Some dads ask for a tie. Tesla dads ask for more downforce. If the father in your life talks about his Model 3, Model Y, Model S, or Cybertruck the way most people talk about their favorite sports team, you already know that a generic gift card isn’t going to cut it. He wants something that makes his car faster, sharper, more comfortable, or simply cooler to look at in the driveway.
Every part in this guide was engineered to genuinely improve the driving and ownership experience, not just to look the part. To make shopping easy, we’ve split this guide into three budgets: Father’s Day gifts under $400, meaningful bolt-on upgrades from $400 to $1,500, and the go-all-out gifts at $1,500 and up. Find your dad in the list below, and give him something he’ll actually use every single day.
Under $400: Apparel, Accessories & Desk-Worthy Gifts
Not every great gift bolts onto a car. This tier is for the dad who wears his enthusiasm, and for the collector who wants a piece of UP on his desk or keyring. These are also perfect if you aren’t sure exactly which parts fit his car, since apparel and accessories fit every dad, no VIN required.
For the dad inspired by the Red Rocket Model 3 Performance: Unplugged Performance 2026 Limited Edition Hoodie, Gold Edition ($99)
The 2026 Limited Edition Hoodie centers on a blueprint-style, skeletonized Model 3 Performance graphic, a tribute to the engineering that goes into every UP build, finished in a gold colorway that, in motorsport, signals championships and podium finishes. It is crafted from premium materials for a substantial, structured feel that works for daily wear, events, or trackside mornings. Best of all, it is a true limited edition for 2026 with no planned restock, so once it is gone, it is gone. For the dad who loves the Red Rocket look, this is the gift that says you get it.
For the dad who wears a cap every day: UP Badge Snapback Cap, Black with White Logos ($44)
A clean, everyday lid with a six-panel structured crown, an embroidered UP logo up front and a badge on the back. It is 100% cotton with an adjustable snapback that fits just about anyone, which makes it the easy yes of the whole guide.
For the dad who collects limited drops: Limited Edition UP Snapback, Gold Edition ($69)
A celebration cap built around a 3D gold-embroidered UP patch that nods to UP’s Pikes Peak and race-program wins. It is a fully custom build with branded interior detailing and a true limited run with no restock, a standout for the dad who likes his gear a little more exclusive.
For the motorsport-fan dad: UP Race Team Snapback Hat ($48)
Modeled on what the UP race team actually wears, this snapback features a structured front, a curved peak, and tonal under-peak detailing. Lightweight, durable, and one-size-fits-all, it brings paddock style to everyday driving.
For the dad who keeps it stealthy: Stealth “UP” Staple T-Shirt, Black ($29.99)
Tonal-on-black, minimalist, and endlessly wearable. Tuned tone-on-tone prints keep the whole shirt blacked out, and it comes in your choice of a boxy or regular fit. It is the understated pick for the dad who lets the car do the talking.
For the Cybertruck dad: UP.FIT Cybertruck Next Gen Patrol T-Shirt ($29.99)
A soft, mid-weight unisex tee featuring a Cybertruck next-gen patrol-design chest graphic and a UP.FIT hit at the back neck. A fun, true-to-size nod to the most talked-about truck on the road.
For the dad who feels INVINCIBLE: Unplugged Performance INVINCIBLE Logo T-Shirt ($29.99)
The UP emblem sits on the chest with the INVINCIBLE wordmark across the back in a stainless-steel tone. A regular fit that holds its shape wash after wash, it is a simple, confident everyday piece.
For the dad who wants a subtle badge upgrade: Unplugged Performance UP Emblem ($50–$95)
Available for Model S, 3, X, and Y in real Ti6Al4V titanium or an OEM-matched satin or chrome finish, this emblem arrives in a gift box with 3M adhesive backing for an easy DIY install. It is the small detail that makes his Tesla feel like his Tesla.
For the dad who loves hypercar-grade materials: UP × KAM × vH Carbon Fiber Banbū Leather Keychain ($95)
A collaboration keychain pairing a Koenigsegg-sourced carbon-fiber UP logo with a sustainable vegan Banbū bamboo-leather strap. It puts genuine hypercar materials on his keyring, a tactile and giftable piece of craftsmanship.
For the dad who loves his UP-05 wheels: UP-05 Forged Mini Wheel ($165)
If your dad already runs, or dreams about, UP-05 wheels, this is the gift that lives on his desk. It is a four-inch desktop wheel machined from real 6061-T6 forged aluminum, the same material as the full-size wheels, offered in four powdercoat finishes and presented in premium packaging. A novelty piece with serious build quality behind it.
