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Last-Minute Holiday Gift Ideas for Expediters
If you have an expedite truck driver on your Christmas list and are scrambling for last-minute gift ideas, don’t fret.
You’ve come to the right place. ExpeditersOnline.com has already done the work for you with this list of five gifts that your favorite expediter will love (and use)!
Kindle E-Reader
List Price: $79.00
It can be difficult for drivers to unwind and get the rest they need to take on that next load. Reading a good book can help. So, give them the ability to carry an entire library of their favorite titles on a single device that’s lighter than most paperback books.
Amazon Kindle e-reader is lightweight, affordable, and easy on the eyes with a glare-free screen. A driver can read for weeks on a single charge, with the ability to add margin notes that can be edited, deleted, or exported from Kindle to a computer. With built-in social capabilities, Kindle enables users to share highlighted sections and meaningful quotes on social media and view passages frequently highlighted by other Kindle readers. And when a driver has finished a book, he or she can purchase another one, downloading it onto the Kindle e-reader within seconds, without having to leave the truck.
VXI B250-XT Blue Parrot Roadwarrior Bluetooth Headset w/ Home & Car Charger
List Price: $99.99
As smartphones are becoming more prevalent, so are state laws banning handheld phone use in vehicles. That's where Bluetooth headsets, like the BlueParrott B250-XT, can help, enabling your favorite driver to make safer, hands-free calls.
The B250-XT's Xtreme Noise Suppression technology minimizes background noises, such as the sound of an 18-wheeler's engine, heavy equipment, power tools, wind, and road noise. Extended talk features allow for over 16 hours of talk time and up to 150 hours of standby time on a single charge.
Portable Vehicle Safe: Stack-On QAS-1304 Low-Profile Safe with Electronic Lock
List Price: $74.99
Some drivers need to collect cash, money orders or cashiers checks at the time of delivery. So, how can a driver keep that money and other valuables secure, especially at a truck stop or when the vehicle is broken down?
This is where the QAS-1304 Low-Profile Safe with Electronic Lock comes in. The predrilled holes on the top and bottom of the safe allow for easy installation on the floor, on a shelf, under a counter, or under the bed. And once the safe is installed, it’s hard for thieves to remove because of the solid steel, pry-resistant door and a high-strength mounting plate that’s only accessible from inside the safe. The unit includes a user-programmable electronic lock with safety key override.
Princess International PI170 Stainless Steel Smart Mug With Temperature Control
List Price: 26.99
When a driver’s on the road, he or she wants to savor that cup of coffee for as long as possible. But it doesn’t take long, even with insulated cups for that coffee to go cold. The same goes with trying to keep ice-cold beverages chilled, especially during the summer. How can you maintain the ideal temperature for a hot cup of coffee or cold soft drink?
The Smart Mug gives drivers the best of both worlds – hot or cold. Powered by a 12V auto adapter, the mug offers a digital temperature control that alerts the driver when the ideal preset temperature is reached (up to 160 degrees Fahrenheit) and the drink is ready to be enjoyed.
FitBit Flex Wireless Activity and Sleep Wristband
List Price: $99.95
Health is important to expediters, especially as it impacts their productivity and earning ability. With FitBit Flex, drivers can track their daily fitness activity and sleep quality, equipping them with the information they need to take care of their bodies, whether on the road or at home.
During the day, the FitBit wristband tracks steps, distance, and calories burned; and at night, it monitors sleep quality. Flex comes with free online tools and a mobile app that allow users to set goals and follow their progress through graphs and charts. This way, drivers can know how close they are to reaching their fitness goals, giving them extra motivation to make healthier choices that improve their quality of life.