We all know someone who loves to tinker on their rides. Whether it’s repairing or modifying, greasy hands on a Saturday evening is peak automotive enthusiast. They go by many names that all roughly mean the same thing: garage warrior, technician, mechanic—take your pick. No matter what name they prefer, mechanics need tools and gear. And not necessarily the wildly expensive stuff—a new set of screwdrivers or a simple flashlight can be a massive help.
So if you’re looking for that perfect gift for your favorite mechanic, we’ve culled a list of excellent ideas. We’ve got affordable products that do the job, along with some expensive choices if you’re looking to splurge. No matter what gifts you choose, just know you’ll make that mechanic smile—and that’s what it’s all about.
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Best Pocket Flashlight for Mechanics
Streamlight
High-Output Rechargeable Pocket Light
Best Car Vacuum for Mechanics
BLACK+DECKER
Dustbuster 16-Volt
Best Hook and Pick Set for Mechanics
TEKTON
Pick and Hook Set
An Essential Electrical Tool for Mechanics
JASTIND
Test Light
Best Goofy Shirt for Mechanics
Artist Unknown
I’m Here Because You Broke Something T-Shirt
Best Mini Needle Nose Pliers for Mechanics
TEKTON
Mini Needle Nose Pliers
Best Unconventional Gadget for Mechanics
RAK
Magnetic Wristband
Best Way to Clean Up Headlights
Sylvania
Headlight Restoration Kit
To Keep That Garage Warrior Warm
ISILER
Portable Ceramic Space Heater
Best Morning Pick-Me-Up for Mechanics
JENVIO
Starter Fluid Mug
Great Way to Protect Tools
B&C Home Goods
Toolbox Liner
Essential Apparel for Mechanics
Dickies
No-Scratch Mechanic Belt
Best Interior Cleaner & Screen Cleaner
Chemical Guys
Total Interior Cleaner & Protectant
Best Way to Organize Sockets for Mechanics
Ernst Manufacturing
18-Inch Socket Boss
Best Way to Keep A Mechanic’s Power Tools Charged Up
CFMASTER
Heavy-Duty Power Strip
Best Way to Organize Sprays for Mechanics
Eastwood
Extra-Wide Can Storage Rack
Sleek Way to Add Light to a Mechanic’s Toolbox
WOBANE
Toolbox LED Lighting
Best Way to Blare Tunes for Mechanics
DEWALT
20V Bluetooth Speaker
Best Compact Shop Fan for Mechanics
Lasko
High-Velocity Fan
Best Way to Keep a Mechanic Refreshed
NewAir
Minifridge
Compact Hand Cleaning for Mechanics
Grip Clean
Mechanic’s Hand Soap with Brush
Best Stress Reliever for Mechanics
OTC
Slide Hammer Kit
Best Hand Repair Balm for Mechanics
Duke Cannon
Bloody Knuckles Hand Repair Balm
A Mechanic’s Best Friend
CRC
Brake Cleaner
Best Daily-Use Gloves for Mechanics
Mechanix Wear
Original Work Gloves
A Wrenching Game-Changer for Mechanics
BULLTOOLS
Flex-Head Ratcheting Wrench Set
Best Gag Gift for Mechanics
Generic
Blinker Fluid
A Must-Have for Dirty Elbows
Dymon
Scrubs In-A-Bucket
Best Sockets for Tricky Angles
Sunex Tools
Universal Impact Socket Set
Highly-Praised Impact Driver Kit
DEWALT
20V Max 1/4-Inch Impact Driver Kit
Most Versatile Way to Read OBD-II Codes
BlueDriver
Bluetooth OBD-II Scan Tool — iPhone & Android
Essential Pliers for Mechanics
IRWIN
Vise-Grip Locking Pliers
Easy-To-Use Scan Tool for Mechancis
Autel
OBD-II Scanner
The Mechanic’s Choice for Removing Stuck Fasteners
Solary
Magnetic Induction Heater Kit
Best Wiper Blades
Rain-X
Rain-X Latitude Water Repellency
Alien Stickum Technology for Mechanics
3M Safety
Scotch Super 33+ Vinyl Electrical Tape
Top-Rated Shop Vac
Stanley
6-Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum
Versatile Work Lights for Mechanics
Coquimbo
Rotating LED Work Light (2 pack)
Best Scratch Remover
Meguiar’s
Scratch Eraser Kit
Collin Morgan Collin Morgan is the Assistant Commerce Editor at Hearst Autos, where he presents the best gear for your automotive endeavors.
