‘Twas a week before Christmas, but you forgot,
That gift for your loved one, who likes cars a lot;
Lucky you there’s a website with plenty for buy‘n,
But you’d better act quickly ’cause time it’s a flying.
Most gifts have free shipping and yeah that is great,
But you’d best pay attention to the order-by date;
Because, though it’s convenient to order online,
Wait too long and they’ll get it on December 29.
Okay, folks, it’s that time of year—the time when you’ve procrastinated right up to the Christmas shopping deadline. We know; we’ve been there. In fact, some of our staff is there now, too.
That’s why we’ve scoured the enormous digital superstore called Amazon to find everyone 10 cool, funny, or (yuk) practical gifts for that automotive enthusiast in your life.
Just so you know, RPM News Weekly Earns From Qualifying Purchases as an Amazon Associate.
In the spirit of the Holidays, let’s start with some fun items
#1
Gear Shift Hoodie
Whether you’re a moody teenager or an esteemed Senator from Pennsylvania, hoodies are all the fashion rage these days. With this stylish nylon Gear Shift Hoodie your gear shifter will be appropriately dressed for an incognito mission to Walgreens or a debate with John Fetterman on the Senate floor.
Even though we’re joking a bit, this does have a practical purpose. Shifters can get quite cold. If you’ve ever driven a manual shift car with a metal shifter in a cold weather state then you know what we’re saying.
#2
Macally Cup Holder Tray
Thank goodness, someone finally invented a burger / cell phone organizer combo. To some folks, this may underscore the sad state of the human race at the moment, but a lot of people do drive for a living and many of those people eat on the go. So why not tune into your favorite streaming service as you eat?
#3
Adult Automotive Activity Book for The Car Enthusiast
File this one under, “Damn…why didn’t I think of that?”
Automotive fans, don’t sit around wasting time on boring ol’ Sudoku this winter, instead. You can spend time searching for automotive terms in Wordsearch or matching automotive events to their respective dates in history with this 68-page, fun-filled automotive activity book.
#4
PULIDIKI Car Cleaning Gel
Nothing says Merry Christmas like a jar of blue goo… Right?
Maybe some crumbs spilled from your burger-slash-phone organizer and stuck in your shift boot. Or perhaps you’re the type who finds contentment deep-cleaning your ride each weekend. Either way, PULIDIKI Car Cleaning Gel is a handy way to remove dirt and dust from the tight crevices in your car’s interior.
The gel is reusable – and if you are wondering how well it works it currently has a 4.1 out of 5-star rating on Amazon with over 78,000 ratings.
#5
HORUSDAY Magnetic Wristband & Universal Socket Grip
A few weeks ago, one of our staff was in the garage rebuilding the carburetor on an old Ford Econoline. Somehow they managed to lose a tiny e-clip. After looking all around the shop, it was nowhere to be found.
Perhaps if this handy magnetic wristband had been in use, the long-lost e-clip would not be so long lost.
But besides its use in the garage, the magnetic wristband also is a great way to hold extra drill bits or screws when doing home improvement projects.
#6
Wagan 6 Quart Portable Electric Cooler/Warmer with 12/24V DC, Small Fridge.
Do you know someone who has always wanted one of those fancy SUVs with a refrigerator but didn’t want to spend $$$ on fancy a SUV? This small fridge could be the gift they’ve been waiting for.
Able to cool to 36°F below ambient temperature or warm to ≈140 °F using a vehicle’s DC plugin, it’s the perfect way to save money on road trips by taking snacks and drinks with you.
#7
SINSEN Car Safety Hammer, 2-Pack Window Glass Breaker & Seatbelt Cutter
No one expects to be in an accident – that’s why they are called accidents. Not to be a downer, but one never knows if they’ll find themselves in a situation where they’ll need to cut themselves out of their seatbelt or break a window to escape. This spring-loaded window breaker can break a window even underwater.
At $11.99, this 2-pack could be the bargain gift you thought you’d never find. Give one to all of your family members, it’s cheap insurance.
#8
Everlit Survival Car Emergency Kit
While we are on the subject of safety, here’s one item that every vehicle should have: an emergency kit packed with all the essentials one might need in a roadside emergency. If you’ve got young drivers, an emergency kit like this is a must-have. Whether you buy an emergency kit like this or already have one, be sure to teach your kids what each item is and how to use them.
#9
Next Level Racing F-GT Racing Simulator Cockpit.
Why couldn’t we have stuff like this when we were kids?
Okay, we admit that we’re adding this one in the hopes that our spouses read this.
Kids of all ages (not just our staff wannabes) can build themselves a cool gaming platform with this gift. This base model includes a high-quality racing seat and is compatible with most gaming systems. Next Level offers a variety of add-ons, including gear shifters, seat sliders, and seatbelts — yes, seatbelts on a driving simulator. Check out their Amazon store for more.
#10
BlueDriver Bluetooth Pro OBDII Scan Tool for iPhone & Android
Anyone who tinkers with modern cars needs to have a good OBD2 scanner. The BlueDriver Bluetooth Pro can read and clear codes on any car sold after 1996.
Besides reading codes, this scanner can also show real-time data and provides codes for Antilock brakes (ABS), tire pressure monitors (TPMS), and Airbag systems. Not all scan tools do this, which is why the Bluedriver is worth the extra money verses the plug-in types that you can buy at auto parts stores.
We hope that we’ve given you a few good last minute shopping ideas for both car enthusiasts on your list and anyone else. But you better hurry.
And, Merry Christmas to all and to all a good…eh, you know the rest.
