Mobile heating - advantages and disadvantages
Among the most popular add-ons in cars, especially in winter, there is a heated seat. In many high-end cars, it is part of the standard equipment. In addition to it, you can also choose and windshield heating.
Standard heating
As a rule, seat heating is regulated separately for the driver and passenger. He heats a cold seat almost instantly, so there is no need to wait until the interior of the car is completely warmed up. It is also useful for those who suffer from back pain, especially on long trips.
If seat heating is not installed at the factory, installation of this option is not possible or very difficult. New seats are required that house control cables. In most cases, the effort is not worth it.
Mobile seat heating comes to the rescue, which can be set regardless of the type of vehicle. A mat or cover is put on the seat, which can be removed and used in another car.
Mobile heating - advantages
In car dealerships you can find many models of this equipment. They differ in the size of the mat, the number of heating points (there are those that are designed only for the seat, and there are also completely for the entire chair). Some of the models allow you to choose the degree of heating. The size of the mat is selected depending on the size of the seat.
Heated seats are portable and powered by the cigarette lighter. Some models connect directly to the on-board electronics. This is more complicated, and the mats themselves cannot be easily used in another machine.
Installation of rugs - a children's game It just fits on the seat and connects to the electrical system. Then it turns on and the appropriate temperature is selected. It heats up in seconds.
Mobile seat heating costs its money, and some models cost from 20 euros. Since the mat always covers the seat, the leather and seat upholstery are protected. In this sense, the effect of investment is twofold.
Alternatively, heated covers are available that are pulled onto the seat. They are not so easy to use and their replacement is a bit complicated.
Mobile heating - disadvantages
Each mat requires a separate power source. This will require a tee, which can be found in any store. But this design often spoils the interior of the car.
Native seat heating is better because its wires can be hidden, but such a model will be expensive, and connecting may require skills in working with electrical systems.
Mobile heating is cheaper, easy to install and can be used in various cars. The lack of cables located in plain sight and constantly busy car cigarette lighter.
