💸 Budget Swag (Under $3/item)

Perfect for service thank-yous, trade show handouts, or glove box goodies.

• Air fresheners – custom scents + shaped like your logo or a fun graphic

• Tire pressure gauges – branded and super useful

• Keychains – rubber, leather, or metal with your logo

• Branded car wipes (dashboard or glass) – practical and on-theme

• Vinyl logo decals or bumper stickers – for fans or gearheads

• Mini microfiber cloths – screen-safe or for interior cleaning

• Emergency info cards or key tags – glovebox-ready with your branding

💰 Mid-Range Swag ($4–$10/item)

Ideal for new customer kits, loyalty programs, or garage retail shelves.

• Seatbelt cutter / window breaker tools – emergency essentials

• Phone mounts or magnetic dashboard clips – practical, always seen

• Workshop gloves or nitrile glove packs – branded packaging

• Trucker hats or beanies – grease shop aesthetic

• Custom license plate frames – branded but not cheesy

• Portable ice scrapers / snow brushes – if climate-appropriate

• LED keychain flashlights – handy for glove boxes or toolkits

💎 Premium Swag ($15–$40+/item)

Perfect for VIP clients, referral rewards, team gifts, or seasonal promos.

• Branded mechanic shirts / shop jackets – workwear that reps hard

• Heavy-duty trunk organizers – for roadside kits or everyday use

• Insulated drinkware (Yeti-style) – perfect for road trips or shop floors

• Detailing kits in branded pouches – microfiber, spray, interior wipes

• Branded garage mats or fender covers – niche but super visible in use

• Rechargeable work lights / mini shop lamps – great for night projects

• Embroidered tool bags or roll pouches – premium touch for loyal customers

🧰 Staff & Uniform Must-Haves

• Branded mechanic shirts, tees, or shop jackets

• Beanies or caps for garage work

• Clipboards, estimate pads, or branded shop towels

• Shop aprons or utility belts (for detailers or parts crew)

• High-vis vests or safety glasses with subtle branding

🛠️ Bonus Ideas by Sub-Industry

• Dealerships – branded key pouches, leather document folders, car care kits

• Detailing Shops – custom microfiber sets, air freshener subscriptions

• Performance/Custom Shops – decals, license plate bolts, tire caps

• Repair Garages – branded gloves, “thank you” mirror hangers, shop towels

• Auto Part Retailers – QR-code cards for reordering, oil change reminder stickers

🚘 Classic & Useful Promos

• Custom air fresheners – your brand, their daily drive. Always visible.

• Tire pressure gauges – great retention item for glove boxes

• License plate frames – subtle mobile branding, especially for dealerships

• Sunshades – full-windshield, branded = rolling billboards

• Ice scrapers – seasonal gold for cold climates

• Auto document holders – branded sleeves for insurance/registration

🧼 Car Care & Maintenance Promos

• Branded microfiber cloths – for dashboards, screens, sunglasses

• Mini detailing kits – wipes, interior spray, glass cloth

• Hand sanitizer for the console – branded and appreciated post-fuel pump

• Car wash coupon cards or punch passes – co-branded with your shop

• Emergency roadside kits – mini versions with logo’d pouch

• Touch-up paint pens with branding – smart and niche

📲 Tech & Everyday Carry Promos

• Phone mounts or magnetic clips – dashboard-use = max visibility

• USB car chargers – branded and always welcome

• Bluetooth trackers for keys – logo stays top-of-mind

• Keychain multi-tools – screwdriver, wrench, bottle opener style

• Branded lanyards – great for staff and giveaways

• Foldable trunk organizers – smart and practical

🧢 Wearables & Apparel

• Mechanic-style work shirts – logo patches = instant cool

• Caps or beanies – easy giveaways and wearable promo

• Shop aprons or gloves – promo with a purpose

• High-vis vests – logo placement for safety crews

🏁 High-Impact Event Promos

• Branded pit crew towels – great for car shows or race day

• Custom camp chairs or folding stools – practical & gift-worthy

• Pop-up banners and flags – for event visibility

• Cooler bags or insulated lunch totes – perfect for customers on the go

• Mini Bluetooth speakers – for contests, top clients, or vendor partners

• Die-cast branded vehicles (mini replicas) – collectors love these