27 Insanely Useful Gift Ideas for Teenage Drivers
So, you're looking for the perfect gift for a teenage driver. Find some gift ideas for new teen drivers and teens who's car is their pride and joy. From gifts to help your teen travel more safely to those that personalise their car and make it comfortable.
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Driving Books
There are lots of driving books aimed at teenagers who have just passed their test to ensure their safety and comfort when driving. Best of all it can help but their parent's mind at rest. One to check out is The Driving Book: Everything New Drivers Need to Know but Don't Know to Ask by Karen Gravelle
Bluetooth Hands Free Car Kit
if you teen likes to listen to music while he's driving, he will probably appreciate a bluetooth handsfree kit which will allow him to stream music from his phone through the car stereo speakers. One to check out is the Anker soundsync A3352 bluetooth receiver
The kit also you to take handsfree calls while you're driving.
The kit also you to take handsfree calls while you're driving.
Nondu Car Charger and Car Finder
This is such a cool car charger. It will charge two devices such as an ipad and a smartphone at the same time and it charges them 2 times as quickly as a standard car charger. It also will help you find where you've parked you car if you forget. Just open the Nondu app on your phone and it will direct you to where your car is located. Futhermore that is a light on the charger so you can easily find where to plug your device in when it's dark. Brilliant!
Car Duster
It's amazing how quickly dust can build up in a car particularly on the dashboard. Having a car duster that you keep in the glove compartment is brilliant for keeping the dust at bay. It makes it super quick to dust at the end of a drive or perhaps while you're waiting for a passenger.
The duster can also be used for washing, waxing and general cleaning too.
The duster can also be used for washing, waxing and general cleaning too.
GPS Navigation
If your teen has a smartphone they should be able to get gps navigation on their phone. But if they haven't a gps navigation system makes a great gift. There are also some advantages of having a stand alone gps navigation instead of using your phone. For example, you don't have to worry that your phone's battery may run out on a drive home after you've used it all day (which would be okay if you remember the phone car charger but not so good if you don't).
A gps device will feature offline navigation.
Additionally, a dedicated car gps generally has a larger screen than a phone and a slit screen so it's easy to read and follow the directions. The speakers on a gps navigation also tend to be louder to compensate for engine and other noise inside the car. You phone is also free to play music and take hands free calls on should you wish too.
The Garmin drive 50 Navigator System is a good choice. It has spoken turn by turn directions and speed limit displays.
A gps device will feature offline navigation.
Additionally, a dedicated car gps generally has a larger screen than a phone and a slit screen so it's easy to read and follow the directions. The speakers on a gps navigation also tend to be louder to compensate for engine and other noise inside the car. You phone is also free to play music and take hands free calls on should you wish too.
The Garmin drive 50 Navigator System is a good choice. It has spoken turn by turn directions and speed limit displays.
Driving Sunglasses
It can be really hard to drive when the sun is glaring in your eyes especailly for new drivers. A good pair of sunglassess will eliminate this problem. You can get anti glare sunglasses specifically designed for drivers and many of them look cool too.
The sunglasses featured have 100% UV400 protection lens and blocks 100% harmful UVA, UVB & UVC rays. They are also designed to eliminate glare and reduce eye fatigue. The lenses are also scratch resistant, lightweight and durable.
As well as for driving, they are also fantastic for outdoor sports and activities including skiing and hiking.
The sunglasses featured have 100% UV400 protection lens and blocks 100% harmful UVA, UVB & UVC rays. They are also designed to eliminate glare and reduce eye fatigue. The lenses are also scratch resistant, lightweight and durable.
As well as for driving, they are also fantastic for outdoor sports and activities including skiing and hiking.
Car Organizer
There is always a danger that a teen boy's car can get as messy as their bedroom. To avoid this, get him a car organizer to tidy up all his stuff. You can get organizers with dedicated pockets for valuable such as ipads or cellphones too.
Steering Wheel Covers
Ensure your teen has the best grip of the wheel, giving them ultimate control on the road with a steering wheel cover.
The steering wheel cover featured not only looks good, it's sweatproof and heat resistant.
It keeps the steering wheel cool in summer and warm in winter. Great for cold mornings.
The steering wheel cover featured not only looks good, it's sweatproof and heat resistant.
It keeps the steering wheel cool in summer and warm in winter. Great for cold mornings.
Emergency Road Kit
An emergency road kit is another gift idea that will give peace of mind to a teenager's parents. The AAA 66 Piece Emergency Road Assistance Kit is a great kit to keep in the car and contains essentials such as a flashlight, jump leads, a hand charged LED flash light, a reflective safety vest and 34 piece first aid kit.
Dashboard Car Mount Holder for A Cellphone
If they have a cell phone that they are a likely to use for gps or to play music etc, a cell phone holder is a must. A mounted phone holder means that there is always a safe place to put your phone, so if won't fall off the passenger chair onto the floor.
Gift Certificate for Car Maintenance or Car Washes
Many places offer gift certificates for services such as oil changes and valeting a car. It's worth looking around to see if you can buy a gift card. Or why not make your own gift certificate and give them the money when they require it.
Car Trash Can
Let's face it, teenage boys aren't generally the tidiest of creatures although there are a few exceptions to the rule. Help him to keep his car free from trash, nice and clean by giving him a car trash can for his vehicle. The one above features an easy to access flip top lid which conceals trash and keeps it out of sight. The generous two gallon trash bin comes with 10 trash bags. There's also two stretchy mesh side pockets perfect for storing small items like hand sanitizer or wipes. It hangs securely from most car seats, gloves box or a center console.
