Car monitors are a common upgrade made for a variety of applications, including GPS, DVD players, gaming systems, back-up cameras and as part of the audio system. Gather car monitors information and feature lists from the manufacturers you work with to decide on the manufacturers you will offer your clients.

Create a car monitors list of features most popular or requested by clients; this will aid in your decision making. If not directly connected with a manufacturer of car monitors, find a reputable car monitors provider to work with. To find car monitors to fit the needs of your clients, you should:

1. Offer car monitors as part of a back-up system for the ultimate in safety.

2. Buy car monitors suitable for DVD players and video game consoles for the popular installs.

3. Consider the variety of audio player car monitors and the features they offer.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Buy rear view car monitors to install back-up camera systems

Offer rear view car monitors for back-up camera installations to provide the ultimate in safety for your client. Rear view cameras have become extremely popular, especially in light of tragedies where individuals back over children, animals and property. As SUV's and trucks get longer, it's important to maintain a high standard of safety.

I recommend: Mobile Video 4 Less offers high quality back up camera monitors in a variety of sizes, clarity's and are easy to install. They also offer back up monitors for the rear view mirror. Sewell Direct offers wireless back up car monitors for easy installation and offers discounts for bulk orders.

Find car monitors for DVD/gaming console installs

Use car monitors for installation with DVD players and video game consoles. This is the second most popular audio/video upgrade for vehicles. The monitors are generally one of two styles, either a drop down monitors or a monitor installed into the headrests of the front seats.

I recommend: Mobile Video Zone offers a complete inventory of all car monitors available for video upgrades. This includes flip-down, headrest and in-dash monitors for DVD, TV and video games. Quality Mobile Video offers a large selection of car monitors for a variety of applications at discount prices.

Buy a variety of audio car monitors for use in client installs

Offer a selection of audio car monitors with different features. This is the number one after-market installation in vehicles, the audio/video system. The complete upgrade usually consists of the deck, speakers, subs, and the monitor. The monitor is the control panel for the entire stereo system and can house many features.

I recommend: Crutchfield is one of the best names in the car audio and accessories industry. They offer a large selection of audio car monitors with a variety of features. Radio Man Car Audio offers a variety of audio car monitors as well, including Kenwood touch screen DVD/CD players.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Test all car monitors after installation to ensure the completely electrical system of the vehicle is working properly before returning to the client.