You can buy all kinds of Nissan parts and accessories online, from chrome mirror caps and fog light rings to stripe kits and sport skirts. But not all Nissan parts online are for enhancing your ride, there are plenty of helpful pieces of equipment and helpful extras that can be purchased from the comfort of your couch.

If you don’t feel safe parking and your Nissan doesn’t already come equipped with front or rear parking sensors as standard, you may want to consider front and/or rear parking sensors. They will help you maneuver your car in tight spaces, helping to avoid bumps. The rear parking system automatically activates when the car is put into reverse. Front and rear parking sensor kits are generally purchased separately; they can be difficult to fit, so you may want to seek professional help.

Mudguards are another useful accessory that can be purchased online, they are designed to prevent the tire from throwing up mud, stones and other road spray, as well as protect your car’s paint. Nissan fenders are easy to install and include mounting instructions.

Perhaps one of the most popular car accessories are car mats, they are perfect for protecting carpets from scuffs and helping them look like new for longer. You can buy a wide variety of car mats for Nissan online, all of them adapted to your specific model. Whether you choose velvet or rubber mats, they are designed to be easy to remove and clean. Trunkliners or porters are also very useful, especially if you have an animal that you transport regularly or need to carry messy cargo frequently.

If you often need to charge or use more than one electronic device while on the go, a USB hub is the perfect solution. It plugs into your car’s cigarette lighter socket and allows you to connect and charge up to 4 separate devices such as MP3 players, sat navs and mobile phones.

A list of useful Nissan parts online would not be complete without some safety kit. Locking fuel caps, lug nuts and steering wheel locks are priceless when it comes to protecting your car from theft. Locking wheel nuts and fuel caps may cost less than £10 online, but could prevent your expensive tires or fuel from being stolen or tampered with. An engine immobilizer or car alarm can also be purchased online to help protect your expensive investment!