Car Care Kit
This set has four premium quality products and accessories needed to keep your car clean inside and out. If the teen boy (or girl) you know loves taking the time to clean and look after their car, this could be the perfect gift.
6 in 1 Emergency Car Tool
This really is a fab tool to have in a glove compartment to give peace of mind that you have options if any emergency ever occurs. The 6 in 1 tool includes the following functions flashlight, hammer (break a window if you ever need to get out in an emergency), seat belt cutter, rechargeable phone power, alarm and magnet
Car Charger
Teenagers use their phones constantly so it's really useful for them to have a car charger so they can top up their devices in the car.
The Anker car charger featured has two ports and an LED light for after dark. Another useful, inexpensive device that can give parents peace of mind that their teen can always contact them.
The Anker car charger featured has two ports and an LED light for after dark. Another useful, inexpensive device that can give parents peace of mind that their teen can always contact them.
Gag Gift - Socks
A fun gift for a teen who has just got their license is a pair of fun socks. They're will definitely be used so it won't be a gag gift that goes in the trash after 5 minutes.
Car Gap Organizer
A car gap organizer perfectly fills the gap between the seat and the center console. It is a great way to keep "stuff" and mess under control in a car. The organizer featured has a coin slot, so stray coins can go in there and you'll never be short of coins when you need them. It also features 2 USB charger so you can charge a phone or device. It also makes a great place to store keys, cards or any stray items you may have.
Drop Stop
Another option of seat gap filler is the drop stop. The drop stop has been featured on Shark TV. It attaches to the seat belt catch via built in slot, it moves with the seat and there is no need to readjust or reinstall.
Each box comes with 2 drop stops (1 for the driver side and 1 for the passenger side; universal fit), a slide free pad and an LED credit card light.
No more dropped phones, coins or keys in the seat gap.
Each box comes with 2 drop stops (1 for the driver side and 1 for the passenger side; universal fit), a slide free pad and an LED credit card light.
No more dropped phones, coins or keys in the seat gap.
Super Cleaner
This super cleaner is an awesome all round cleaner to keep in the car. It's a one product cleaner that will work on all kinds of materials including upholstery , fabric , canvas , leather , vinyl , plastic and rubber. The only thing to note is that it doesn't work on glass or delicate instrument panel screens.
It will work in the interior and on the exterior of the car
It will work in the interior and on the exterior of the car
Portable Car Vacuum Cleaner
We all know teenage boys have a reputation for being messy. Whether this is true or not, a car vacuum cleaner that he can keep in his car is a fantastic way to help him keep on top of the mess.
Plug it into the 12V lighter port to power the vacuum cleaner. It comes with a brush attachment and even has a built in light.
It saves lugging a big vacuum cleaner from the house to do the job, which makes it quick and easy to keep his car clean and tidy.
Plug it into the 12V lighter port to power the vacuum cleaner. It comes with a brush attachment and even has a built in light.
It saves lugging a big vacuum cleaner from the house to do the job, which makes it quick and easy to keep his car clean and tidy.
T-shirt for a Car Enthusiast
This is a great shirt for a teen who is a a stick-shift driver. The t shirt is made from 100% USA-grown cotton and comes in different sizes.
Funny Driver T-Shirt
This is a funny t shirt with the slogan "If You Don't Like My Driving Get Off The Sidewalk"
A funny gift for new teenage drivers who have just got their licence.
A funny gift for new teenage drivers who have just got their licence.
Driving Gloves
Driving gloves are an essential for those winter mornings when. The gloves featured are also screen compatible so you can use your device while wearing them too. The elastic wrist cuff makes it easy to take them on and off. They are comfortable and could be used for other activities as well as driving.
Trunk Organizer
This is a versatile organizer to keep in the trunk of his car. There are numerous pockets for organizing his stuff. It is easily collapsible so can be stored neatly when not in use. Or collapse it down to use it as a seat organizer. Great for storing his study stuff, workout gear, sports items or whatever he needs to transport in his car.
Keyring
Knowing your teenage son is behind the wheel can be a bit worrying for parents. Let you know that you are thinking of them with this keyring. Perfect to keep their keyring on and reminding them to take care and keep in touch!
Car Registration and Insurance Holder
Keep all his documents safe with this document holder. There are 6 clear pockets, 2 large ones. 3 small pockets and a middle one. It's enough to store his insurance documents, cards, vehicle registration, AAA cards etc.
There's a hidden closure which keeps the holder shut tightly to protect the contents.
He can keep it inside his glove box, so they're handy whenever he needs them.
There's a hidden closure which keeps the holder shut tightly to protect the contents.
He can keep it inside his glove box, so they're handy whenever he needs them.
Digital Tyre Pressure Gauge
A tyre pressure gauge is a great inexpensive but super-useful gadget for any driver.
Ensuring tyres are at the correct pressure will mean that they use less gas when driving. It will also keep them safe on the road. Handy to have in the glove box.
Ensuring tyres are at the correct pressure will mean that they use less gas when driving. It will also keep them safe on the road. Handy to have in the glove box.
More Accessories
There are tons more accessories for a car, that make great gifts for teen drivers which I haven't mentioned so far in this article. So here is a quick list. They include, keyring holder for their car keys, air fresheners, steering wheel cover, ice scrapers, a winter car kit, car chargers for different devices and a flashlight
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