Auto Express Father's Day gift guide
Stumped on what to get Dad for Father's Day? Take a look at our essential gift ideas...
Father's Day is just around the corner, and if you're looking for the perfect gift for a petrolhead dad, we've got you covered!
We have a fantastic selection of ideas to suit every budget: practical gadgets such as dash cams, along with the latest car cleaning products and unforgettable track day racing experiences – you're sure to find something he'll love.
Take a look below for some inspiration...
Autoglym Luxury Bodywork & Wheels Collection and Deluxe Exterior Collection
Autoglym’s Luxury Bodywork & Wheels Collection features six carefully selected products to enhance and protect your bodywork, glass and wheels. With summer just around the corner, it’s the ideal Father’s Day gift, providing all you need to keep a treasured motor looking as good as new. The collection includes Foaming Car Wash, Custom Wheel Cleaner, Instant Tyre Dressing, Rapid Ceramic Spray and Fast Glass, while a handy finishing cloth is also part of the package.
Exclusively available at Halfords, the Autoglym Deluxe Exterior Collection is made up of seven products and three accessories that will leave your car with a luxurious finish and the very best protection. Presented in an exclusive carrying case, the comprehensive kit includes some of Autoglym’s most popular products – Ultra High-Definition Shampoo, Magma, Rapid Ceramic Spray, Super Resin Polish, Car Glass Polish, Clean Wheels and Instant Tyre Dressing, along with a Microfibre Wash Mitt, Finishing Cloth and InstaDry Cloth.
Price: From £53.99
Visit: autoglym.com
Nextbase 320XR dash cam
Treat Dad to extra peace of mind this Father’s Day with the Nextbase 320XR Dash Cam. Designed for protection on every journey, it features both front and rear recording capability to capture every detail on the road. With 1080p HD resolution, a wide 140-degree viewing angle, and a sleek, discreet design, it’s a perfect set-up for any car – easy to use on the daily commute, or even a longer road trip. Get the 320XR Dash Cam for just £99, with a 50 per cent saving, exclusively at Halfords until 21st July. It’s the ultimate gift for a Dad who values safety and smart tech.
Price: £99 (until 21st July 2025)
Visit: halfords.com
GYEON Q²M Bathe & GYEON Q²M WetCoat
GYEON’s Q²M Bathe and Q²M WetCoat are the perfect shampoo and sealant duo for your regular carwash routine.
Q²M Bathe is a gentle, yet powerful car shampoo featuring a strong foaming action and easy-rinsing formula. Highly concentrated with a generous dilution ratio, it provides incredible value for money, plus is tough on dirt and grime without degrading any existing forms of paint protection.
After washing, you can preserve the freshly cleaned look by applying Q²M WetCoat. This easy-to-use, spray-and-rinse sealant leaves a wet-look shine, enhanced by impressive water beading. And, thanks to its self-cleaning properties, treated finishes stay cleaner for longer between routine washes, saving effort and time. At just £15, Q²M WetCoat is an affordable addition to your car care routine; a 500ml bottle will last a whole year when used every other month.
What’s more, you can take advantage of a limited Father’s Day offer! Visit www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/gyeon, where you’ll receive a free Bathe 500ml when you buy a WetCoat 500ml. Offer ends on 16th June 2025, or while stocks last.
Price: from £13
Visit: cleanyourcar.co.uk/gyeon
Collins - 100 of the greatest cars from 1886 to the present day
Discover all you need to know about 100 iconic vehicles in this beautifully-presented hardback, filled with stunning photography of world-famous cars. Organised era by era, all key specifications are detailed for car buffs: from pre-war models like the Austin 7, Bugatti Type 35 and the Bentley ‘Blower’ to more recent classics like the McLaren F1, Nissan Skyline R33, Ferrari F50, Mazda MX-5, and even the cute Renault Twingo. The concept behind each car’s creation is highlighted, along with styling and engineering history, plus its place in society – including any celebrity owners, famous movie or TV appearances and notable innovations. And, perhaps most crucially, what it’s like to drive.
Price: £30
Visit: collins.co.uk
AlcoSense Elite 3 breathalyser
The AlcoSense Elite 3 breathalyser provides results that can be trusted, helping you accurately check you’re safe to drive the morning after. The unit works via a premium 28mm2 semi-conductor sensor, providing a reading that goes down to two decimal places delivered in just a few seconds. This is combined with clear colour coding - green, amber and red. A memory recall function makes it easy to check the previous nine results, while the Elite 3 can be set to any limit used in the UK and Ireland. The unit is also discreet and pocket-sized, so it can be taken anywhere.
