There are several pieces or components of your audio system that you often find lying around. Well even if it's not an audio component or unit, you certainly don't like seating accidentally on any of them. You can hurt some and some can hurt you.

Your ipod or any other mp3 player falls into the category of pieces of gear that get sat on. Your mobile phone is also another. We can keep counting them but that's not my mission here. I want to explore ways you can avoid that as much as possible.

First and very easily, if you intend to play your ipod (or any other portable player -- usually mp3) while driving, it is in your best interest to get an integration kit that has a car holder or car mount.

If you don't intend to go that route or if you already have an integration kit that does not incorporate a car mount, you can easily get a damage free car mounting device.

I'll talk briefly about two here because of their versatility (they can be used to hold virtually anything). Furthermore, they do not leave scars on your car. This is a good thing if you intend to sell the car or if it is leased. Even if none of these apply to you, who likes a car interior that has been marred by several cuts and incisions?

The first is the dashmount bracket. It makes possible a damage free installation of ipod car kit cradles, mobile phone cradles and other portable devices offering easy access while retaining the integrated look with your car's dashboard and interior.

Dashmount brackets are vehicle-specific resulting in optimum design and simple installation for your particular car make and model without the hassle of drilling or gluing.

The second is the Brodit Proclip Bracket. Brodit Proclip brackets offer you a robust mounting solution for your car's dashboard, giving an integrated look. They give you safe and convenient easy access to your ipod, portable MP3 Player, PDA, mobile phone kit or portable device.

The ProClip range is car specific and can be installed in seconds and does not require any DIY experience, special tools, or glue to install. You do not have to dismantle your dash and your interior will not be damaged when installing.

They are made from robust ABS plastic and are finished in stylish black. You also get detailed easy-fit installation instructions for each specific car make and model.