The holiday season is here, and it’s time to get your car lover the gifts they wait for all year!
Shipping delays and shortages will be worse this year than last, so now is the time to start thinking about what to get your loved ones.
Finding the perfect gift for the vehicle fanatic in your family can be challenging. It can get confusing between the myriad options out there and not knowing precisely what they might like. So, we thought we would help you out by making a list of 10-holiday gifts for the car lover in your life.
Dash-Mount – Not only is this a useful and affordable gift option, but it can also help keep your loved one safe on the road. It is all too easy to grab your phone and look directly down at it when using your GPS. A good dash-mount will position the phone in a safe location, making your GPS experience much safer.
GPS – If you have a family member that loves the outdoors and wants access to detailed GPS maps, far off the beaten path. You can’t go wrong with a physical GPS. Garmin makes excellent options that are more detailed than what your phone GPS provides; beyond that, they don’t lose reception.
Keychain Accessories – There are tons of cool keychain accessories out there. Some examples are door openers, window breakers (for emergencies), and customized keychain nametags. Google “keychain accessories” and look through all the cool stuff available.
Emergency Kit – A roadside emergency kit can contain MREs, road flares, survival blankets, flashlights, batteries, and so much more. This is the perfect gift for anyone that likes to prepare.
Key Finder – There is nothing more frustrating than losing your keys with no way to find them. Brands like “Tile” make key finders with embedded GPS locators you can access from an app on your phone. Say goodbye to the endless mornings searching for your keys.
Trunk Organizer – This is perfect for the person that likes to have everything in its designated spot or for someone who has trouble finding things when they need them. Trunk organizers are a great way to keep your vehicle sorted.
Tire Inflator – Tools and gadgets have come a long way in the last 5-10 years. We now have access to affordable wireless tire inflators that are the shape and size of your household drill.
Car Care Kit – Armor All makes a great “Premier Car Care Kit” that will satisfy the vehicle lover in your family. The kit costs around $40 and contains everything you need to detail the inside and outside your vehicle.
Car-Guy Shirts – Nothing says “car-guy” like some vehicle merchandise. Find out what your loved ones’ favorite vehicle brands are and find some cool swag for them to wear.
Vacuum Cleaner – Portable vacuum cleaners are now available in models that run off our vehicle’s power sources. You can charge them with your cigarette lighter and USB ports, and they run wirelessly. This is a great gift for someone who cares about the appearance of their vehicle’s interior and wants to keep it looking brand new.
Hopefully, some of these options get your gears turning and help you decide on a fun gift for the car lover in your life. Don’t wait too long to order; shipping delays are here, and item shortages will likely worsen. Take some time now to order your gifts so that they will be here in time. Beyond that, visit your local certified auto repair center if you need help getting to the holiday party this year.
So, before heading to the holiday dinner, visit Dick’s Automotive in Clovis, CA! Contact us to schedule an appointment today to meet our passionate crew of master technicians! Also, visit us on our Facebook page and say hi!