For the dad who carries it all in style: von Holzhausen × Unplugged Performance Backpack ($395)
Italian luxury meets modern materials science. Handmade in Italy from von Holzhausen’s proprietary plant-based Technik-Leather, this limited-run backpack features an engraved vH × UP metal plaque, a padded laptop compartment, and a rip-stop liner built to last. Stain, scratch, and water resistant, it is the everyday-carry upgrade for the dad with taste.
Also worth a look: Carbon Fiber Aero Mirror Cap Covers ($395)
For the dad who loves carbon fiber, these full-wrap caps add real carbon styling with aerospace-inspired vortex generators CFD-tested to reduce drag and turbulence around the mirrors. Available for Model 3 Highland and Model Y Juniper in gloss or satin.
$400 to $1,500: Real Upgrades He’ll Feel on Every Drive
This is the sweet spot of the guide: meaningful, bolt-on upgrades that change how the car drives, looks, or works, without going all the way to a full wheel-and-tire build. If your dad has been talking about ride height, handling, or his Cybertruck adventures, one of these will land perfectly.
For the Model 3 dad who wants the perfect stance: Dual Rate Linear Lowering Springs ($420)
These dual-rate springs use a softer primary rate for everyday comfort and a firmer secondary rate that takes over when he pushes through a corner, so he gets a lower, cleaner stance and reduced body roll without a harsh ride. The result is a lower center of gravity, sharper handling, and the end of that floaty factory feel.
For the Model Y dad: Dual Rate Linear Lowering Spring Set for Tesla Model Y ($420)
The same comfort-plus-control balance tuned specifically for the Model Y — a lower center of gravity, sharper handling, and the end of that floaty factory feel.
For the dad who wants a plusher ride: LuxurySuspension Kit for Model Y ($1,195–$1,495)
If his car has started to feel floaty on the highway or loose over bumps as the original shocks age, this is the fix. The Luxury Suspension Kit pairs four adjustable twin-tube dampers with UP’s dual-rate spring technology for a comfort-first tune specifically developed for the Model Y. It restores composure and control while keeping the ride genuinely comfortable. A dedicated Model 3 Luxury Suspension Kit is available in the same price range.
For the Cybertruck dad who wants an aggressive stance: Cybertruck UP INVINCIBLE Wheel Spacers, 30mm & 50mm ($185–$450)
Machined from 6061-T6 forged aluminum with hardened steel studs, these spacers push the wheels out to the edges of the fenders for a wider track, more planted road holding, and that purposeful, aggressive look. They fit both OEM and UP wheels, and they are one of the most visually dramatic upgrades dollar for dollar.
For the dad who wants to ditch the OEM lug nuts: Cybertruck Titanium & Aluminum Lug Nuts ($195–$495)
Available in grade-64 titanium or forged aluminum, these lug nuts swap out the plain Tesla OEM hardware for something far more beautiful, while reducing unsprung weight for a small but real improvement in steering feel and response.
For the overlander dad who relies on Starlink: Cybertruck Starship Starlink Mount, UP INVINCIBLE ($175)
A Starlink mount that bolts cleanly to the Cybertruck’s mounting points so he can keep his Starlink dish secure and connected wherever the road ends. Available in L-Track or roof-applique versions, it is essential gear for the dad who works or camps off-grid.
For the dad who drives where the streetlights end: Cybertruck UP INVINCIBLE 50″ Double Row LED Light Bar (48V) ($845–$1,293.75)
When he heads out on late-night expeditions or drives the middle of nowhere, this brings the sun with him: 96 LEDs producing 38,400 raw lumens and over 3,000 feet of throw, in a rugged weatherproof housing engineered to fit the Cybertruck’s 48V system directly.
For the legacy Model S dad: Billet Adjustable Rear Camber Arms, Model S & Model X ($695)
Older Model S and Model X cars, and any that have been lowered, tend to run excess negative camber in the rear, which chews through the inside edge of the tires. These billet adjustable arms let an installer dial the alignment back to neutral, restoring even tire wear and saving him money on tires down the road.
For the 2021+ Model S dad: Model S Plaid Sports Dynamic Air Suspension Lowering Kit ($495)
This lowering kit drops the 2021+ Model S for a lower center of gravity and reduced drag, improving both handling and efficiency, while fully retaining the factory air suspension and all of its ride modes. Tuned in partnership with Bilstein. A Model X version is available as well.
For the track-day dad: 2021+ Model S Plaid 3-Way Adjustable Rear Sway Bar ($395–$890)
A three-way adjustable sway bar that sharpens turn-in and reduces body roll, with settings he can tune for the street or the track. UP recommends a rear bar for nearly every Model S owner who wants flatter, more confident cornering, and the front-and-rear set is available if he wants the full treatment.
$1,500 and Up: Go All Out for the Best Dad Ever
When he has been the best dad all year, this is how you say thank you. These are the statement upgrades: functional carbon aero, race-winning suspension, serious Cybertruck capability, and a full set of forged wheels.
