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  Review: Peugeot Metropolis 400i RXR 2017 Road Test (productReview)
  That makes it a smart alternative to those two bikes and one we would probably pick over both, if given the choice. But that’s disregarding a very important point. That is, if you passed your car driving test after 19 January 2013 then you’ll need a full, category A2 bike licence to ride the Metropolis. If that’s the case, then there are plenty of two-wheeled competitors we’d pick over this bike – machines like the Suzuki Burgman 400, which is £1000 cheaper.
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  Review: Honda CB500X 2016 (productReview)
  The switchgear is sturdy, the paint is thick and everything feels built to last. The instruments are simple and there are no fanciful selectable driving modes, but the bike doesn’t feel any worse for it. One of the cleverest ways Honda has saved money with the CB500X is by sharing its basic underpinnings with two other bikes. The CB500F and CBR500R both use the same A2-friendly engine as the 500X, but with either a street or sports bike personality.
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  Review: Nextbase Duo dash cam (productReview)
  In the box is the dash camera itself, a long 12V power cable, a suction mount with a built-in GPS receiver, a data cable for connecting to a computer and a software CD-ROM, the contents from which can also be downloaded for free if your laptop has no CD drive. No memory card is supplied, so you’ll need to buy a high quality microSD card. The camera itself is nicely put together and is made of a mixture of brushed metal and solid, hardwearing plastic.
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  Review: Journey Rapid Express Wireless Car Charger (productReview)
  Thanks to the well designed mount, it's incredibly sturdy with no shake or wobble on the move, which means it's easy to glance at your phone for directions. The magnet holder has proven extremely impressive too. Even driving our Q7 over muddy rutted tracks, which shake the cabin all over the place, our phone did not fall off. The 'snap' as it locks onto the magnet is very reassuring. Charging has proven fast and reliable too It may not be cheap but the Rapid Express is definitely good value, given just how well it performs.
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  Review: Thule ProRide roof bike rack (productReview)
  The only thing to be aware of is height restrictions - you soon forget you've got bikes on the car and you don't want to ruin a trip with the sound of cracked carbon and you drive into a height-restricted car park. 
• AUCTIONS: Is buying a car from an auction straightforward? (FAQs)
   If you are unsure about the car, walk away.  But if it is the car for you, bid confidently up to your budget and you could be driving the car of your dreams this Easter." BCA's top 10 tips for buying a car at auction:   * Don't buy on your first visit - sample the atmosphere and get used to the pace.
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  Review: Mio MiVue C570 (productReview)
  When it comes to dash cameras, there are generally two types of buyers; those that are willing to pay a premium for quality and extra features, and those that want an affordable, bog-standard cam that'll record their drives clearly. Unfortunately for Mio, it's dash cam sometimes fall outside of both these categories - producing expensive dash cams that don't offer the same level of footage quality or features as rivals.
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  Review: Philips VoiceTracer DVT2710 (productReview)
  , there’s no obvious place to get a software download online. Once we got onto a Windows PC with a CD-drive, the software crashed a few times. Once it finally loaded, we went through about 15 minutes of steps, including having to print off a ten-page section of our chosen literature from Philips' list (we opted for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory).
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  Review: Z-Edge Z3 Plus dashcam (productReview)
  There's a useful Quick Start guide which shows you which are best settings depending on what kind of driving you're doing, whether it be the daily commute, a road trip or want continuous recording. Once plugged in, the Z3 Plus happily goes about its business and starts recording as soon as you turn the ignition on. 
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  Review: Navdy head-up display (productReview)
  It’s a truly impressive bit of equipment that works brilliantly and brings a wealth of features directly into your eyeline when driving. And it's regularly updated, with new features coming in frequent over-the-air software patches. There is a lot to take in when using Navdy, though - so while it promises to minimise distraction and keep your eyes on the road, it can do the exact opposite at first.
