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Last-Minute Gift Ideas for Car Lovers (and Those Who Love Them)

Seven days from now, it'll be Christmas morning. Don't stress, it's your day off! Breathe, relax, and let the kids enjoy it; it'll be over in 30 minutes, anyway. For what it's worth, those few precious hours between the opening of the presents and the serving of the feast are a perfect time to go for a nice, long drive.

In this week's Gearbox:

Resident dad Gannon Burgett got his kids into a few of these Best Electric Ride-On Cars for Kids, so his picks are more than just random recommendations—they're full-on kid-approved endorsements. At press time, more than a few of them say they'll arrive before Christmas. Jump in!
Car and Driver editors hand pick nearly 70 (that's 7-0!) great Gift Ideas for the Auto Enthusiast in your life. This is the stuff we use and love, so you know it'll make them smile;
Drew Dorian, Collin Morgan, and Jon Langston wrap up our favorite Car-Themed Books of the Year;
For the clowns among us, check out our list of the Best Car Gag Gifts and Silly Auto Stocking Stuffers, ideal for last-minute shopping. Just make sure they've got a sense of humor ...

Last-Minute Gifts and Stocking Stuffers →

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DEAL OF THE WEEK

We connected face-to-face with the AstroAI team at this year's SEMA show and learned first-hand that the company is far more than just some white-sheet brand that makes knockoff gadgets. These folks are real gear and electronics enthusiasts who stand behind their products.

Right now, the L4 Portable Tire Inflator is just $40 at Amazon and, at press time, still arrives before Christmas. It'll fit into any stocking. Pick up one for yourself and another for your favorite driver today.

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The Best Electric Ride-On Cars for Kids

If you're shopping for a child obsessed with everything automotive, a ride-on electric car is a great gift option. The Gear Team has tried and tested a few of these on their own kids. Here's what we found.

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