Other Clever Ways People Use the Slot
Even though grocery bags are the intended purpose, drivers have found plenty of creative secondary uses over the years:
Purse or handbag straps: Keeps bags upright and prevents them from sliding onto the floor
Takeout bags: Fast food containers stay secure during turns and stops
Cell phone holder: Some phones fit horizontally inside the slot (though not the original intent)
Sunglasses or gum storage: Not official—but many people use it this way
Reusable shopping bags: Works exactly like disposable bags, often even better thanks to sturdier handles
The Evolution of Cup Holder Design
Modern cup holders have become surprisingly sophisticated. Older cars barely included them Many modern center consoles now use:Autos & Vehicles
Deep, adjustable cup holders
Sliding inserts or modular trays
Wide, open storage compartments
But you can still buy aftermarket grocery bag hooks that attach to headrests, seat backs, or console sides. Still, the built-in slot remains one of the cleanest, most integrated designs—a solution that feels like it was always meant to be there.