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  How to value your classic car for insurance purposes (Article)
  Every insurer is has a different policy. We’ve seen agreed policies offered to 17-year-old first drive drivers and policies where you have to be over 30. How do I get an agree value policy on my classic? As you’d expect, there are a few hoops to jump through in terms of getting the car valued.
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  Best classic car insurance for imported vehicles from Japan, America (Article)
  Joining the relevant car club is a good idea with any classic, not just an imported one – it tells the insurer you’re serious about owning, driving, and enjoying your car. You can also go for a limited mileage policy. This might curtail your dreams of commuting every day in the summer but, realistically, most classics are second cars and few do more than 3000 miles a year.
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  Review: Ohme Home Pro EV Charger (productReview)
  I initially wasn't sure if a five metre cable would be long enough given the various EVs I test, but it's surprisingly flexible cable and I've managed to hook it up to every EV that's been on the drive with no fuss. You can lock the unit - as we have - so you have to approve each plug-in via the app. It means no one can randomly just charge their car while you're out.  For us, the fact the Home Pro comes with the backing of Ohme is another plus.
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  Review: Thule Epos towbar bike rack (productReview)
  You can then easily open and close the boot before pushing the rack back in place - there's a reassuring click so you know it's locked in place and isn't going to fly backwards as you pull off your drive.  Should I buy one?  
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  Christmas 2021: Best Gifts Under £25 (Article)
  Published by Haynes, better know for workshop manuals, this hardcover 176-page book covers everything you need to know, f rom hiring cars and paperwork, to what to take, driving laws, crossing borders and emergencies.

  Top 10: Gifts under £10 (Article)
  From the geniuses at The Proper Marmalade Company,   Spreadable Whisky is the surprisingly delicious way to sneak a rich dose of malty goodness onto your toast. While we wouldn't suggest it before you drive to work, it's the perfect evening treat - plus, it's suitable for vegans and less that a tenner. Booyah. Wallet Ninja 18-in-1 multi-tool The Wallet Ninja is an 18-in-1 Multi-Tool which, as the name suggests, fits in your wallet (or purse).
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  Top 10: Gifts under £10 (Article)
  From the geniuses at The Proper Marmalade Company,   Spreadable Whisky is the surprisingly delicious way to sneak a rich dose of malty goodness onto your toast. While we wouldn't suggest it before you drive to work, it's the perfect evening treat - plus, it's suitable for vegans and less that a tenner. Booyah. Wallet Ninja 18-in-1 multi-tool The Wallet Ninja is an 18-in-1 Multi-Tool which, as the name suggests, fits in your wallet (or purse).
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  Review: Cybex Cloud Z i-size infant carrier (productReview)
  Fortunately, it lived up to expectations. After two months of use, the seat remained as comfortable as ever. On long haul drives - in excess of six hours - this seat does not disappoint with the baby sleeping through the night as if it was his own bed. The canopy offers protection from harmful rays (SPF50+) and helps to induce sleep and a relaxing car journey.
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  Review: Michelin Fit2Go Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (productReview)
  The solar-powered receiver displays the exact tyre pressures in psi or bar and has an adhesive backing to fit onto the vehicle's dashboard or windscreen. We chose to place it at the top of our windscreen so that we could easily see it while driving but it also wouldn't distract us. The screen is angled, so you need to be careful about where you place it - especially as reflective glare will make it impossible to see the TPMS readings.

  Top 10: Best sat navs for horse boxes and horse vans (Article)
  Mio Spirit 8670 LM Truck Mio’s Spirit range already has a good reputation for value and quality, and with this Truck European specification version you can have the peace of mind too. The software in this particular version is designed specifically for those driving larger vehicles, so it can be set to avoid low bridges, and it also includes hands-free telephone operation and road speed limit information. TomTom GO Camper Sat Nav Designed specifically to take the stress out of navigating a larger vehicle around the country, the TomTom Camper sat nav brings all the welcome features of a regular TomTom with a few extras thrown in.