Moreover, some great ideas may not be affordable or practical. For instance, a driver may love watching racing, but logistics and time could severely limit use of an expensive NASCAR ticket package.
A good way to find gift ideas is by browsing websites for truck stops, truck manufacturers and truck-related goods.
Kitchen appliances for in-cab use are nice for those who lack them or need a replacement. Truckers say microwaves and other appliances expand meal choices, yield significant savings and can provide healthier eating. Still, they lack consensus on which appliances are the most practical, reliable and safest and trucking company policy varies regarding in-cab accessories.
Here are a few ideas to get your started:
On the road cooking and meal planning tips are abundant online, including at author’s Lisa Murray’s www.grillintheroad.com. Murray also offers her recently revised cookbook, “Grillin’ The Road: Healthy Home Cookin’ for the Truck Driver, Traveler, or Those in a Hurry…” for $8.99.
Some truckers would rather receive a gift card, such as available at Pilot Flying J. While stores sell gift cards for numerous businesses, you also can contact companies to have cards mailed to the recipient.
Truckers appreciate gifts of clothing, but might be amused to know some current fashions boast names quite familiar to them.
And while Diesel, a global design company, lists men’s jeans at $398, you may prefer to shop discount chains first.