Many people are now installing small car refrigerators in their cars. You shouldn’t be oblivious to the added convenience these small appliances provide. I understand that the installation can be quite complicated. That is why you have to learn more about it.

Here are some tips you might want to consider:

1. Check the available systems of your car. If your car has an air conditioning source, installing a cooler should be easy. In fact, you don’t need an external fridge for that. Just use the air conditioning source to keep your car glove box cool. This should be good enough to chill soft drinks. Unfortunately, they don’t produce as high a temperature as external coolers can. If you’re storing food and other perishables in preparation for a long road trip, you’ll want to get an external cooler.

2. If you are installing a mini fridge, make sure you get the correct option first. Look for a reliable chest refrigerator that can also be used as a miniature, upright version of a full-size refrigerator. It should be able to hold a few soda cans and some of your food without spilling.

The mini fridge can be installed in the trunk. It’s less convenient since you’ll probably have to stop the car to buy a can of soda. However, it is a good option if your only purpose is to have food and drink ready when you need it.

3. Get an inverter to supply current. It can be connected to your car’s 12V DC power. An inverter can be a bit expensive since refrigerators require a lot of power. On the other hand, there are also refrigerators that already work with 12V current. If you haven’t purchased a mini-fridge yet, look for those with a 12V power requirement.

4. These small appliances come with a manual. You should read the manual tediously before doing anything. Carefully follow the safety regulations and the installation instructions.

5. If you want to reduce energy consumption, go for those mini fridges with a solid state feature. Experts said that they are cheaper than standard mini fridges on the market. In addition, they do not consume a lot of energy.

These are the things to consider when you are thinking about installing a small car refrigerator. Remember them when you are looking for a good fridge.