evo Christmas essentials gift guide 2024
If you're in need of a little festive inspiration, we have some must-have gifts for every evo reader
Christmas is almost here, and if you’re seeking the ideal present for the petrolhead in your life, we’re here to help. Below we have a superb selection of gift ideas to suit budgets of all sizes, featuring everything from practical tools, to the latest dash cams and stylish watches.
Take a look below for some festive inspiration...
Nextbase Piqo
The Nextbase Piqo is the latest dash cam from the market leader in connected car technology and driving intelligence. An ideal gift for Christmas to help stay protected on the roads, the Piqo is a small, but powerful dash cam that provides high-definition footage, and is always on guard. Its Smart Parking function automatically records if your car is hit, while Nexy Voice Control allows for hands-free operation of your device while on the move. Offered as either a 1K or 2K model, and starting at just £99.99, the Piqo is available via the Nextbase website and leading retailers including Halfords, Argos and Currys.
Price: £99.99
Visit: nextbase.co.uk
Nilfisk Buddy II 12 Car Cleaner
Make your car look just as good inside as it does outside with the Nilfisk Buddy II 12 Car Cleaner. This wet and dry vacuum cleaner comes with a 1200W motor and powerful suction, ensuring any dry dirt or liquid is easily removed, plus it can even help to vacuum the garage or workshop after a DIY project. The blow function is able to assist with dislodging debris from hard-to-reach places, while you can utilise the five special car cleaning accessories included with the Buddy II 12 to make any cleaning task easier than ever. Use exclusive code: EVO40 to get 40% off. (Offer ends December 18th).
Price: £59.99 with code EVO40 (Normally £99.99)
Visit: shop.nilfisk.com
Roue TPS watch
The motorsport-themed TPS watch from Roue pays homage to the 910 racing car with which Porsche snared a long awaited ‘home victory’ at the Nurburgring 1000km. To celebrate this, the TPS features an embossed image of the famous car on its caseback. Inside is a proven, reliable Seiko movement, while the triple-layer dial features Swiss Super Luminova for excellent legibility in the dark. The watch can be purchased in ten distinct forms. Each is limited to 1,000 pieces, but despite the exclusivity, this is a very affordable timepiece, at £264 including shipping and two pre-colour-set interchangeable leather and silicone straps.
Price: £264 (VAT and shipping included)
Visit: rouewatch.com
Heel Tread Socks
Producing quality socks inspired by the most iconic cars and racing liveries, Heel Tread is a brand for the true petrolhead. You can choose from any individual design or a special gift pack – perfect for the festive season. From Le Mans, Formula 1 and rally legends to quintessential automotive icons, you’re sure to find your favourite pair. Produced in Portugal, Heel Tread uses seamless knitting and the finest cotton to create high-quality socks.
Price: from £12
Visit: heeltread.com
The Goodwood Race Simulator Experience
Discover your inner Sir Stirling Moss as you take on the historic Goodwood Motor Circuit from the Simulator Suite. Feel every part of the challenging track as you get to know all of its fast-sweeping corners, quick straights and demanding tight chicane. The Exsim VR5 Simulators use D-Box actuator technology and custom-developed motion profiles to offer a truly unique, virtual racing experience on the iconic circuit. It’s the ultimate gift for any racing enthusiast this Christmas!
Price: £50 for 1 hour
Visit: goodwood.com/experiences/driving/race-simulator-
experience/
Gyeon Q2 Wax and Q2M LeatherSet Natural
GYEON Q2 Wax
It’s a hard job keeping cars in tip-top shape through the winter months, which makes GYEON’s Q2 Wax the ideal Christmas gift. Super easy to apply and delivering striking results, the wax coating provides incredible water beading and a high level of UV protection. Using their expertise in ceramic coatings, GYEON has crafted a durable, fluorine-based wax that’s perfect for enthusiasts who love hands-on maintenance - whether it’s used alone or as a top up for ceramic coated cars, Q2 Wax is ideal for all paint types and colours.
GYEON Q2M LeatherSet Natural
Top quality Nappa leather interiors look amazing and feel luxurious, but it’s vital to take good care of the material to keep it at its best for years to come. Fortunately, the Q2M LeatherSet Natural from GYEON gives you everything you need so that your car’s leather upholstery remains in the best possible condition. The comprehensive set includes Q2M LeatherCleaner Natural, which effortlessly removes everyday grime and restores a flawless matte finish, along with Q2M LeatherCoat Redefined, which provides long-lasting protection and makes future upkeep much easier to manage.
