If you own a modern vehicle, there is a strong chance you already have a USB port in your car, however, its location might not be in the most convenient place, or maybe your vehicle doesn’t have one at all. There are a lot of USB in-car chargers to choose from, however, the Anker PowerDrive 2 Alloy should be one high up on your list.
Wrapped up in a metal alloy casing, the PowerDrive 2 certainly looks the part. Its ultra-compact form factor is short in length that it will not stick out of your 12V power socket that much, which also keeps it discreet when nothing is plugged into its two USB ports.
When combined, both ports offer a power output of 24W, which is more than enough to give full-speed charge to two smartphones or tablets at once. As the demand for more power from your smartphone increases each year, the need to charge their ever-increasing battery capacities grows too. Having a powerful in-car USB charging device becomes a necessity in your vehicle these days.
Thanks to its low profile, if your 12V port is hidden under a sliding cover, its low-profile stance may allow you to leave it in place whilst closing the cover. Keeping your vehicle interior compartment clutter and dust-free. The PowerDrive 2 comes in three colour finishes, Black (which is more grey), Red and Silver.
When charging is underway, there is a small blue LED between both ports illuminates to make sure aware the device is fully operational. Anker’s strong build quality is carried through on this device, with a gunmetal coloured, scratch-resistant alloy surface. Its chamfered ridge and bellowed lip helps with unplugging it, however its so discreet you’ll likely leave it plugged in.
The Anker PowerDrive 2 Alloy Metal Mini Car Charger retails for £7.99 from Amazon or $9.99 in the US, which is a little higher than more common plastic models, but what you get for the extra pocket change is a solid build with quality parts, all packed in a tidy sleek looking metal case that gives a decent level of output for two USB-A ports. If you’re on the lookout for a dual USB in-car charger, make sure you consider the Anker PowerDrive 2 Alloy Charger.
