Models rated 5V and delivering 2.4A are gaining traction. Some types exceed 3A. Housings come in novelty shapes and are becoming smaller.

Foldable design

Changzhou Honor Electronic Cable Co. Ltd
Changzhou Honor’s model HC-C-8015 in-car charger features a cigarette lighter plug that folds into the base. The dual-USB unit has two input options, namely 12 to 24VDC and 120 to 240VAC. It delivers 5VDC at 2.4A. The CE- and FCC-certified product is protected against short circuits and overcurrent. It comes with a one-year warranty. Price is $3.50. Changzhou Honor requires an MOQ of 1,000 units and has a delivery lead time of 25 days.

Also plugs into walls

Foshan Jianglong Electronic Co. Ltd
The GLAD-053US model from Foshan Jianglong is an in-car smartphone charger that can also be plugged into a wall socket. The dual-USB charger uses 110 to 240VAC at 50/60Hz and delivers 4.5 to 6VDC or 1,000 to 2,100mAh. Charging status is indicated by a blue, red or green LED. The charger has short-circuit and overload protection, a smart IC and high charging efficiency. Charging takes two or three hours. MOQ is 1,000 units and warranty covers 18 months.

MFi-certified

JR Technik Co. Ltd
The SPC-054 model from JR is an in-car charger with MFi certification. It is specifically designed for the iPhone 5. The product supports 5V at 1 or 2.1A. Input is 12 to 24VDC. The charger has a 1.2m-long straight cable and comes in a range of colors. It has CE, FCC and RoHS marks.

Lightweight, compact

Shenzhen High Wave Technology Co. Ltd
Shenzhen High Wave’s model CA23 in-car charger features a lightweight and compact design measuring 66x32x30mm. Its housing is made of ABS. The 5V product has two USB ports delivering 1 and 2.1A. Input is 12 to 24V. An indicator light ring shows power status. Additional features include UV coating and a sophisticated circuit design with protection from overcurrent and -voltage, and short circuits.

Flower power

Star Technology Industrial Co. Ltd
Designed specifically as a Valentine’s Day gift item, the ST-CC520 model from Star has a cigarette lighter plug with a rose-shaped base. The last has a clear cover that doubles as a stand. The in-car charger is rated at 5V and provides 3.1A. Input current is 12 to 24V. The built-in IC has overload, -current and -temperature, and short-circuit protection. The ABS charger is 38x38x83mm. Different colors are available for the rose.

Mini charger

Wang Huei Electronic Technology Ltd
Wang Huei’s WH-876 model is an in-car charger measuring only 22x22x64mm. It has two USB ports delivering 5VDC at 3.4A. Input is 12 to 24V. The CE-, FCC- and RoHS-compliant unit comes in various colors. ODM samples are ready in seven days.