Auto Express Father's Day gift guide

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 gripping books – you're sure to find something he'll love.

Take a look below for some inspiration...

Bilt Hamber Double Speed-Wax

• Price: £22.95
• Visit: bilthamber.com/product/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 £22.95 for a 250ml tin that also includes an applicator pad and a microfibre cloth.

Siegen by Sealey

• Price: £69.95 with offer
• Visit: sealey.co.uk

A compact all-rounder that punches well above its size, the Siegen by Sealey mini toolbox S01335 packs 111 pieces into a neat 280 x 150 x 150mm package – tidy enough for a garage shelf, yet practical enough for everyday use. The kit covers all the bases: a 1/4” drive ratchet wrench and sockets, ratchet screwdrivers, bit sets, precision screwdrivers, hex keys, pliers, an inspection mirror and a magnetic pick-up tool. Everything is organised and ready to go straight from the box. Backed by Sealey’s lifetime guarantee, it’s a genuinely useful gift for anyone who likes to keep things running smoothly.

Isle of Man TT

• Price: £30
• Visit: collins.co.uk

This beautifully produced book is a proper celebration of motorsport’s most extraordinary event. Phil Wain – directly involved in organising the TT – brings a genuine insider’s perspective to the history, drama and organisation of the race, from its 1907 origins to the present day. Stunning photography captures the excitement and danger, while highlights include a lap of the course with record holder Peter Hickman and an insight into the technical innovation that’s shaped the event. With a foreword by John McGuinness MBE, it’s a fitting tribute to the world’s greatest motorcycle race.

Draper 39 Piece Combined MM/ AF Socket Set

• Price: £54.99
• Visit: drapertools.com

Give your dad’s tool kit a serious boost. The Draper 39-piece socket set is a masterclass in versatility, cleverly combining both metric and imperial (AF) sizes in one robust kit, making it perfect for maintaining everything from the family motor to classic projects. Boasting a premium 72-tooth reversible soft-grip ratchet and hardened chrome vanadium steel pieces, it’s built to handle tough garage tasks with ease. Best of all? It holds the coveted Auto Express Best Buy Award and comes with Draper’s lifetime warranty.

The Nextbase Piqo Dash Cam

• Price: from £99
• Visit: nextbase.co.uk

A dash cam makes a thoughtful gift – and the Nextbase Piqo is one of the most compelling options on the market. Compact and stylish, it delivers crystal-clear recording to protect against the unexpected, while the standout feature is Emergency SOS – a potentially lifesaving addition that can automatically alert emergency services in the event of a serious accident. It’s the kind of technology that quietly does its job every journey, and the kind of gift that offers real peace of mind for the whole family. Starting from £99 at nextbase.co.uk, it’s a smart investment in safer driving.

Autoglym Luxury Bodywork & Wheels Collection

• Price: £53.99
• Visit: autoglym.com

A gift worth considering for any car enthusiast, Autoglym’s Luxury Bodywork & Wheels Collection covers all the bases in one smart kit. Whether your dad is a detailing obsessive or just likes to keep things looking sharp, the bundle leaves bodywork, windows and wheels left shining and protected for up to three months. The lineup includes Foaming Car Wash, Custom Wheel Cleaner, Instant Tyre Dressing, Rapid Ceramic Spray, Fast Glass and a Finishing Cloth – everything needed for a thorough detail from top to bottom. A polished present in every sense. Available from Autoglym.com, Amazon.co.uk and Halfords.com.

Autoglym Deluxe Exterior Collection

• Price: £76.99
• Visit: halfords.com

A gift worth splashing out on, this Halfords-exclusive Autoglym bundle covers the full exterior detail in one premium kit. Seven hand- picked formulas and three accessories take care of everything – from the Foaming Car Wash that cuts through contaminants, to a Rapid Ceramic Spray delivering three months of hydrophobic protection and a deep gloss fi nish. Instant Tyre Dressing adds the finishing touch, while the Microfibre Wash Mitt, Instadry Cloth and Finishing Cloth make the whole process e ortless. A premium kit that turns a Sunday wash into something satisfying.

