Do you have a truck driver on your gift giving list this year? Whether they’re a local delivery driver, home every night, or working long-haul and only home on the weekends, if you miss them while they’re gone grab a gift that’ll keep them thinking of you on the road!
We’ve gathered our seven favourite gifts for 2022, and we’ll highlight what makes them the perfect gift for under the tree this year!
Heated Lunch Box
As the cold weather hits the west coast, a hot lunch always sounds good in the middle of the day. While this usually means stopping for fast food, any truck driver will appreciate a heated lunch box to keep their lunch warm until they’re ready for a break! Our pick for a heated lunch box includes utensils and a carry bag, and can be plugged into a vehicle power outlet.
LED Beanie
Another cold weather staple - the toque! This beanie will keep a trucker warm, along with lighting the way if they spend any time outside in the dark. This can be especially helpful if they need to check on their truck in the rain or snow, or just want an extra bit of light for checking under their rig. Along with an LED light at the front of the toque, there is also a bluetooth speaker so they can stay connected to their music or dispatch.
Leather Work Gloves
These Carhartt leather work gloves are ready for any truck driver job out there. They have a robust synthetic leather exterior and have extra protection for fingertips and the back of the hands. In addition to the protection offered, these gloves are insulated with a thick lining, keeping any hands warm while working!
Handheld Vacuum Cleaner
Whether they’re keeping their own tractor clean, or have to clean up after themselves in a company truck, having a vacuum cleaner on hand will mean fewer stops at a truck wash. The ThisWorx handheld vacuum cleaner is compact, but without losing any power for cleaning up messes. We’ve put this particular model on our gift guide because it has a 16ft cord and plugs right into the vehicle’s power outlet for easy and accessible charging!
Kindle & Kindle Unlimited
For any truck driver who spends a lot of time on the road and rest stops everywhere in between, finding inexpensive entertainment can be a hassle and not always available when it’s time for a break. A perfect way to pass the time when you’re stuck in the middle of nowhere is with an ereader. Kindle’s newest model is lightweight and compact, making it an easy choice to store in the glovebox or console. Amazon makes this an easy gift, giving away 3 free months of Kindle Unlimited with every purchase! This gift takes out a lot of the guesswork, letting your truck driver pick their own books to read and download.
Duffel Bag
Local truck drivers and long-haul drivers need a place for their stuff! Duffel bags are often an underrated piece of gear for truck drivers, but these handy bags are just the right size and shape to throw in the passenger seat before getting behind the wheel. They can be purchased in a variety of sizes, which caters to truck drivers of all types. The Canway duffel is available in 65L, 85L, and 115L sizes and a variety of colours, to match the needs and style of any truck driver. This one makes our list because of the waterproof outer layer and it folds to take up less than a square foot of space!
Solar-Powered Power Bank
Power banks make the perfect stocking stuffer and are useful for anyone hitting the road! Power banks are a staple these days, providing ample charge for a cell phone, laptop, and many other devices. This X-Dragon power bank is a beast with wireless and cord charging capabilities, including two USB ports, a micro USB port, and a type C port. What really puts this bank above the rest is the solar panel charging. The panels can be disconnected once the bank has a full charge, allowing for great portability.
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From something small and thoughtful to something lavish and considerate, the truck driver in your life will feel loved this holiday season! Follow the blog for more gift guides later this month, when we’ll look at gifts for cyclists, motorcycle riders, and car lovers!