In this ultimate guide, we will look at the best ways to conceal carry in a car.
Concealing a gun when we walk is pretty easy, but it becomes a challenge, when we're driving. Here is what you need to know.
Concealed Carry Laws
First and foremost, its important to mention that conceal carry laws vary from state to state (if you reside in the U.S.).
In most states, conceal carry laws will typically determine how we carry our guns in our vehicles.
In some cases, your local laws can completely prohibit you from possessing a firearm inside of a vehicle.
Always comply with state and local laws!
If you want to check your states concealed carry laws be sure to visit the US Concealed Carry Association USCCA or NRA-ILA(Institute of Legislative Action) websites.
Best Ways to Conceal Carry in a Car
There are many ways to conceal carry a gun inside your car, but this will depend on your local laws.
Always comply with local laws regarding possession of firearm inside of a motor vehicle.
Lets take a look at best and the safest ways to conceal carry in a car.
Carry on Your Body
Best Carry Position on Your Body
Appendix Carry
In my opinion, appendix carry is bar far the best carry position on your body while conceal carrying in a car. It gives you quick access to your weapon and works well with the seat belt on.
However, digging can be a problem with AIWB, when you're seating in your seat. I suggest you find a good hybrid holster with a soft sweat shield to reduce digging and increase comfort and try adjusting the can and ride height.
Hip Carry (3 or 4 O'clock position)
This is one of the oldest and most popular ways of carrying a gun. If you're not a fan the appendix carry (or you're a lager individual) this might be your best option for conceal carrying on your body while in a car.
It still give you fairly quick access to your weapon, but don't forget to lean away from your gun to access it since the gun is tucked away behind you and your seat belt.
Try using the steering wheel to pull yourself away from the gun to access it. Also, try seating on the passenger seat if right handed, this will make it easier for you to access your weapon.
Back Carry
Vehicle Holsters
One of the most popular ways to conceal carry inside of a car is by using holsters specifically designed you vehicle.
Lets take a look at best types of vehicle holsters.
Car Seat Holster
The holster is usually attached to the bottom of the seat with the gun holstered in-between your legs close at hand. It's attached with a quick release strap that can be easily moved from car to car.
A great Car Seat Holster is the Alien Gear Shapeshift Driver Defense Holster and it fits most gun.
Gun Magnet
Gun magnet is pretty self-explanatory. A very strong magnet is typically mounted under a steering wheel column to hold your gun. It's usually strong enough to safely and securely hold any size guns even while driving on bumpy roads.
It also gives you very quick access to your weapon and its easy to use.
Check out one of the best and most reliable gun magnets, the Gootus Gun Magnet.
Steering Wheel Column Holster
Vehicle Gun Safe
Safely lock your gun away inside of a gun safe. They typically have a mechanical lock and are made from tough and durable materials.
They can be stored in various place inside of your car, but for quick access, we recommend placing them somewhere near the driver's seat.
However, unlocking a gun safe can be severely delayed, if you can't find the key or forgot the lock code.
We recommend you use the gun safe with a biometric lock, which typically uses your finger prints to unlock the gun safe.
This is the quickest way to access your weapon while using a safe.
Awesafe Gun Safe is the best fingerprint identification and biometric lock gun safe.
Final Thoughts
In this guide, we've talk about many different ways of safely conceal carrying your gun inside of your car.
Remember, concealed carry laws vary from state to state and may completely prohibit you from possessing your firearm inside of your vehicle.
Always be responsible and comply with your state and local concealed carry laws.