How About a Gift for Your Car This Holiday Season?
9 December 1999
How About a Gift for Your Car This Holiday Season?DIAMOND BAR, Calif., Dec. 9 -- We spoil our kids and pamper our pets, right? So, why not something special for you (and just say it's for that steel-framed friend in the driveway) this gift-giving season? Whether you're a Gen-Y auto enthusiast, or a Soccer Mom on the run, there are hundreds of ways to treat yourself (and that transportation workhorse) while enhancing your ride throughout the New Year. A world of custom auto products -- many you can easily install yourself -- could be the perfect present. They increase a vehicle's style while adding a voice to your self-expression. They're products you'll find indispensable at work, as well as at play, while keeping a keen eye on automotive safety, according to the Safety Equipment Market Association. Gifts that convey your style and self-expression -- We all want to do something special to our vehicle. Be you an outdoor enthusiast, a "weekend warrior," or commuter rushing to finish that holiday shopping, it all comes down to a matter of self-expression. * Stocking stuffer ideas: custom cup holders, side-window wind deflectors, custom decals, a stylized shift knob, a soft cloth car cover, or head/tail light covers * Something for under the tree: storage consoles, custom floor mats, a multi-disk CD changer, running boards, or an auxiliary light kit * Gifts that sparkle in the driveway: custom wheels, a truck bed liner, a custom sunroof, specialty paint treatment, a rear spoiler, or dynamic ground effects kit Indispensable presents for work -- From construction workers to venture capitalists, and from the loading dock to the docking station, everyone needs to be comfortable and productive on the road. With the help of custom auto products, these varied needs can be met with unique technology and utility products. * Stocking stuffer ideas: a seatbelt cover or adjustor, a docking port for your pager, a cell phone holder/charging unit, or a steering wheel sling for your laptop computer * Something for under the tree: a tire-monitoring system, an equipment tie-down system, a massaging seat insert, or a trunk organizer * Gifts that sparkle in the driveway: a new ergonomic seat; a truck bed extender or lift gate; a custom toolbox or side rail storage system; or an on-board computer system Auto accessories that help you play -- Combine convenience with technology and you'll enhance the fun factor in every automotive outing. Custom auto products are designed and available for fun and entertainment on the road. * Stocking stuffer ideas: a CD storage system, enhanced stereo speakers, or custom waterproof seat covers, or a set of high-performance spark plugs * Something for under the tree: a backpack-style clutter manager, a GPS navigational system, an on-board TV and VCR entertainment system, or a high-flow air filter * Gifts that sparkle in the driveway: high performance tires, a locking roof rack storage unit, a pop-up truck bed tent, a carpeted bed liner, or a custom lift or lowering kit Focusing on driving safety -- Discover new and exciting custom auto products that continue to expand a vehicle's safety zone, keeping kids secure and providing parents peace of mind while driving. * Stocking stuffer ideas: a self-dimming electronic rearview mirror, a wide-angle side-mirror, a license plate frame with backup warning system, child seatbelt adaptors, or a remote entry system * Something for under the tree: a battery extender unit, an emergency roadside kit, a remote-controlled jack, or an anti-theft system featuring a built-in pager * Gifts that sparkle in the driveway: run-flat or nail-guard tires, a special signal mirror that warns drivers in your "blind spot," or a custom brake system upgrade Need more custom auto gift ideas? Head out on the Internet superhighway to http://www.enjoythedrive.com and discover a world of ideas to help every day drivers and auto enthusiasts alike find new and better ways to enjoy the drive.