15 Inexpensive Car Gifts Perfect For Everyone on Your List

Finding the perfect gift for someone who spends a lot of time in their vehicle—whether or not they’re a car enthusiast—can prove challenging. The best car gifts make commuting, running errands, and even road-tripping more enjoyable, especially if you’re driving to see family during the holidays. In addition, the most valuable car gifts often provide convenience, customization, or assistance during an emergency.

The list of car gifts below can jumpstart your creative juices to help you find that special present for anyone on your list with a driver’s license. These gifts can also make them think of you every time they get behind the wheel. This year, give a Drift premium car freshener subscription to remind your loved ones of your appreciation every month of the year. 

15 Inexpensive Car Gifts For Everyone On Your List 

A person’s car can say a lot about them. What do your loved ones’ vehicles say about the car gifts they need to make any ride in the car an adventure? Check out our list of 15 inexpensive car gifts below for inspiration. 

1. Custom Car-Themed Apparel 

First on our list is the age-old go-to car gift: custom car-themed apparel. From your loved one’s favorite brand logo to witty sayings about shifters, speeding tickets, or playing with cars as an adult, car-themed clothing caters to almost every driver. Plus, you can pick from hoodies and shirts to ball caps and more. 

2. Dash Camera

You don’t have to see more than a dash cam video or two to recognize its value on the road. Most dash cams sit on the dash or just under the rearview mirror to get the best view of what’s in front of you. 

3. Luxurious Car Air Freshener

Our list wouldn’t be complete without a car air freshener designed to uplift the driver and passengers of any vehicle. Drift premium car fresheners feature sustainable materials, clean ingredients, and a long-lasting scent. Our products incorporate essential and fragrance oils and are completely free from phthalates, parabens, mineral oils, DEA, formaldehyde, petroleum, propylene, dichlorobenzene, and other harsh chemicals. 

Choose from our Wood, Stone, and Metal car fresheners made from alder wood, organic stone, and alloy metal. Select scents include Pine, Teak, Amber, Cabana, Grove, and Open Air. Drift’s signature car fresheners are cruelty-free, vegan, GMO-free, and kid- and pet-friendly. 

4. Portable Battery Jump Starter

If you’ve ever been stranded with a dead battery, you already know the value of a portable battery jump starter. Similar to the portable tire inflator on our list, it’s worthwhile to have onboard when you need it most. 

5. Seat Belt Covers

Seat belts are integral to your vehicle’s safety, but sometimes, the edges can bite into sensitive skin. Easily removable seat belt covers add a personalized touch and soften those sharp edges.

6. Car Trash Holder

Door pockets, cupholders, and the backseat have long served as the trash receptacle in many vehicles, but the littering stops with a car trash holder. Regardless of which size or type you select—trash bag, bin, or otherwise—these trash holders make tidying up your vehicle easier than ever. 

7. Custom Decals

What was the last bumper sticker you encountered? If you’ve ever thought to yourself, “I should put that on a bumper sticker,” a custom decal could be right up your alley. Gifting one—with a custom touch, of course—to your loved one can inspire more laughs and stories than any embarrassing old family photo.

8. Steering Wheel Cover

Besides seat covers, a steering wheel cover is one more way to customize your car without affixing anything permanent to it. Steering wheel covers come in a variety of colors, materials, and textures to suit your preferences. 

9. Floor Mats

Most auto manufacturers include carpet floor mats in brand-new models. However, purchasing a set of aftermarket floor mats can help you express your personality and keep your car’s carpet clean. Plus, many are often easy to remove and machine wash for simple maintenance. 

10. Car Detailing Supplies 

Maintaining your vehicle’s interior and exterior can help it retain a higher resale value. Car detailing supplies make a great gift for any driver who keeps their car spot-free, whether it’s leather conditioner, glass cleaner, or a little tire shine to achieve that just-washed wet look. 

11. Inflatable Car Mattress

Overlanding in your vehicle can result in more stiff muscles than fun memories, but not with an inflatable car mattress at your disposal. Most of these mattresses are either universal or model-specific, so be sure to check the specifications before you click “buy.” 

12. Memory Foam Seat Cushion

Unless you’ve got a vehicle with heated, cooled, and massaging seats, you could probably benefit from a memory foam seat cushion. These inexpensive investments could also save you a trip or two to the chiropractor after a long weekend’s road trip. 

13. Car Art and Signage

From framed pictures, graphics, and wireframes to custom signage for the garage, car art is an excellent car gift idea. Custom-tailoring those different signs or art to your loved one’s favorite brand can also win a few brownie points. 

14. Portable Tire Inflator

A staple among off-road enthusiasts and anyone who’s ever had a flat tire in the middle of nowhere, portable tire inflators are a lifesaver. Relatively inexpensive, portable tire inflators enable you to limp to the nearest gas station or service shop to get your tire patched. Plus, many are slim enough to fit in a glove box or emergency kit. 

15. Car Organizer

After owning a car for a few months, it doesn’t take long to start accumulating different personal belongings in the back seat or trunk area. A car organizer doubles as both an organization tool and a way to keep your groceries contained after a trip to the store. Best of all, most car organizers easily fit into a trunk or backseat area, whichever comes standard on your vehicle. 

Give the Gift of Drift Premium Scents This Holiday Season

As you stuff your stockings, craft a tray of scrumptious hot cocoa, and gather with your loved ones this year, set the mood with premium scents from Drift. Our gift subscriptions are available in three-, six-, and 12-month lengths to suit your budget, and you can select from our Wood, Stone, and Metal car fresheners. Treat your friends and family with the gift of Drift this holiday season.