20W waterproof Mono 12V battery Portable Solar Panel Charger

• Price: £44.95
• Visit: mobilesolarchargers.co.uk

If your dad’s motor spends more time in the garage than on the road, this high-efficiency solar panel is the ultimate partner for battery maintenance. Robust and IP67 waterproof, it features an intelligent controller to safely trickle-charge 12V batteries, preventing frustrating flat-start moments. With four versatile attachment points for hanging or suction-mounting to side glass, it’s a compact solution for keeping everything from classics to daily drivers ready for action. It even comes supplied with multiple connectors for a hassle-free hookup. Free power every day, no fuss.

Pagani Utopia Coupé - Bianco Perla - 1:8 Scale Kit

• Price: from £899.99
• Visit: uk.pocher.com

To mark Pocher’s 60th anniversary, they’ve released a stunning 1:8 scale kit of the Utopia in Bianco Perla. With over 556+ parts including working steering, suspension, and doors, this isn’t just a model. It is a deep-dive into the DNA of a masterpiece that usually requires a million-pound premium to see up close. The best part? As an evo reader you can receive an exclusive 10% discount using the code EVO10

Rocket TT Lubricant Range

Price: from £5.95
Visit: mymotorworld.com

Fresh from winning our Product of the Year award for its Super Lubricant, Rocket TT has expanded its range – perfect timing for the dad who takes garage maintenance seriously. Five new specialist sprays and oils cover everything from everyday lubrication to heavy-duty protection.

The thicker version of the award-winning Super Lubricant comes in a 125ml bottle with a spout for precise, Longer-Lasting Application and Corrosion Protection – at just £5.49, it’s an easy addition to any toolkit. Step up to the White Lithium Grease Spray (£9.89, 400ml) for heavier work, because its non-drip formula clings to hinges, gears and bearings without making a mess. For even tougher jobs, a Multi-Purpose Grease in a 100g tube (£7.69) promises to reduce friction and extend component lifespan beyond co nventional alternatives.

Elsewhere, a Silicone Lubricant Spray (£8.79) handles rubber-friendly applications – ideal for seals and trims – while the Electrical Contact Cleaner (also £8.79) removes dirt, grease and oxidation from sensitive components, leaving no residue behind. A rounded range that covers the whole workshop, from top to bottom.

Motor Folios: The Ultimate Car Document Organiser

• Price: From £92
• Visit: motorfolios.com

Motor Folios produce beautifully hand-finished, bonded leather folders designed to keep every important document for your car in one stylish place. Each Motor Folio is personalised with your vehicle’s details, lined with soft suede and built to last with reinforced corners. It’s an ideal gift for car enthusiasts, collectors and anyone who loves their motor.

2027 Collins Big Road Atlas Britain and Northern Ireland

• Price: £14.99
• Visit: collins.co.uk

Collins’ Big Road Atlas for 2027 is the essential travel companion for navigating Britain with confidence. This large-format, spiral-bound atlas offers clear, colour-coded mapping at 3.2 miles to one inch, scaling up to detailed 1.1 mile per inch urban maps and 64 town centre street plans — ideal for planning routes and finding your final destination with ease.

Fully updated for 2027, it includes new rail stations, revised Park & Ride locations and dual Welsh/English place names. Over 30 categories of points of interest, postcodes for the top 1,000 destinations and a handy distance calculator complete the package.

GYEON Q²M Bathe & GYEON Q²M WetCoat

• Price: from £13
• Visit: cleanyourcar.co.uk/gyeon

For the dad who takes the Sunday wash seriously, GYEON’s Q²M Bathe and Q²M WetCoat make a perfect pairing – and a thoughtful gift for any car enthusiast. Q²M Bathe is a highly concentrated, gentle yet powerful shampoo with a strong foaming action that cuts through dirt and grime without degrading existing paint protection. A little goes a long way too, thanks to its generous dilution ratio, making it exceptional value for regular use.

Once rinsed, Q²M WetCoat takes over. This spray-and-rinse sealant is brilliantly simple to apply and delivers an immediately satisfying wet-look shine, complemented by impressive water beading that makes a freshly washed car look genuinely special. Better still, its self-cleaning properties mean treated paintwork stays cleaner for longer between washes – less effort, more enjoyment. At just £15, a 500ml bottle could last a full year, making it one of the best-value additions to any car care kit.

Gifted together, Bathe and WetCoat cover the whole wash routine from start to finish – a practical present that’ll make Sunday mornings in the driveway something to look forward to.