Gift ideas for new drivers

Christmas Gift Ideas for a New Driver

Whether it’s a friend or a family member you are buying a gift for, getting a drivers license for the first time is a big event. Not only does it mean that they are growing up and taking on more responsibility, but it also means that they might want a few new things to enjoy now that they get to take on the road. Even if they don’t have their own car yet, the new driver in your life might need a few odds and ends to spice up their driving style. Check out these ideas for the perfect gift for a new driver.  

Perfect Gifts for a New Driver

There are a few different tools and handy decorations that can take your new driver’s experience up a notch. Check out these ideas and think about picking up one or a few for someone with a shiny new license.

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Key Chain Flashlight: You never know when you might be caught in the dark and unable to see your vehicle’s key hole. A keychain flashlight can come in handy and might save a new driver a few scratches to the area around the key hole. These are an inexpensive and thoughtful gift for new drivers who might be looking for a fun way to add gadgets to their car keys.  
Smartphone to Auxiliary Input: Most new vehicles have Bluetooth compatibility built in these days, but many new drivers find themselves in an older vehicle for the first few years. Either get your new driver a cd holder, or a connection for their MP3 player or smartphone device. This will make playing tunes easier and more enjoyable.  
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Roadside Emergency Kit: Even if your driver doesn’t have their own vehicle, a DIY emergency kit is a great gift. They can put the kit into the car they spend time driving and you can rest easy knowing that they have some of the tools and items they might need if they get into a sticky situation. It won’t prevent a collision, but it’s a good kit to have when you’re stranded waiting for a tow truck. 
Gas Station Gift Card: This gift speaks for itself, but many new drivers don’t have the money to fill up the tank as often as they’d like. Giving them a little gas money to get around might be what they need to get out and practice driving, and it definitely keeps parents happy when the kids aren’t asking for gas money every time they want to go out!