Price: £69.99
Visit: alcosense.co.uk/elite3
Bilt Hamber Double Speed-Wax
After you’ve finished meticulously cleaning your car, it’s important to make sure your hard work doesn’t go to waste. That’s why a premium wax is a vital part of any home-detailing kit - providing a layer of protection over the paint finish while also giving a glossy shine. Bilt Hamber’s Double Speed-Wax is an award-winner that’s both water-repellent and detergent-resistant, producing impressive, long-lasting results. It’s better value than the more expensive paste waxes, too, with Double Speed-Wax coming in at £16.95 for a 250ml tin that also includes an applicator pad and a microfibre cloth.
Price: £16.95
Visit: bilthamber.com/product/double-speed-wax
Sealey PW1860COMBO pressure washer
Ideal for cleaning vehicles and machines, along with patios and other outdoor surfaces, this powerful, multipurpose Sealey Pressure Washer comes complete with a quick release Rotablast® Nozzle system and Snow Foam Gun, plus five litres of Whiteout Detailing Snow Foam. It also features Sealey’s Total Stop System (TSS), which helps to extend the life of the motor and reduce water and energy consumption. The thick, rich snow foam has a satisfyingly long dwell time and breaks down dirt easily, while its formula is non-wax stripping and PH neutral, leaving a quality, streak-free finish. The package is available via Sealey’s exclusive Tool Promotion, so check your local stockist for current deals.
Price: £161.94
Visit: sealey.co.uk
Jordan Bespoke and evo: win bespoke luxury at your next evo trackday!
Jordan Bespoke is a premium British brand creating handcrafted Italian leather goods inspired by motorsport heritage. Offering luxury luggage, helmet bags, and small leather items such as wallets and keyrings – many that echo iconic automotive manufacturers such as Ferrari and Aston Martin – each piece is made to order, with bespoke options for stitching, linings, and logos. Combining British design with Florentine craftsmanship, Jordan Bespoke delivers high-performance style for drivers and enthusiasts alike. Book an evo trackday for your chance to win one of three Jordan Bespoke prizes worth up to £1,795!
Price: leather goods from £395
Visit: jordanbespoke.com
Nilfisk High-pressure washers
Champion race driver Eliza Seville trusts Nilfisk to keep her car in top condition – both on and offthe track. With more than 100 years of pioneering innovation in the cleaning industry, Nilfisk’s high-pressure washers deliver a powerful clean every time, along with practical features such as an integrated hose reel, foam sprayer, and long-life metal pump. Perfect for cars, bikes, decking, and more.
Catch Eliza and Nilfisk on the race track this season! Use code AUTOEXPRESS10 for 10 per cent off everything in the Nilfisk webshop (offer ends 16 June).
Price: Use code AUTOEXPRESS10 for 10% off everything in the Nilfisk webshop
Visit: shop.nilfisk.com
Car mats from CarMats.co.uk
CarMats.co.uk specialises in producing perfectly tailored car mats to fit every make and model. Manufactured in the UK, these custom carpet and rubber mats are weather-resistant and anti-slip, with each mat passing rigorous quality compliance tests. So, this Father’s Day, show your dad how much he means to you with a gift that’s both thoughtful and practical – just like him! Choose from a range of colour and embroidery options to create a present he’ll cherish every time he steps into his vehicle. Plus, you can save 10 per cent by using the code AUTODAD10 when you checkout.
Price: From £21.99
Visit: carmats.co.uk
Overland and Overland + jump starters
Winners of four Auto Express Best Buy reviews, the Overland and Overland + are excellent expedition-proven power banks that can also jump start any engine from 0.1 to 5.0 litres. The units can be recharged via either mains or an optional fold-out solar panel, and are supplied with their own 12V lighter-style socket.
Price: from £79.95
Visit: mobilesolarchargers.co.uk
MotorFolios – Personalised for your vehicle
An elegant and stylish way to preserve provenance and help enhance the value of your treasured vehicle, MotorFolios offers custom-designed portfolios tailored to your needs. It’s the perfect luxury showcase for all original documents, photos and essential records, beautifully telling your vehicle’s story by turning paperwork into a cherished part of the ownership experience.
Price: from £92 (receive 15% off using code FATHERSDAY25 from 4th-11th June)
Visit: motorfolios.com
YourLifeInCars personalised mug
Celebrate the history of your car with a Daily Driver™ mug! Hand-drawn in retro style, it features the vehicle of your choice with a unique personal touch. There’s a variety of colours on offer, while the opportunity to add your own personal message means you’ll have a truly special coffee break companion. Plus, it’s dishwasher and microwave safe, too.
Price: £23.95
Visit: yourlifeincars.com
evo Trackdays: DRIVE25
Curated by evo, driven by you. Why not treat your father to one of our exclusive Drive25 trackdays, featuring unmissable corners, a warm welcome, and a guaranteed adrenalin rush? Goodwood, Donnington Park, Brands Hatch, Bedford Autodrome – experience the UK’s most thrilling race tracks, pick the brains of the evo team, and learn at your own pace. No snobbery. No stunts. No pit lane queues. Just an unforgettable time.
Price: from £219
Visit: trackdays.evo.co.uk
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