23 Parent-Approved Gifts For New Drivers That Are A License To Safe And Fun Driving

Those curbs and cones and fences (oh my!) all seem to come out of nowhere. Instead of putting a fresh coat of paint on the front of their car, try these bumpers instead. The rubber bumpers are easy to install and remove (in case they borrow mom or dad’s cars) and can take a beating.

Make your miles safer with a Bluetooth device that can do everything Alexa can. The smart device plugs into your 12V outlet and can charge to other devices via USB. Once plugged in, you can ask Alexa for directions, listen to music or audiobooks, message a friend, or make a phone call.

This heads-up hands-free display will mInimize distractions while helping you navigate your way through town. The device will cradle your smartphone and reflect your navigation on a glass screen that won’t block your view.

This adorable corgi butt car tissue dispenser makes an excellent addition for the ride of any dog lover. This cute doggy tooshie is made from premium polyester to ensure longevity and comes with a large zippered opening so that you can easily refill the tissues.

Don't let its petite size fool you, this mini tire inflator can be a game changer. It has a rechargeable battery so it can keep on going, and is a high-powered compressor that can take care of bike tires and car tires alike

Keeping an immaculate interior is easier than ever with a can of this car cleaning gooey gel. This eco-friendly and sweet-smelling cleaner allows you to get deep inside every nook and cranny, for a professional level of cleanliness.

This anti-sleep alarm for drivers may just save your life on long trips or late-night drives. This scientifically-tested road trip essential is equipped with 8 sensors that monitor electrodermal activity to warn you as soon as your levels of concentration and awareness drop.

Being a new driver isn't all about gaining independence from mom and dad, it's about making them sleep better at night knowing that you're on the road. After paging through this colorful book, your team will have you know how to drive defensively and lower your stress levels.

You'll never send a valuable packet of ketchup shooting across your car again once you start using the DipClip. It fits almost every restaurant's sauce tubs and clips sturdily into your car's air vent to keep them secure and within reach.

Now that you're old enough to appreciate your truck, you'll know why mom and dad always told you to take the trash out of the car. This spill-proof 2.5-gallon trash can hangs from a seat or the center console, keeps your vehicle clean and odor free and has storage pockets on the side.

Don't let sweat ruin that new car smell. Install this waterproof seat cover on your truck's driver and passenger side, and you'll never have to worry about moist aromas again. The waterproof fabric is great after a workout or day at the beach and the covers come in three colors.

You can never have too much emergency equipment in your car and if you need a good place to start this kit by AAA will do the trick. With cables for jumping a battery, flares, basic first aid equipment, tools, and more the compact set ensures smooth sailing on the road.

Do not crash into: the family dog, the garage, or grandma's house. Do crash into: Karen the HOA president's trash cans because she's such a b*tch about the length of the lawn. Your teen will learn so much from this absolutely smashing gag book.

Paying for more than a gallon of gas? In this economy? Help your new driver stay on the road and keep a couple bucks in their pocket with a gas card. They can be purchased in any denomination and work at stations nationwide.

Anyone that lives in a place where it snows a lot will agree that this three-in-one car snow brush is their best weapon against Jack Frost. The device can be turned into a wide broom, a shovel for digging out the car, or an ice scraper in case of really bad weather.

It's all fun and game 'til you're in the middle of nowhere with no reception. When they can't consult Google Maps or call mom and dad for help, this complete road atlas will help them stay safe and get back on the road with confidence and a sense of direction.

You'll feel a lot better if they have to change their tire in the middle of the day or the middle of the night when they've got this emergency visibility equipment kit in their car. It's got a set of two vests, one for them and a friend, and several other reflective elements to alert drivers of their presence.

For people who drive in the city and have to park there, this license plate bumper can come in clutch. When your teen gets a little too close to the car in front of them, the rubber box gently bumps into it, reminding them that they might want to back up a little without causing any damage.