25 Car Accessories, Gifts, & Gadgets Moms Love

Sep 21, 2023

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Whether Mom's a true car lover or needs a little direction, we've got you covered with hand-picked gift ideas for car mothers everywhere.

This article was updated in April 2023 with new info and fresh gift ideas.

Auto enthusiasts have moms too—and, in fact, many moms of car lovers are also car lovers! If you're looking for the perfect gift for a mother who loves her car, no matter the occasion, have we got some great ideas for you.

From easy and affordable tchotchke that stuffs a stocking to sensible, practical automobile gear that will make her life easier, safer, and more comfortable, this list has everything a car-loving mom could possibly want. Whether it's Mother's Day, the holiday season, a birthday, or just to say "I love you, Mom!" check out our favorite gifts for car moms.

Cute, easy, affordable—this 2-pack of car coasters makes a great stocking stuffer. Made of soft neoprene, they measure 2.75 inches in diameter to fit most cupholders. And Mom can trim them to fit, if necessary. Dozens of colors and designs are available.

With its rechargeable battery that offers up to 10 hours of temperature control, this smart travel mug keeps Mom's coffee or tea at the perfect temperature for hours—it even heats to boiling. The 16-ounce capacity makes this mug ideal for commuting, road trips, and weekend campers. Sync it with the app to further dial in your ideal hot drink settings.

If you've got the right kind of mom, consider the gift of mini macrame vintage plant hangers to adorn her rearview. They're real woven cotton, with a real clay pot inside. The included succulent is fake but can easily be replaced with almost anything that makes your mom happy. Each hanger is 10.5 inches tall.

Constructed of eco-friendly density board, this customizable cargo organizer fits in the back of any SUV or in the trunk of any car. Waterproof and durable, it can hold up to 110 pounds of stuff and has aluminum handles for extra strength. Plenty of pockets too—just what a mom needs!

With three color lighting modes and step-less dimming, this glam visor mirror blows the doors off OEM vanity mirrors. Sixty LEDs provide superior illumination in either Cool White or Warm Yellow, and the battery can last up to eight hours on one charge.

A waterproof Oxford trash can with a leakproof, removable liner and lid is the perfect gift for anyone who drives a lot. It comes in two sizes and five colors for a customizable look, and hangs over the seat or sits on the floorboard, out of the way.

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Mom might not be a techie, but she's bound to love the sleek design and easy plug-and-play operation of the new Ring Car Cam. It provides all the functions of a regular dash cam, but in a sexier package. Better still, it syncs with all her Ring Smart Home products. The Ring Protect Go app provides Live View and Two-Way Talk, plus built-in GPS, real-time notifications, and more. Plus, next time there's a fender-bender, there'll be evidence.

Moms love their shades, and these polarized retro classics from Sojos are ideal for driving. They come in 11 distinct frame and lens styles to suit any taste or style, and they won't break the bank so they're ideal for gifting.

There's not a mom on the planet who spends any significant time in the car, either as a driver or passenger, who wouldn't love this. Four spiral balls simulate a shiatsu massage on the back, and the seat vibrates at three adjustable levels. The back also provides soothing heat. Best of all, it's removable and portable, so it's great at home, at the office, and in the car with the included cig-lighter adapter.

This handy device lets Mom bring Alexa right into her car so she can take and make hands-free calls, make lists, set reminders, get directions, or even just play 20 Questions while she drives. It's ideal for older vehicles that lack Bluetooth, CarPlay, etc.

Available in five cool colors and in a variety of sizes and styles (including one for dads), this official Disney graphic tee isn't really car-related—but Mom will love it.

With two Tree of Life diffusers, Mom can keep her car smelling fresh. It comes with 12 felt pads; Mom simply puts a few drops of her favorite essential oil on a pad, drops it into the diffuser, and clips it onto her air conditioner vent.

The perfect stocking stuffer for your mom, but get her a real present too, OK?

Let Mom enjoy the solitude of the drive even with noisy kids in the back seat and honking traffic. They offer eight hours of listening time (24 with the charging case) and Auto Noise Canceling, plus they come in five cool colors. Before all you Apple heads cry foul, rest assured these earbuds will sync seamlessly with either iOS or Android devices. They even activate by saying "Hey Siri."

New moms—or any mom with young kids in child car seats—will love this gift. It takes the old-fashioned baby mirror to the next level with 1080p HD video and even night vision, so mom can keep her eyes on that precious cargo in the backseat while she's driving. Installation is a breeze—it takes five minutes—and operation is so simple even those old-school moms will master it in no time.

Imagine her sliding behind the wheel after a long day's work, slipping off the heels, and pulling on these comfy driving moccasins for the long commute home. Made of handmade genuine leather, they come in 10 colors and feature a durable, nonslip rubber sole.

A roadside emergency kit will help keep Mom safe and prepared—and provide peace of mind for those who love her. It includes 24 first aid supplies, 15 emergency supplies including booster cables and a flashlight, and even comes with a rain poncho, duct tape, and some simple tools.

We know: It's not cute, funny, or sweet—but boy, is it practical, with uses far beyond the interior of Mom's car. The trusty Dustbuster was our Best Overall Car Vacuum in a recent head-to-head test because of its effective suction and ease of use.

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Now here's another fantastic stocking stuffer for any car lover—but especially for moms who love things neat and tidy. This five-pack of super-handy quick-detailing wipes are great for all over the interior of the car, letting Mom easily clean up her car's cabin from the grime that kids so readily leave behind. Fast, portable, easy—that's practical.

Jon Langston is an avid motorcyclist and gear collector whose work has appeared in Men’s Journal, Cycle World, The Drive, Rider, Iron & Air, Motorcyclist, and more.

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