Vent-style car phone mounts are designed to secure themselves to just about any style of air vent without causing damage. However, installing the mount incorrectly can cause issues. When sliding a vent mount onto the fin of an air vent, push consistently and smoothly, without any jerking motions.

Decide where you want to mount the phone mount Most car mounts can either sit on your dashboard or windshield via a suction cup or adhesive or clip into your air vents.

There are five best places in a car where you can mount your phone - cup holder mounts, air vent mounts, dashboard mounts, windshield mounts, and seat rail mounts. However, what mounts you choose would depend upon the size of the phones you are using and if you want your smartphone in action all the time.