For the dad who loves carbon fiber that actually works
UP carbon is not just for looks. These pieces are CFD-validated to do a job, and every panel is made from genuine prepreg carbon fiber with factory-level fit.
Carbon Fiber Rear Diffuser Trim Extension — Model 3 (2024+) ($795)
CFD-validated to cut drag by roughly 2.4% and, paired with the matching spoiler, add around 534N of downforce, all with a clean, factory-level fit that looks like it came from the design studio.
Carbon Fiber Front Lip Cover — Model 3 Performance (2024+) ($995)
Replaces the stock plastic lip with prepreg carbon for an instant OEM-plus visual upgrade while preserving Tesla’s efficient low-drag baseline. A subtle, high-quality way to elevate the front end.
Carbon Fiber High-Efficiency Rear Spoiler — Model 3 (2024+) ($795–$895)
Developed across 143 CFD simulations to reduce drag and improve high-speed stability, with a no-drill adhesive install. It is form and function in one tidy package.
Carbon Fiber Front Lip Spoiler, Performance only — Model 3 Performance ($1,595)
For the Model 3 Performance dad who wants the real deal: a prepreg carbon front lip that reduces lift and adds downforce, with a no-drill wrap-around install in satin or gloss. This is the aggressive, track-ready front end.
For the racing dad
Tesla Model 3 Race Pro Coilover Suspension Kit ($2,895–$2,995)
This is the gift for the dad who treats the track like a second home. UP’s Race Spec coilovers combine the company’s championship coilover design with race-specific valving, Swift linear springs, and pillowball top mounts, and they have set outright Tesla lap records at circuits including Tsukuba, Buttonwillow, Laguna Seca, and Fuji. They are 30-way damping adjustable and fully height adjustable, hand-built in the USA, dyno-validated, and backed by a 2-year warranty that includes unlimited racing plus a money-back faster-laps guarantee. Fits all Model 3 years from 2017 to 2024+.
For the Cybertruck dad
Cybertruck UP INVINCIBLE HD Rock Sliders ($2,795–$2,995)
These high-strength carbon-steel sliders replace the vulnerable plastic rocker panels, double as rugged side steps that make climbing in and out far easier, and add real off-road protection and ground clearance. A modular bolt-on that is equal parts capability and convenience.
Cybertruck Rear Secondary Adjustable Shock Kit — CYBRSHOCKS ($2,295)
CYBRSHOCKS add a secondary, adjustable shock inside the rear wishbone to tame the OEM air spring’s under-damped, soft behavior. The payoff is much better rear-end control, less body motion, and a more planted feel — especially when towing, hauling, or heading off-road.
If you really want to spoil him: a full set of forged wheels
Nothing transforms a Tesla in looks and in feel like a set of UP forged wheels. Forged from 6061-T6 aerospace aluminum, they are dramatically stronger and lighter than cast OEM wheels, which reduces unsprung weight for better acceleration, braking, and handling. There is a set for every dad and every model:
- Model 3 UP-05 Forged Wheels, Set of 4 — $3,595 to $4,695
- Model Y UP-05 Forged Wheels, Set of 4 — $3,595 to $5,595
- Model 3 UP-03 Lightweight Forged Wheels, Set of 4 — $3,595 to $4,795
- Model S Plaid UP-03 Lightweight Forged Wheels — $3,895 to $5,595
- Model X / X Plaid UP-03 Lightweight Forged Wheels, Set of 4 — $4,395 to $6,595
- Model S UP-RW FF Wheels, Set of 4 — $1,835 to $1,995
- Model 3 UP-RW Road Warrior Forged Wheels, Set of 4 — $2,595 to $2,995
- Model Y UP-RW Road Warrior Forged Wheels, Set of 4 — $2,595 to $2,995
- Cybertruck UP Forged UP-RW Wheels — $798.75 to $3,195
- Cybertruck UP-03 Beadlock Wheel & Tire Package — $1,795 to $9,449
How to Choose
Start with how he uses the car. The dad who loves comfort wants springs, a luxury suspension kit, or CYBRSHOCKS. The dad who loves the look wants carbon aero, an aggressive stance, or a fresh set of forged wheels. The dad who lives for the track wants the Race Pro coilovers and a sway bar. The dad who lives for adventure wants the Starlink mount, the LED light bar, and rock sliders.
And if you aren’t sure of his exact build, or you just want something that is a guaranteed fit, the hoodie, caps, tees, and the UP-05 Mini Wheel are can’t-miss gifts at any budget.
Every product above is engineered, tested, and backed by Unplugged Performance, and select items even earn UP Rewards points toward future upgrades. Browse the full lineup at unpluggedperformance.com, and give the Tesla dad in your life a gift he’ll think about every time he gets behind the wheel.
