You’re running out of time, but you can still get really cool Christmas gifts for that special car person in your life! In fact, we made a non-affiliate link list so you know you’re not buying anything just because we make money off it. We genuinely love these products and hope you will too!
Griots Garage Products - Griots Products! Use our code RCS10 (which doesn’t pay us per purchase fyi) for 10% off, and we LOVE our Griots products! Here are a few of our favorites we know every car person will love:
LEGOS - You can still run to the Bellevue store and get car themed Legos and they’re fun for anyone.
Quad Lock - We tested it on every vehicle we have, and if you have someone who loves to play hard in their car, motorcycle, side-by-side, or anything, the Quad Lock phone case and mount is the answer!
Fenix PD36R Flashlight - We specifically recommend a USB-C flashlight and the Fenix PD36R tops our list as the best all around flashlight you can get for the money.
A Headlamp - We recommend Black Diamond and Petzel
A Driving School - We think these are worth every penny and they are so fun! Check out our friends at ProFormance, DirtFish and Evergreen AutoX!
A Dashcam! - We recommend what Vortex Radar does, and we are all running the Viofo A119 and A129, both are easy to install (relatively) and here’s everything you need!
Vifo A119 - Front Facing Only Cam
Vifo A129 Pro - Front and Rear Cam
Hardwire Kit - We do not recommend the Viofo hardwire kit as it can let the battery drip too low
Endurance MicroSD Card - Make sure you get an Endurance MicroSD card or you will see file corruption from continuous overwrites
Lens Polarizer - Cuts the flare from the windshield
Apple AirTags - Not just great for finding your keys, but also great at recovering stolen items if you hide them well. If you don’t have any Apple options, the Tile Pros (2022 version) are also an option, but we recommend AirTags above all else.
Avants Membership - If you haven’t picked up on this by now we don’t know how to convince you. Everyone loves Avants. Just ask anyone!
Anything from our off-road gear list - Instead of re-hashing it here, check out our existing list. Our favorites are the kinetic energy strap and MaxxTrax or Tred Pros.
Small Cordless Vac - That awesome shop vac is the best for the job, but for quick, constant cleaning a handy, cordless shop vac is always great to have and we use ours ALL the time.
Winter Floor Mats - We recommend WeatherTech or Husky Liners for most applications, and you should do a tiny bit of research since it does vary model to model.
Pocket Knife - The best Every Day Carry (EDC) knife we’ve found is the Kershaw Leek Carbon, but if you want a multi-tool or something to leave in the car, the Leatherman Charge seems to be the best specifically for car use.
Stubby 3/8 Impact Wrench - The important part here is the “stubby” as it is much smaller and more versatile. Go with the brand of batteries you have, but Milwaukee and DeWalt we feel are the best.
Milwaukee M12 Fuel 3/8 Cordless Ratchet - Even if you’re a DeWalt guy, this is the handy ratchet you’ll always have with you and love using.
DeWalt Tough System 2.0 Cases - These are so versatile we think everyone should have them. From transporting tools to and from the track to keeping things clean and dry in the back of the truck, these are the best cases we have found for transporting anything.
This $20 Husky Tool Kit - Every car person probably has tools, but this is the one we carry in every car, all the time, and we constantly use it! If you want a little more, Costco has a DeWalt kit that is more complete and has a ton of tools in it for $100.
GoPro Hero 10 - We love our GoPros! The more you use them, the more you’ll want to use them. Make sure you get the GoPro cloud subscription too for backing up all that data.
Automotive Art - Classic signs or custom made, this is always fun!
Stocking Stuffers!
Gloves - but we mean utility gloves for your trunk for changing a tire, working on the car, or anytime you need to even clean it.
Small First Aid Kit - Every car needs one, some have them, so check before you get one!
Heel Tread automotive themed socks - The one time you want socks for Christmas
USB-C Charger for your car - We use this little guy because it fits in tight spaces and delivers 30w of power. It’s great for fast charging!
RCS Swag! - Well, we’re kinda limited due to quality control issues, but we’ve got some you can get and you’re running out of time! <- DISCLAIMER: WE DO MAKE MONEY OFF OF OUR OWN PRODUCTS. We use it for hotdogs for you that we give away for free at Avants Off-Road events.