Price: from £35
Visit: mycarcleaning.co.uk/collections/gyeon
Collins Adventure Maps
Plan your dream road trip across some of the world’s most stunning coastlines with an Adventure Map from Collins. Choose from either the spectacular Amalfi Coast, iconic Pacific Coast Highway or a once-in-a-lifetime journey around New Zealand’s South Island taking in the west coast and Milford Sound fjord. You’ll be able to plan the perfect route wherever you decide to go with these clear and easy-to-read, full-colour folded maps. Each provides an informative and detailed guide of their specific area, while you’ll benefit from features such as suggested itineraries, town plans, and images of the top sights to see - along with text descriptions for some helpful background reading.
Price: £12.99
Visit: collins.co.uk
Goodwood Road Racing Club Voucher
Give the petrolhead in your life a unique gift this Christmas with a Goodwood Road Racing Club (GRRC) Fellowship voucher. Exclusive benefits for dedicated motorsport fans include priority access and discounts on headline event tickets - incorporating Festival of Speed and Revival. Plus, you’ll have access to the GRRC-exclusive Members’ Meeting event for two days of motorsport action, music and fun. There’s also the opportunity to book track days, regional drives, and factory tours, while on-event enclosure access provides a closer view of all the action. It’s a perfect gift for creating unforgettable memories and connecting with Goodwoods racing heritage and passionate motorsport community.
Price: £85 for a year of membership
Visit: goodwood.com/fellowship-voucher
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 £89.95
Visit: mobilesolarchargers.co.uk
Hylite Jump-Lite
The Hylite Jump-Lite is a versatile 3-in-1 jump-start, torch and power bank tool. Perfect for when the unexpected happens, it offers a practical solution when you’re faced with a flat car battery, low phone charge or when you just need a reliable light. Compact and lightweight, the Hylite Jump-Lite is able to jump-start cars, trucks, motorcycles, and more, plus it fits easily in your car or backpack, offering complete peace of mind - wherever life takes you. Packed with safety features, it’s ideal for commutes, adventures or off-road trips - and there’s a 10% discount offer for customers using code: HYLITE10.
Price: £99.95
Visit: defendersecurityproducts.co.uk
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 quality wax is a vital part of any home-detailing kit - it provides a layer of protection over the paint while also giving an impressive gloss finish. Bilt Hamber’s Double Speed-Wax is an award-winner that’s both water-repellent and detergent-resistant, giving great-looking results that’ll last. It’s better value than paste waxes, which can be expensive, with Double Speed-Wax coming in at just £16.95 for a 250ml tin. An applicator pad and a microfibre cloth are also included.
Price: from £16.95
Visit: bilthamber.com/product/double-speed-wax
Draper Tools 12V 1200A Lithium Jump Starter & Tyre Inflator
Draper’s new Lithium Jump Starter and Tyre Inflator certainly packs a punch. Delivering enough power to jump-start a six-litre petrol or a four-litre diesel engine, it’s also a lifesaver if you ever have to deal with a flat tyre; the built-in air compressor can inflate tyres quickly and easily. This compact device features an LED light, and fits neatly in your glove box, so it’s always there when you need it. Plus, it doubles as a power bank, which means you can keep your phone and devices charged on those longer journeys.
Price: £95
Visit: drapertools.com
AlcoSense Excel Personal Breathalyser
An Evo Product Test winner, the AlcoSense Excel breathalyser is your trusty pocket saviour, to quickly and accurately tell you when you’re clear of alcohol the morning after the night before. The Excel uses a smaller version of exactly the same sensor as several UK Police breathalysers for extra peace of mind, while functions such as Advanced Temperature Compensation and Deep Air Sampling help to provide ultimate accuracy. So don’t leave things to chance after a night out - offering great value and an award-winning design, the Alcosense Excel is a device you can truly rely on.
Price: £99.99
Visit: alcosense.co.uk/excel
evo Shop
Christmas is coming, so why not celebrate in style by choosing from our new motorsport-inspired t-shirt collection. Each of the eight stunning designs offers classic colours and simple motifs to ensure you’ll remain effortlessly cool this festive season. Plus, there’s your very own evo-branded ceramic coffee mug, or perhaps a smart gilet or beanie hat to keep you toasty on those winter walks.
Price: £24.99
Visit: evo-shop.co.uk
