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There aren’t many places in modern society where you can buy almost anything you need in one place, but Amazon.com is one of those places. While most of us go to the site with a specific purchase in mind, if you’ve ever taken the time to browse through all of Amazon’s product categories, you’ve probably noticed that there are a surprising amount of them. In fact, the automotive category alone has 12 subcategories below it. It can be hard to sift through if you’re just looking for a fun, new, and popular accessory. That’s why we’ve decided to discuss all of the #1 best-selling products in each automotive subcategory right here. As a bonus, all but one are currently on sale!
Car care
$6.99 on Amazon
Key features
- Easy to use
- It can be pushed into hard-to-reach crevices to pick up dust
- Good for multiple (but not infinite) uses.
- Also ideal for cleaning keyboards
Car cleaning gel is one of the weirdest car cleaning tools out there, but it’s also one of the easiest ways to get dirt and grime from hard-to-reach places on your vehicle. Just grab a handful of the Flubber-like substance, stick it to anything that looks like it could use a little less dust and dirt, then peel it off and see the dirt that goes with it. This putty is made to get into small areas and corners that you might not be able to reach with more traditional tools. Besides being a dust picker, it also has a clean “cologne” smell.
Exterior accessories
$11.99 on Amazon
Key features
- Silicone construction
- Rust-resistant, rattle-proof, weatherproof
- 3 drainage holes for water release
After buying a car, many of us get home and immediately remove the license plate frames that bore the dealer’s name. After all, you probably just paid them tens of thousands of dollars and they still want free advertising? No thankyou. These silicone frames are an excellent replacement and won’t scratch your car like metal ones, are rust resistant and fit all American and Canadian plates.
Interior accessories
$8.99 on Amazon
Key features
- Adjustable strap fits headrests or center console
- Collapsible design allows for storage when not in use
- 100% leak proof inner lining
- The 3 mesh pockets are ideal for toys, snacks and tissues
- The lid prevents litter from falling out
This 2-gallon car trash can from Hotor has a lid so trash doesn’t bounce around on bumpy country roads, as well as storage pockets on the side to keep your snacks and other pre-eaten items organized. The interior is 100% leak proof and when not in use, the bin can easily be folded up and stored, although once installed, we’re willing to bet it’ll be in use at all times.
Light and lighting accessories
$17.95 on Amazon
Key features
- “Guaranteed to last as long as you own your vehicle”
- Everything necessary for its use is included in the kit
- It both restores and protects from UV rays
- The restoration takes only 30 minutes
If your headlights are a little worse for wear, why not restore them? Fortunately, with this Cerakote kit you won’t need any extra tools to get the job done, everything you’ll need is included. The whole process should only take about 30 minutes and just involves a few layers of surface rust removal with the included pads and then using the pre-moistened Ceramic Headlight Restoration Wipes to get the clarity what are you looking for This kit is also backed by a limited lifetime warranty, which the listing says means it will “last as long as you own your vehicle, or we’ll cover the next kit for free.”
Motorcycle and ATV
$18.99 on Amazon
Key features
- Handlebar diameter from 0.6 to 1.57″.
- Supports 4.7 x 6.8″ phones up to 15mm thick (including case)
- Grab every nook and cranny of your phone
- It has silicone pads to protect your phone from scratches and vibrations
- Easily adjustable between portrait and landscape configurations
- No tools required to install
If you prefer 2 wheels to 4, this motorcycle phone holder might be what you’ve been looking for. Most modern cars have built-in navigation systems these days, but motorcycles (and vintage bikes) don’t have the same luxury. With a phone holder, however, you can use your phone for navigation and make your journeys much easier.
Oils and fluids
$29.97 on Amazon
Key features
- Low viscosity
- Created with Mobil 1’s “Triple Action Formula”.
- It can protect engines for up to 10,000 miles between oil changes
- Provides thermal protection up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit and down to -40 degrees Fahrenheit
If you drive a gas car like most, it will need oil. Obviously, you can’t just buy any old oil and throw it in your vehicle, you’ll need to check your car’s owner’s manual to find out what type you’ll need. Sometimes it can also be found in the oil cap of the car engine. This list of Mobil 1 oil is currently the best selling oil on Amazon and includes all kinds of different options so you can find the type you’re looking for in no time.
