FEATURED BRAND

Koch-Chemie Car Detailing

German car care chemicals from pre-wash to interior, including Active Foam, Green Star, ProtectorWax and the One Cut & Finish P6.02 polish.

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FEATURED BRAND

CarPro Ceramic Coatings

CQuartz ceramic coatings for paint, PPF, wheels and interiors, plus wash and decontamination favourites including IronX, WheelX and Lift snow foam.

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IK Sprayers and Foamers

Refillable pressure sprayers, pump foamers and trigger sprayers for your own chemicals, including the Foam Pro 2, Multi TR 1 and 12 litre Multi Pro.

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SHOP BY DEPARTMENT

Shop Car Care & Detailing Products

Find the right products, tools and equipment for the job, with tracked UK delivery or Click & Collect from our Ilkeston store.

Exterior Car Care

Wash, decontamination, wheels, glass and paint protection.

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Interior Car Care

Fabric, leather, plastics, air fresheners and interior tools.

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Protection & Coatings

Waxes, sealants, ceramic coatings and glass protection.

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Pressure Washers & Equipment

Pressure washers, lances, hoses and water systems.

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Tools & Accessories

Brushes, microfibres, bottles, storage and workshop kit.

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Glass Care

Glass cleaners, polishes, coatings and dedicated glass cloths.

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Interior Cleaning & Finishing

Interior cleaners, APCs, quick detailers and dressings for the whole cabin.

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Fabric, Carpet & Upholstery

Carpet and fabric cleaners, stain removers, Alcantara care and fabric protection.

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Air Fresheners & Odour Control

Hanging, vent and spray fresheners, car perfumes and odour eliminators.

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Interior Tools & Equipment

Interior brushes, pet hair tools, vacuums, extractors and interior cloths.

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Popular at TDHQ

A selection of car care products available through The Drivers HQ.

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Shop By Job

Start with the Job

Choose what you want to achieve and find the products, equipment and advice that fit the process.

Safely Wash Your Vehicle

Pre-wash, snow foam, shampoo, wash mitts and drying towels.

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Clean Wheels & Tyres

Wheel brushes, woolies and microfibre wheel brushes for every part of the wheel.

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Machine Polish Paintwork

Polisher kits from DAS-6, ShineMate, Vertool, Maxshine, SGCB and KDN.

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Protect Your Vehicle

Waxes, sealants, ceramic coatings, glass protection and maintenance.

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Decontaminate the Paint

Clay bars, sponges, cloths and mitts that lift bonded contamination.

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Clear the Glass

Rain repellents and hydrophobic glass cleaners that keep the screen clear.

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Dry Without Marring

Plush drying towels that soak up water without marring the paint.

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Everything You Need for a Safer Wash

Build Your Setup

Everything You Need for a Safer Wash

Build a practical wash process with pre-wash, contact-wash and drying products selected for each stage.

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BRANDS WE STOCK

Featured Car Care Brands

Explore selected manufacturers trusted by enthusiasts, detailers and professionals.

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AutoBeadCeramic coatings, shampoos and maintenance sprays.
CarProCeramic coatings, decontamination and paint correction.
SONAXShampoos, polishes, interior cleaners and tyre care.
ValetPRODetailing chemicals and accessories.
Sam's DetailingDetailing tools, brushes and accessories.
Mammoth MicrofibreMicrofibre towels, wash mitts and applicators.
Lake CountryMachine polishing pads and correction accessories.
The Drivers HQOwn-brand car care, apparel and accessories.

New at The Drivers HQ

The latest products and equipment now available through TDHQ.

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New Exterior

New Interior

New Paint Correction

New Tools & Accessories

Brand Spotlight

Autobead

Autobead is a UK detailing brand covering the wash, wheels, polishing and protection, with ceramic coatings for paint, wheels, glass, leather and fabric. The best sellers are Heavy Dirt Citrus Pre Wash, Pure Shampoo 2300:1 and Snow Foam Pre-Wash.

  • Wash, wheels, polishing and protection in one range
  • Ceramic coatings for paint, wheels, glass, leather and fabric
  • A British brand, stocked in our Ilkeston store
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Autobead

TDHQ ADVICE CENTRE

Better Results Start with Better Information

Learn about washing, polishing, protection and more.
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The Correct Order to Detail a Car How-To Guide
20 min read

The Correct Order to Detail a Car

Not sure which stage of car detailing should come first? This guide explains the correct order to detail a car, from wheels, pr...

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Car Detailing for Beginners: Where Do I Start? How-To Guide
22 min read

Car Detailing for Beginners: Where Do I Start?

New to car detailing and not sure where to begin? This beginner’s guide explains common detailing terminology, the basic stages...

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What Do I Need to Detail My Car at Home? Buying Guide
21 min read

What Do I Need to Detail My Car at Home?

New to car detailing and unsure what you actually need? This UK beginner’s guide breaks down the essential car detailing produc...

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Wax vs Sealant vs Ceramic Coating Comparison
2 min read

Wax vs Sealant vs Ceramic Coating

Three different kinds of paint protection with genuinely different demands and lifespans. The right one depends on preparation ...

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Pressure Washer Fittings Explained Equipment Guide
2 min read

Pressure Washer Fittings Explained

Most pressure washer frustration is a connector problem, not a machine problem. This explains the common fitting types and how ...

