Gear Up For Some Laughs
Some car accessories are built for convenience, while others are designed for style. Then, there are the ones that exist purely for laughs. These hilarious add-ons turn ordinary vehicles into rolling comedy shows, leaving passengers and bystanders grinning (or completely baffled). So, here are 20 side-splitting car accessories that prove that the road isn’t just for driving—it’s for cracking up too!
1. Dashboard Hula Dancer
The dashboard hula dancer became an iconic symbol of carefree road trips in the 1950s. These nodding figurines originated in Hawaii as souvenirs, spreading across the globe as a whimsical dashboard companion. Their hypnotic sway adds a playful, nostalgic touch to any ride.
New Dashboard Hula Girl in My Car by dzikieswinie - Motorcycle Club and Adventures
2. Mustache Car Decal
A mustache on a car? Absolutely. Add one on your front grille, and suddenly, your ride has more class than a Victorian gentleman. These decals first gained traction in the early 2010s, thanks to the handlebar mustache craze. Even a Prius can look debonair with this touch.
3. Car Eyelashes
The early 2000s marked a surge in customized car accessories, and car eyelashes quickly gained popularity. Attaching these oversized falsies above your headlights gives any car a dramatic, expressive look. Luxury car owners have also appreciated the trend, proving that every ride deserves an extra flair.
4. Dinosaur Vent Clip
Air fresheners have been around for decades, but none have the comedic bite of a dinosaur vent clip. These prehistoric pals clip onto air vents and look like they're chomping through your dashboard. Some even spew mist like a miniature volcano.
5. Bobblehead Dog
The ‘70s introduced the nodding bobblehead dog. These wobbly wonders were once a trucker’s best friend, keeping them company on long hauls. Today, they remain an endearing throwback, reminding everyone to loosen up and enjoy the ride.
6. Funny Bumper Stickers
Bumper stickers date back to the 1940s, first used as political statements before evolving into comedic gold. From witty quips to absurd proclamations like “Honk if you love cheese,” these stickers make rush hour bearable and provide instant entertainment for those stuck behind you in traffic.
7. Rubber Duck Hood Ornament
Not all hood ornaments are designed for prestige. The rubber duck trend started with Jeep owners exchanging tiny yellow ducks, which sparked a global phenomenon. Some drivers have taken it further, mounting oversized ducks that bob and wiggle with every turn.
Convoy (The Rubber Duck) by The Cleaner6969
8. Emoji Air Fresheners
Say goodbye to boring pine-scented trees. Emoji air fresheners let your car express itself. Whether it’s a laughing face, a smirking devil, or the infamous poop emoji, these scented icons add humor while battling that mysterious fast-food smell haunting your back seat.
9. Steering Wheel Spinner Knob
Initially designed for truck drivers and race car enthusiasts, spinner knobs have taken on comical forms in recent years. Shaped like tiny hamburgers, skulls, or rubber chickens, they allow for one-handed steering while making your driving experience feel like a video game in real life.
10. Novelty Gear Shift Knob
A standard gear shift is practical but dull. The rise of customized gear shift knobs has led to designs resembling wizard staffs, medieval swords, and cartoon characters. Car enthusiasts take pride in swapping out stock shifters for something that better suits their personality and driving style.
11. Dancing Solar-Powered Toy
Solar-powered toys provide an amusing way to harness sunlight. Whether it’s a boogying pineapple or a shimmying alien, these wiggling dashboard dancers activate when exposed to daylight, ensuring every commute feels like a miniature dance party on wheels.
12. Funny Sunshade
Is that Han Solo trapped in carbonite on your windshield? A cat with sunglasses? Sunshades now double as comedy gold, fooling pedestrians into double-takes. Besides blocking the sun, they guarantee your parked car gets more laughs than a stand-up comedy show.
Dog In The Car Funny | Personalized Car Sun Shade by Macorner
13. Honking Rubber Chicken Horn
Novelty horns have been around since the early days of the automobile, but few match the absurdity of the rubber chicken horn. Instead of a traditional honk, it emits an exaggerated squawk that confuses pedestrians and leaves fellow drivers either laughing or scratching their heads.
Rubber chicken exhaust mod by Garage 54
14. Talking Backseat Driver Toy
Motion-activated backseat driver toys make solo trips feel like group outings. Some mimic GPS voices, while others offer sarcastic driving tips like “Nice turn, Dale Earnhardt!” These devices inject humor into long commutes without the actual annoyance of a real backseat driver.
15. Fake Taxi Sign
A fake taxi sign is a hilarious way to confuse pedestrians and drivers alike. It makes any car look like a professional cab, leading to awkward moments when strangers try to flag you down. Some states have strict laws about unauthorized taxi signage, so check the rules before turning your ride into a rolling joke.
16. Suction Cup Garfield
The ‘80s saw Garfield, the grumpy orange cat, invade cars with suction cup plushies. His judgmental glare has remained a staple of road trips ever since. The resurgence of retro accessories means more Garfields are clinging to windows, silently judging traffic jams and fast-food choices.
17. Rear Window Wiper Decal
Who knew windshield wipers could be entertaining? These decals—often featuring waving hands, wagging tails, or dancing stick figures—make every rainy day a little brighter. Watching a T-Rex arm flail in perfect sync with your wiper might just be the best thing about bad weather.
Waving Dog WiperTags attach to rear vehicle wiper blades by WiperTags Rear Wiper Accessories
18. Novelty License Plate Frame
License plate frames provide an easy way to showcase personality, with phrases ranging from sarcastic remarks to pop culture references. One of the best-selling frames reads, "0 to 60... eventually." Whether you drive a speedster or a clunker, there’s a frame to fit your style.
19. Inflatable Roof Decoration
Parades and holiday displays have made rooftop inflatables a must-have for attention seekers. Oversized spiders, floating aliens, and dancing elves have appeared atop cars, leaving bystanders either in awe or in stitches. Nothing says "I have arrived" like a giant octopus on your roof.
Tom Riley from Cambridge, UK on Wikimedia
20. Car Teeth
Imagine pulling up to a stoplight and flashing the toothy grin of a vampire. These oversized, often exaggerated dentures attach to your car’s grille, making it look like a sentient vehicle straight out of a cartoon. Plus, it is perfect for pranks, Halloween, or just making traffic a little less boring.
