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For those working on the road, staying connected isn’t just practical; it helps support \u003Ca href=\"https://www.shell.com.au/business-customers/shell-fuel-card/shell-card-content-hub/improve-mental-health-a-checklist-for-drivers.html\"\u003Ewellbeing\u003C/a\u003E and a sense of connection, no matter where work takes you. What are the best options available today?\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003ESmartphone connectivity\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ESo much of our personal and business life flows through our phones, and with cars that support Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, it’s easier than ever to stay connected without distraction.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFrom calling friends and family to streaming your favourite podcasts or accessing real-time navigation, your phone helps reduce the sense of isolation that can come with long hours on the road. Set it up as a personal Wi-Fi hotspot and you’ll keep other devices like tablets and laptops online too, ensuring you can reach out, relax, or catch up whenever you need. Just make sure your data plan can keep up with the way you connect.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003EFixed mobile hotspot\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor drivers who are in and out of their vehicles all day, having to constantly reconnect a smartphone can feel disruptive. A dedicated wireless hotspot device gives you a simpler, more seamless way to stay online. Left plugged into the vehicle, it creates an ‘always on’ Wi-Fi zone, just like you’d expect at home, helping reduce the sense of isolation by keeping you in touch with colleagues, friends and family whenever you need. Every major network provider offers mobile broadband products, and if your vehicle has USB ports, compact USB hotspot devices make it even easier to stay connected without interruption.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003E\u003Cb\u003EEmbedded with OBD-II\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThe deepest integration of all is to purchase a connectivity device that fits your On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II) port, usually located under the dashboard (check the owner’s manual for the exact spot).\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBeyond providing a reliable hotspot for your devices, this setup can be a mind relief while working away from home; OBD-II connectivity allows remote GPS tracking, allowing you safety and peace of mind when travelling alone in remote areas, and offers vehicle diagnostics, fuel and telemetry data through smartphone apps. With a SIM card, your OBD Wi-Fi hotspot runs on the data plan of your choice.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Ch3\u003ETablet mounts\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor full-time drivers, mounting a tablet in your vehicle can be a smart way to stay in touch while on the road. While Apple CarPlay and Android Auto limit which apps you can use, and smartphone mounts can be fiddly at a glance, a larger tablet screen offers a more intuitive way to navigate, manage client information, or even share a much-needed video call with family during a short break.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThis kind of accessibility can help reduce feelings of \u003Ca href=\"https://www.shell.com.au/business-customers/shell-fuel-card/shell-card-content-hub/the-secret-to-happier-employees.html\"\u003Eisolation\u003C/a\u003E, while also offering reassurance that you’re “there” – even when you’re not physically present. You’re still connected and part of life outside of the vehicle. 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