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Compound vs Polish: What Is the Difference? Comparison
2 min read

Compound vs Polish: What Is the Difference?

Both correct paint, but they do different jobs and are not interchangeable. Here is how to tell which one a job actually needs.

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How to Wash Your Car Safely How-To Guide
17 min read

How to Wash Your Car Safely

The wash stage causes most of the swirl marks people later pay to have polished out. This is the order of operations that avoid...

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NOT SURE WHAT YOU NEED?

Ask the TDHQ Team

Tell us about the vehicle, surface, equipment or result you are working with. Photographs and product details can be submitted where they help explain the question.

  • Tell us the vehicle, the surface and the result you want
  • We will help identify suitable products and explain the important differences
  • Photographs welcome, especially for pressure washer fittings
  • Advice is available before you buy, not only after something has gone wrong
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The Drivers HQ detailing store in Ilkeston, Derbyshire

VISIT US

Shop TDHQ in Ilkeston

Browse car care products in person, collect eligible online orders and speak to the team about products, fittings and equipment.

  • Address
    The Drivers HQ Express Ilkeston
    1A Shipley Court
    Manners Industrial Estate
    Ilkeston
    Derbyshire
    DE7 8EF
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  • Opening hours Monday to Friday 10:30am to 7:00pm
    Saturday and Sunday 10:30am to 5:00pmOpen 7 days a week. Tuesday is Click & Collect only.
  • Telephone 01332 480539
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Beyond The Detail

Automotive Lifestyle from TDHQ

Explore clothing, accessories, gifts, wall art and products made for people whose interest in cars goes beyond cleaning them.

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Car Culture

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Explore products built around car ownership, automotive culture and everyday enthusiast life.

Clothing

T-shirts, hoodies, caps, jackets and automotive workwear.

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Stickers & Decals

Automotive decals, graphics and enthusiast designs.

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Gifts & Collectables

Car-related gifts, keyrings, models and collectable products.

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Home, Garage & Wall Art

Posters, prints, signs and products for automotive spaces.

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Cards & Everyday Lifestyle

Greeting cards and lifestyle products designed around car culture.

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Wear It

Wear the Culture

Browse TDHQ clothing, automotive brands, casual merchandise and workwear.

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Featured Lifestyle Products

Automotive clothing, accessories and lifestyle products from the TDHQ range.

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For The Garage, Home Or Drive

Automotive Products Beyond the Car

Bring car culture into the garage, office or home with artwork, accessories and gifts selected for automotive enthusiasts.

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Wear It, Drive It

Lifestyle & Clothing Brands

Clothing, collectables and car-culture brands stocked at The Drivers HQ.

Browse Lifestyle Brands Clothing Brands
Late Brake Supply
Broke Boys
Brisa VW Collection
Bride
Foose Design
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HQ Rewards

Earn More with HQ Rewards

Earn points through eligible purchases and rewards activities, then manage available rewards through your TDHQ customer account.

  1. Create Your AccountJoin with your email address through your secure TDHQ account.
  2. Earn Points1 point for each £1 of eligible spend, plus eligible reviews and birthdays.
  3. Redeem Rewards100 points = £1, redeemed through My HQ Rewards.
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For Automotive Businesses

TDHQ Trade Membership

Detailers, valeters, PPF installers and car wash businesses can apply. Once approved, TDHQ Trade Membership is £9.99 a month on a 12-month minimum term: 10% off every product except sale items, and HQ Rewards points as normal.

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Part of the Car Community

Follow new products, customer cars, store activity, guides and automotive events from The Drivers HQ.

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GOOD TO KNOW

Questions About The Drivers HQ

Where we are, how delivery and Click & Collect work, and how to get help choosing products.

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Where is The Drivers HQ?

The Drivers HQ is a car care, detailing and car lifestyle shop at 1A Shipley Court, Manners Industrial Estate, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 8EF. Shop online or visit the store: Visit Our Ilkeston Store has the opening times and directions.

Do you deliver across the UK?

Yes. We deliver to UK addresses with tracked delivery. The delivery options and charges for your basket are shown at checkout before you pay, and Delivery Information lists the current services.

Can I collect my order from the store?

Yes. Click & Collect from our Ilkeston store is free for eligible orders, and most orders with available Ilkeston stock are ready within 5 minutes during opening times. Please wait for the collection-ready confirmation before you travel. See Click & Collect.

Can you help me choose the right products?

Yes. Tell us the vehicle, the surface and the result you want through Product Advice, or speak to the team in the Ilkeston store. Photographs are welcome, especially for pressure washer fittings.

Which car care brands do you stock?

Brands include Autobead, Koch-Chemie, CarPro, SONAX, ValetPRO, Sam's Detailing, Lake Country, Mammoth Microfibre and IK Sprayers, alongside clothing and car culture brands. The Brands page lists every brand from A to Z.

Do you offer trade accounts?

Yes. Detailers, valeters, PPF installers and car wash businesses can apply for TDHQ Trade Membership: 10% off every product except sale items, selected Trade deals and a Find a Detailer profile, for £9.99 a month on a 12-month minimum term.

Car Care, Automotive Lifestyle and Proper Support

Shop the complete TDHQ range, browse by brand, get Product Advice or visit the Ilkeston store.

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