Stocking Stuffers! Gifts for Car Enthusiasts for Less Than $20 (2024)

We know this looks gross, but if you have a neat-freak perfectionist on your gift list, this dust cleaning gel will help them clean the tiniest particles from every nook and cranny in their car. Pro tip: this stuff also works wonders on a dirty keyboard.

Our pals at Chemical Guys have come up with the easiest way to keep the interior of any car clean. With 50 wipes in a portable package that fits in any glovebox or center console, it's one of the best go-to car accessories we've found.

These are all the rage—and surprisingly affordable and easy to install. They're great for accent lighting and have all kinds of flashing, strobe, and other random combinations, all controlled via an app.

Speaking of air fresheners, how about this pine-scented Sasquatch?

This one is for diners on the go. This french-fry holder fits into any car's standard cupholder to keep your taters upright and within easy reach.

Can we get serious for a second? Every car should have one of these emergency escape tools to break a window or cut a seatbelt. These are particularly important if you drive near bodies of water, because in the event you need to get out of a submerged vehicle, the escape needs to happen quickly.

This fun little rechargeable race car glows in the dark and does little flips inside its clear stunt ball. It also comes with a keychain so it can travel anywhere.

Any car lover on your list will appreciate being able to hang purses, backpacks, groceries, or anything else from these four sturdy seat-back hangers.

It ain't sexy, but boy is it practical. Made of high-grade PU leather and vinyl PVC, this registration and insurance wallet's slim profile provides a soft touch and professional look and drops discreetly into the glove compartment.

Properly inflated tires are the first in a line of safety measures every driver should take with their car. This handy digital tire-pressure gauge fits perfectly in a glovebox—and a Christmas stocking.

Every car lover takes care of their baby. Make car-wash day a bit easier with this 2-pack of lint-free, scratch-free, double-sided, microfiber car wash mitts.

Pop this bad boy in the cigarette lighter and unleash their inner James Bond. Missiles not included.

Searching for the right socket can be a pain. Make any handyperson's life easier with a universal socket. This one instantly adjusts to any size or shape, suitable for standard 1/4” to 3/4” and metric 7mm to 19mm nuts and bolts.

Who couldn't use this? While it retails for just a skosh over $20, this universal mount by respected brand iOttie is the best-selling automotive accessory on Amazon—and it's often on sale. It mounts to the dash or windshield and fits any phone between 2.3 to 3.5 inches wide.

Any driveway mechanic would love to rock these bad boys at the office, parties, or even just out in the garage.

Forget the tired, old pine-tree air freshener; this squirrel in underpants is way funnier. It still smells "forest fresh," but the cheeky design is sure to be a hit with drivers who appreciate a certain brand of humor.

Sure, you could spend over $300 on a 3000-piece Lego Technic kit, but this smaller Toyota GR Supra set costs less than $20 and is still a ton of fun.

Here's a funny gag car gift that could even come in handy at costume parties. This skinny necktie is made of polyester and adorned with vintage car and bike graphics inspired by steampunk. Wacky Races, anyone?

How about these clip-on dip holders? They fasten to a car's vents and hold ketchup, ranch, honey mustard, or any preferred sauce for easy dunking of fries or chicken nuggets. These pair nicely with the french-fry holder above.

Big car, small garage? This shockingly low-tech parking assistant mounts to the garage wall and helps make sure you park in the exact right spot. Just watch the lines as you're pulling in and stop when they align.