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  • Dash Camera under £100 shortlist (Article)
    However, the MiVue C330 features a dated Mini-USB port, a connector that isn't commonly used anymore. It comes with a moulded 12v socket on the lead, too, so if you want to use this with a dual USB adaptor (allowing you to charge something else from your 12v socket) you'll more than likely have to buy another lead unless you have one knocking about the house.
  • Review: YI Smart dash cam (productReview)
    It's a neat looking thing too, and a lot less intrusive or bulky than many other dashcams. The power lead goes in the right-hand side, the MicroSD card in the left - and you're ready to go.  Like most dash cams, the YI is designed to be something you can forget about. It will turn on when you switch on the ignition and start recording immediately.
  • RUNNING IN A DIESEL: What's the best way to run-in a diesel engine? (FAQs)
    However, this does not always work and the extra fuel can instead find its way into the engine sump, contaminating the lube oil and sometimes leading to such a rise in sump oil level that the engine can start to run uncontrollably on its sump oil and will self-destruct. Peugeot/Citroen/Ford diesel engines don't need to get quite as hot as diesels in other makes because they use an additive to help regenerate the DPF.
  • Top 10: Dog carriers and cages 2023 (Article)
    Well suited to travelling in a car, it includes a clip to attach to the vehicle seatbelt as well as an interior ring to attach your pet’s lead for added security. Smartly finished in grey and black, there’s also a comfortable fleece liner for maximum cosiness. Milo & Misty Fabric Pet Carrier Another model that comes in four sizes to suit a variety of dogs (and other pets), this Milo & Misty carrier has a sturdy steel frame with a waterproof nylon covering, including plenty of mesh widows to give light and air to your travelling companion.
  • Top 10: Best corded lawnmowers 2023 (Article)
    It’s also quieter than many rivals and comes with a three-year warranty. Just remember to budget for an extension cable, as the stock lead is only 10m long. Flymo Chevron 32VC 1200W 32cm push mower This Flymo offering, unlike others here, has an integral rear roller – which means it will leave a smart striped cut.
  • Cheap car insurance for modern classics (Article)
    Sure, it didn’t stop younger enthusiasts enjoying cars from the 1970s but the fact they were classified as historic or gifted a tax break became a divisive issue and lead to the creation of so-called ‘modern classics’ and 'youngtimers' factions. Nowadays, the classic tax break has been reintroduced – although rolling at 40 years. Which means only now are cars from the late 1970s ‘officially’ considered classics.
  • Review: Campingaz Powerbox Plus 28L electric cooler (productReview)
    The cooler can also be plugged into the mains, which means you can chill the box before loading it up and putting it in the back of your camper or car. However, a mains power lead isn't included with the box, which means you'll have to buy one if you want to charge it via a three pin plug socket.  ELECTRIC CARS: Is an EV right for me? (FAQs)
    The Elettrica is also exempt from annual VED The car combines Italian styling and design, Japanese engineering and British electronics. Available in lead-battery and lithium-battery versions, the cars offer an ergonomically-designed interior and a striking 'double-bow' exterior design in red, white, yellow, black and silver. For pictures link to www.futurevehicles.co.uk Lithium batteries have a much longer life than lead/acid batteries, are lighter, and do not represent an environmental hazard on disposal.
  • DIESEL v PETROL: Which is better for me?   (FAQs)
    The problems tend to start after about 3 - 4 years old but can start earlier: Dual mass flywheel failures on manuals leading to failures of drive, often incorrectly prescribed as clutch failure when in fact it is the dual mass flywheel that has failed: £800 - £1,500. Turbo and intercooler failures: £1,000 - 1,500.
  • Review: RAC in-car harness and seat belt connector (productReview)
    There's a grab strap at the back of the harness together with a D ring to attach the connector, this can also be used to attach a lead so the harness can be used for walking your dog as well. There's bright orange high viz on the harness for safety when walking to and from the car as well. The seat belt connector is straight forward; one end connects to the harness and the other clicks into the seat belt of your car.
  • Review: Ring RAC 610 analogue air compressor (productReview)
    Plugging it in and connecting it to your car’s tyre valve is very easy and intuitive, although you might miss that torch function of the 635 if you’re attempting to do it on the side of a dark road. The three-metre power lead unwinds easily and is long enough for most purposes. MISFUELLING A CAR: What should you do if you accidentally put the wrong fuel in your car?  (FAQs)
    The diesel can make its way into the oil sump and raise the oil level while thinning it out. This can lead to a lack of lubrication for the engine – much like actually running out of oil. Diesel Cars: Petrol is corrosive in a diesel fuel system, attacking the rubber hoses and seals and the plastic fuel tank itself.
  • Review: Hiplok Z-Lok (productReview)
    The obvious use is for tying your bike to fences and the like but use your imagination and it's also good for securing your bike to car roof racks, attaching your bag to a chair or even fixing a dog lead to a drainpipe. What's it like?
  • Review: Ring RBGDC200 dash camera (productReview)
    The power cord is long enough to route out of sight and hide away, while the camera is discreet enough to fit behind the rear-view mirror. That said, the power lead itself has an old fashioned DC connection at the camera end, instead of the usual Mini- or Micro-USB connector. That means finding a hard-wire kit is difficult. Once installed the dash camera works like any other.
  • What is the cheapest Classic Car Insurance for a Land Rover? (Article)
    While they're easy to fix and designed to be kept on the road, non-service items for early Series models can be hard to find, as can interiors (which often lead a hard life). How can I lower the cost of my insurance Insurers often offer discounts if you’re a member of a classic car club. And there are plenty of Land Rover Clubs about devoted to all the models as well as off-road acitivities.
  • Top 10: Car-based Lego kits 2020 (Article)
      Lego City High Speed Police Chase This kit encompasses all that Lego is about – building something fairly simple and having a ton of fun playing with it. Of course – that leads on to building stuff that’s really quite complicated… This kit features two baddies on motorbikes and a policeman with his car.   Lego City Auto Transporter For younger car-loving Lego fans the City range of products is probably the best.
  • Review: Nextbase 312GW dash cam (productReview)
    The quick release system means you can leave the suction mount in place in the screen, hooked up to the power lead. When you leave the car the body of the camera can be removed, then slotted back in place when you want to get back on the road, with no need to adjust camera angles or fiddle around with wires. Does MoneySupermarket offer classic car insurance? (Article)
    awinmid=12049&awinaffid=106674&clickref=Classics&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.moneysupermarket.com%2Fshop%2Fcar-insurance%2Fquestionset%2Fyour-car%23%3Fnew-journey" target="_blank">MoneySupermarket * thanks to its prominent advertising, but in case you have missed it already it is one of the leading price comparison sites where you can search out deals on financial products, holidays, utilities and insurance, including car insurance. While the MoneySupermarket website mentions more specialised insurance such as black box and young driver insurance as well as classic car insurance, it is not recognised as broker that specialises in classic car cover.
  • How to buy a classic car (Article)
    If the concentration is allowed to drop this will lead to corrosion of the aluminium leading to the coolant waterways getting clogged up – and that includes the radiator. Leave the engine ticking over and make sure it doesn't overheat. Keep an eye on the temperature gauge and once the engine is hot see if the thermostatic electric fan cuts in if one is fitted.
  • Review: Nextbase 322GW dash cam (productReview)
    But with the Series 2 range, Nextbase has addressed this with a new mount which is excellent. The power lead goes to the mount rather than the dash cam and with one ball type adjustor, it's easy to get the camera in the right place without having to adjust various tighteners. The clever bit is the magnetic connector which means you can easily take off the camera without having to remove the mount.
 

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