Painting and painting supplies
$18.18 on Amazon
Key features
- All-in-one solution for a waterless wash, coat and shine
- No streaks, stains or scratches
- Cuts through dirt, grime and grease
- Safe for cars, boats, motorcycles, RVs, four-wheelers and more
The best-selling product in the category of paints and painting supplies is not a paint, but something to keep your paint shiny and new. This Shine Armor spray is a ceramic coating hydrophobic spray made to protect and polish your paint job by providing “a waterless wash, coat and shine”.
Performance parts and accessories
$99.95 on Amazon
Key features
- Delivers 1,000 peak amps – starts vehicles with up to 6.0L gasoline and 3.0L diesel engines
- Holds up to 20 starts on a single charge
- Safety features include a “bug-proof” design, spark-proof technology and reverse polarity protection
- Includes a built-in LED flashlight with seven light modes including strobe and SOS
- It has USB ports to charge electronic devices on the go
- Water resistant (IP65 rating)
- Weighs only 2.4 pounds
- Includes 1 year warranty with purchase
Not only does the NOCO Boost Plus GB40 provide up to 20 starts on a single charge, but it’s extremely lightweight at just 2.4 pounds. The jump starter is rated for gas engines up to six liters and diesel engines up to three liters. Like some others, it has a built-in LED flashlight with SOS mode and can charge smartphones, tablets and other USB devices. One thing that sets the NOCO apart is its IP65 water resistant rating. It also has a rubber casing to help prevent scratches. Last but not least, it even comes with its own microfiber storage bag.
Spare parts and accessories for RV
$16.66 on Amazon
Key features
- Uses Granular Activated Carbon (GAC)
- It can be connected to any standard water hose
- Made to remove particles larger than 20 microns
- “Complies with all federal and state lead-free laws – CSA lead-free content certified to NSF/ANSI 372”
- Lasts 3 months on average
Access to clean water is always important, but sometimes our adventures take us so far off the beaten path that it can be hard to find. This is where a water filter like this comes into play. It can be attached to any standard hose and is ideal for use with RVs, boats and more. This one uses granular activated carbon to achieve its filtration and will last you about 3 months. It even comes with a flexible hose guard.
Spare parts
$16.59 on Amazon
Key features
- Available in sizes from 14 inches to 28 inches
- Designed to keep your windshield clean even in extreme weather conditions
- Coated with Rain-X water repellent and applied directly to the windshield
This Rain-X Blade is the clear windshield wiper of choice for Amazon shoppers, and it’s a good choice. It comes in a variety of sizes from 14 inches to 28 inches and applies Rain-X water repellent directly to the windshield during use. The Rain-X Universal Adapter is made to be easy to use and “fits 96% of vehicles”. The product also uses advanced wiper technology that “delivers even pressure points along the length of the blade, allowing it to hug the curvature of the windshield for a smooth, clean wipe.”
Tools and Equipment
$25.00 on Amazon
Key features
- It features a built-in OBD2 DTC search library
- Read and clear trouble codes
- “Compatible with most 1996 US, 2000 EU and Asian cars”
- It supports English, German, Dutch, Spanish, French and Italian
- It has a backlit LCD screen
- No battery or charger required – draws power directly through the OBD2 data link connector
- Equipped with a 2.5 ft long insulated cable
This multifunctional MotoPower OBD2 code reader features a built-in DTC search library, the ability to read and clear codes, a freeze frame view, vehicle information, data stream, vehicle speed information, coolant temperature readings engine and much more. Compatible with most 1996 and newer US-based vehicles and 2000 and newer Asian and EU vehicles. This scanner supports six languages, has a clear LCD display with backlight and contrast adjustment, and like most, requires no battery or charger as it draws power from the OBD2 data link connector. The MotoPower Scanner connection cable is 2.5 feet long. Please note that this scanner can only read and erase information that is part of the OBD2 system and does not work with ABS, airbag or oil service light systems.
Wheels and tires
$31.99 on Amazon
Key features
- Ranked #1 Best Seller on Amazon (over 62,000 user ratings)
- 100 PSI
- Integrated LED light for better night visibility
- Comes with a spare fuse
- Ideal for cars, bicycles, balls and inflatables
- Three-year warranty
Please note that this pump is NOT intended for use with high pressure or high volume applications such as large pools, but this portable compressor comes with three nozzles and will work with any Schrader valve on cars, SUVs, motorcycles and bicycles The included accessory adapters will also allow you to use this inflator on balls, air mattresses, balloons and other small inflatables.
