Last year, our family went through a major transition as my husband Steve went back to work as an OTR truck driver. It was quite the learning experience for me, but one that I am extremely grateful for. As Christmas rolled around last year, I began looking for the best gifts for a truck driver I could find. These are just a few of the amazing gifts for truckers I found!
As I put together this list, I wanted to include gift ideas (Six Dollar Family) for semi truck drivers that were both functional and some that were fun. I’ve tried to include things that would appeal to anyone, but we all know that gift giving is very personal.
Gift Ideas for Truck Drivers
Just because I think it’s a great gift idea, doesn’t mean your trucker will. Be sure to think about whether these gifts for truck drivers really are a good fit for your driver or not.
These best gifts for truckers all vary in price as well. When I built the list, I tried to include things that would work as budget friendly stocking stuffers and the more expensive items that would work as main gift ideas.
In other words, I tried to give you a well-rounded list of cool gifts a for truck driver so you could buy for your driver without too much trouble.
Truck Driver Home Decor
This Antique Upcycled Spoon Trucker Ornament is amazing! I didn’t include it on the listing because the seller frequently sells out, but I do want to mention it. This was the first trucker themed decor I bought and I am so glad I did!
I added hemp twine and it hung on our Christmas tree all season. You can check it out HERE if you’re interested. If the seller is sold out, favorite it and check back later.
Gifts for Truckers
A few of these actually found their way under my own Christmas tree last year. Steve loved every single one of them and I am positive your drivers will too!
What did not make it as a Christmas gift for him, was put off until his birthday. It isn’t too far after Christmas so it worked out perfectly! This Road Pro 12V Food Warmer/Stove was his favorite. He has a microwave and hot plate in his truck, but this allowed him to set his stuff to warm when he took his 30-minute break and have it ready as soon as he shut down.
Christmas Gift Ideas for Semi Truck Drivers
If you’re shopping for a gift idea for tow truck drivers, a lot of these options also have a tow truck driver option. Click through and check on the ones you’re interested in. Not all will have them, but some will.
Cool Gifts for Truckers
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Kenworth Truck Print on canvas
Custom Dad Semi Truck WalletMay All The Roads Lead You Back Home To Me ClipFreightliner Truck Driver Ornament – Personalized with Name and YearAnti Sleep Alarm for DriversThisWorx for TWC-01 Car VacuumTruckWay GPS – Pro Series Model 720RoadPro 12-Volt Portable Stove, BlackTrucker Nutrition Facts MugZippo Lighter: Worlds Greatest Truck DriverPersonalized Truck Driver Welcome SignTrucker On The Rocks GlassOff Grid Tools Trucker’s Friend Demolition & MultitoolEverlasting Comfort Memory Foam Seat CushionThe Long Haul: A Trucker’s Tales of Life on the RoadTravelMe Front Seat Car OrganizerDrive Safe I need you here with me KeychainUSA Flag Trucker TeeBig Rig Truck Driver American Flag Decal StickerBest Truckin Papa TeeWorld’s Okayest Truck Driver 11oz. Stainless Steel Campfire Coffee MugI Just Dropped A Load Funny Trucker T-ShirtWagan 24 Liter Electric Car Cooler and Warmer32Quart Mini Fridge for Car and HomeTruck Driver Prayer PlaqueTruck Driver MugTruck Driver Parking SignTruck and Trailer Patent PosterThink Clean Car Front Seat OrganizerLeather Work GlovesRand McNally TND 740 IntelliRoute Truck Navigation GPSLiving Between The Lines Trucker Fleece BlanketPersonalized truck drivers signCase Pocket Knife Truck DriverAsphalt Cowboy Trucker Fleece Throw BlanketSunJack Rechargeable LED HeadLampTrucker Tough Jaw Grip Phone Dash Window MountCISNO Over The Ear Wireless Bluetooth Foldable HeadsetRand McNally 2020 Deluxe Motor Carriers’ Road Atlas4-in-1 Hanging Toiletry BagProctor Silex Electric Single BurnerReliance Products Hassock Portable Lightweight Self-Contained ToiletWhirlpool 3.1 cu. ft. Mini Refrigerator with Dual Door True FreezerScreaming Meanie TZ-120 Alarm TimerStarFlare LED Road FlaresFancy Mobility Car Sun Visor OrganizerPersonalized Mini Notepad CoverWine and Beer Bottle Holder Statue”Truck” SculpturesRoadKing Noise-Canceling Headset with Mic for Hands-FreeROCKNIGHT Driving Polarized Sunglasses for MenCutequeen Black car Laptop/Eating Wheel DeskOfficemate Portable Clipboard Storage CaseShoppeWatch Pocket Watch Quartz with Chain 18 Wheeler Truck Vintage DesignBoot Brush Cleaner Floor Mount Scraper Commercial
-as the wife of a retired trucker of 40 years I will pray for your strength to handle the up and down times as there will be many along your journey. Over the years I have kept 2 or 3 spirals. I would send one out on each trip and collect the one he took out . In it I would write daily things that came to mind both good and not so good thoughts. I always wrote of the things that made me lonely or my frustration at having to do plluming and repair chores. Then I would thank God for helping me learn these thingss. and to keep all truckers safe. It often kep him on the straight and narrow. He said that it was good to remind him that his choice of employment was often very difficult on wife and children. My children often wrote their feelings. also good and bad. Before cell phones this made sure that each child often received their own time to get Dads call to reassure them. My gift each trip was a shirt in the laundry with his unique odor that I could sleep with, cry into, tie around my neck or put on the back of his kitchen chair.I always made sure that he knew how very much we loved him
Thank you Sharon. It has been an adjustment for sure, but we’re making it just fine. We also do the notebook thing. In fact, in the beginning, it was that notebook that helped me pull through the loneliness. I kept one of his pillows and a flannel with me so that me and the girls would have something of his like you did. I have the pillow, they have the flannel. I’m lucky that he realizes how hard it is on us so I don’t feel the need to beat that into his head like some of my friends have had to do.
Thanks so much for your prayers. They’re appreciated.
What do you recommend for the trucker just starting out to have in the truck to keep him comfortable? He is spending alot of time driving up north where its cold. Id like to get him a good blanket or comforter. Any recommendations?
Melanie, a good blanket is a great idea. Steve actually just uses 2 sherpa throws and usually does not even need to use both. As far as comfortable, I highly recommend the potty I have in the gift guide. Not all shippers and receivers have driver facilities and as embarrassing as it can be for some people, it WILL come in handy.
Also, things to keep him occupied are always great too. Books, a small tv and game system, etc.