I see multiple brands (monster, delkin, etc.), which brand is best for the car? It should charge the ipod as well. A holder is a bonus, but not a requirement. Thanks!

Apple acessories are best but belkin comes in second if you want a cheap and good alternative

Monster and Belkin are the best for in car acessories. I have a belkin tuner base and my husband has a Monster cable. They both work well, and were relatively cheap.

I think iTrips work really well. They plug into the iPod and without any cords at all, transmit onto the car stereo. Just tune the radio station to dead air and it will play perfectly.THey're noy expensive, either.