, driving safety and the comfort of using your smartphone should be considered. The phone holder should be within sight, but must not obstruct the view of the road or hinder the operation of car components.
The way the phone is used also matters – a convenient smartphone mount is essential for using navigation, making calls, listening to music, or making phone payments at highway tolls or parking lot entrances.
Couriers, delivery drivers, and people who frequently get in and out of the car will find a one-handed phone holder useful, e.g., magnetic, gravity-based, or automatic.
For longer journeys, it’s worth choosing a model with adjustment or charging. The choice of the right holder depends on the car’s design, frequency of travel, and how the phone is used – these factors determine whether a windshield mount, air vent mount, dashboard mount, or headrest mount will work best.
Car Holder and Regulations In all European countries, it is forbidden to use a phone held in hand while driving. However, detailed regulations and the amount of penalties vary depending on the country[2]. A phone holder itself does not mean that you can freely send messages or change application settings while driving. It is safest to set up navigation before starting the journey and use voice commands. |
Windshield mount, air vent mount, or dashboard mount?
A windshield mount offers a wide range of adjustment and is especially suitable for cars with deep dashboards. Models with a longer arm allow the phone to be brought closer to the driver and positioned vertically or horizontally. An example is the Blue Star Long Arm Classic, designed for windshield mounting.
An air vent mount takes up little space, doesn’t obstruct the windshield, and can be easily moved to another car. This solution works well for daily navigation use. This category includes, among others, the gravity mount Blue Star Black Mirror, Hoco CA56 Plus, and the universal Forcell F-Grip Carbon H-CF509.
A dashboard mount is a good choice when the driver wants to keep the windshield completely clear. Before installation, however, it is necessary to check whether the dashboard surface is sufficiently even and allows for stable attachment of the base. Car mounts fixed to the dashboard should ensure a secure hold for the phone even during dynamic driving. A good example is the Forcell F-Grip IronSecure, which can be attached to the windshield, dashboard, or other flat surface. The mount is made of metal, making the entire unit – including the bending point – resistant and durable. Additionally, strong magnets keep the smartphone in a stable position even during turns or sudden braking.
For passengers traveling in the back, a headrest mount is available. It can be used to attach a phone or a larger screen. A car tablet holder, such as the Blue Star Max Wide, will be useful during longer trips with children, allowing them to comfortably watch movies without holding the device in their hands.
Magnetic, gravity, and inductive charging holders
Our wholesale store offers all types of car holders: magnetic, gravity, clamp, universal, and inductive charging holders. This allows you to choose a product suitable for a specific phone, car, and usage method.
Magnetic holders allow you to quickly secure your smartphone without extending the side arms. Functional magnetic holders, such as Forcell F-Grip MagFlex, Blue Star Easy View, or selected Hoco models, are perfect for people who frequently remove their phone from the car. For MagSafe-compatible models, ensure that your smartphone or case supports this system.
Gravity holders use the phone’s weight to automatically clamp the arms. A gravity phone holder is universal, requires no power, and can be operated with one hand. This is a practical solution when different smartphone models are used by people sharing one car.
For drivers taking longer routes, an inductive car holder can be a good choice. Models enabling phone charging help replenish energy while using navigation. The Forcell F-Grip HS1 Qi offers up to 15 W of power, automatic arms, and can be mounted on the windshield or air vent. Inductive Hoco models and MagSafe and Qi2 compatible solutions are also available.
Car Phone Holders – Solutions for Businesses, Families, and Occasional Drivers
In many industries, a smartphone is a primary work tool, even on the road. Couriers and delivery drivers, as well as sales representatives, installers, and service technicians, regularly use navigation, calls, and company applications. For such users, we offer car phone holders designed for intensive use, where stable phone retention, one-handed operation, and quick screen adjustment are crucial.
Car phone holders mounted in an easily accessible location, such as a vent mount or a dashboard mount, work well. For hours of navigation use, it’s worth choosing an inductive car phone holder.
The same features that are important at work can also improve comfort during private commutes. For daily commutes to work, school, or shopping, a simple model that allows you to quickly place the phone in the holder and just as easily remove it after driving will work well.
For family trips, a headrest mount can be useful for attaching a tablet for rear passengers. They can then, for example, watch a movie without constantly holding the device in their hands.
However, those who frequently travel longer distances should choose a robust car phone holder with a wider range of adjustment or a charging function, which increases convenience and supports phone safety while driving.
TOP 5 most frequently chosen car phone holders at Partner Tele.com
Among the wholesaler’s bestsellers are magnetic, universal models, and holders with inductive charging. The table below presents five of the most frequently chosen options for various applications.
| Rank | Model | Key features |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Forcell F-Grip IronSecure | Foldable magnetic holder for windshield or dashboard. |
| 2 | Forcell F-Grip MagFlex MagSafe | MagSafe-compatible model, equipped with a flexible arm and a rotating head. |
| 3 | Forcell F-Grip MagFlex | Universal magnetic phone holder for windshield, dashboard, or air vent. |
| 4 | Forcell F-Grip HS1 Qi 15 W | Automatic inductive car holder for windshield or air vent. |
| 5 | Forcell F-Grip Carbon H-CF509 | Universal air vent holder, convenient for one-handed operation. |
Phone holders tailored to various needs
Partner Tele.com offers car phone holders tailored to the needs of individual users, families, and companies managing vehicle fleets. A wide selection of products from Forcell, Blue Star, Hoco, and other brands includes both simple models for occasional use, as well as modern car phone holders enabling phone charging. A well-chosen car phone holder improves the comfort of using navigation and helps reduce the need to reach for the device while driving.
1. Sources: Joint Research Centre, „Driving and parking patterns of European car drivers – a mobility survey”; ACEA, „Passenger cars: what they are and why they are so important”.
2. Source: European Commission, European Road Safety Observatory, „New report from the European Road Safety Observatory: focus on distraction”.
