This is the perfect time of year to start thinking about what we’re thankful for. And if you’re anything like me, you’ll be able to express that gratitude through giving thoughtful gifts to the people you care about most. With that sentiment in mind, here’s a quick gift guide for the car lover in your life.
- Anker Soundsync Bluetooth aux adapter – $35, Amazon – This device plugs into your car and you can connect it to your phone via Bluetooth 5.0, and you’ll be able to listen to music and answer calls on your phone while you drive.
- Audible subscription – $15 per month – This gift would be precious to anyone who has to spend long amounts of time in a vehicle. You’re able to listen to books, podcasts and meditation programs among other things with this subscription.
- Cordless air compressor – $90, Amazon – This tool is just handy to have. If the tire pressure monitor light comes on, this cordless air compressor is perfect for on-the-go tire inflation. It’s even got an automated shut-off feature so you can’t overfill the tires!
- Chemical Guys EQP408 power washer – $200, Amazon – While this one is a tad on the pricier side, the car lover in your life will be able to wash their car without having to spend the money on a professional cleaning. The bonus is, you can also clean your patio, fencing, siding and more!
- Custom car decals – Various prices, Amazon – These are neat because you can customize your decal for the person you intend to gift this item to.
- Custom car portrait – $50, Respoke – Respoke has a full custom vehicle portrait they can put together for the car lover in your life. These are perfect if your loved one really likes a specific car. They can put together a custom vehicle portrait for you that is sure to brighten the day of your loved one when they unwrap it.
- F1 24 (multiple gaming platforms) – Various prices around $50, Amazon – Speeding around the most famous tracks in the world is no problem in F1 24 for whichever platform you have. The car lover in your life is sure to enjoy this video game!
- FOXWELL NT301 OBD2 Scanner – $70, Amazon – This OBD2 scanner helps you understand what specific codes your car’s computer displays on your dashboard. So when the check engine light comes on, you can plug this tool into the car and see what specifically is wrong.
- Gran Turismo 7 – $42, Walmart – This is a game for the car enthusiast. It’s got more than 400 cars from over 60 manufacturers to choose from, so the car lover in your life is sure to find one that sparks joy.
- KALIYADI polarized sunglasses – $20, Amazon – If you’re headed out for a cruise on a country road in the afternoon, don’t forget to grab your polarized sunglasses! The polarized lens on these sunglasses provides up to UV400 protection for your eyes.
- Lego car kits – Around $50, Amazon – What could be more fun than helping the car enthusiast in your life put together a Lego model of their favorite car?
- Philips GoPure portable air purifier – $116, Amazon – If your family goes on road trips, or you commute in traffic, this might be a good idea for you. The purifier has filters that are designed to remove chemicals and odors, like smoke or exhaust fumes.
- Racing tumbler – $16, Amazon – This 24-ounce acrylic tumbler from Rico Industries features a prominent racing and checkered flag motif that will thrill any stock car racing fan in your life.
- Rove R2-4K dash cam – $99, Amazon – When you’re in traffic, anything can happen. With this dash cam though, you’ll be able to drive with the confidence of knowing you’ll be able to review whatever life throws at you on your phone.
- Shopwithgreen camping dishes – $20, Amazon – This stackable dish set has everything you need to set a place for up to four people, and as it’s BPA-free, you can dine with confidence on your next campout.
- Shotgun! The Road Trip Game – $10, Amazon – If you’ve ever been stuck in the car on an hours-long road trip and there’s nothing to look at but traffic or pasture, it should have definite appeal for you. This game can be played with up to four players, and as long as the driver isn’t the one reading the cards, it can be a really fun way to pass the time.
- TENSSENX RC truck – $50, Amazon – This RC truck has a top speed of almost 25 miles per hour, and it will run for about 40 minutes at a time at up to 300 feet of range.
- ThisWorx car vacuum cleaner – $38, Amazon – Sometimes, you just need a vacuum cleaner in your car. This one has a 16-foot cord and, at only 2.4 pounds including a HEPA filter, any dust, dirt, ash or food in the back seat or the floorboards won’t stand a chance.
- Travelambo slim wallet – $10, Amazon – This slim wallet has room for just the essentials. It’s got space for a few credit cards, some cash and it has an RFID blocker in the wallet to protect you from cyber criminals.
The car lover in your life would appreciate any of the gifts in this list, but it’s often the thought that counts. Hopefully we’ve been able to provide some helpful suggestions on things you can get for your car enthusiast this year. Drive® is here to help you find your way to what’s next.
Every product has been independently selected. We are not compensated by any company mentioned in this article. Prices are accurate at time of publication.
