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Top 10: Summer accessories for campervans and motorhomes (Article)
Shenkey inflatable lounger Currently reduced from £60 on Amazon, the Shenkey inflatable lounger is the air bed that needs no pump; instead you hold it over your head and run to catch the breeze, then secure the air inside with the straps. Better still, the Shenkey has a pillow shape at one end, a bottle holder, stake to keep it where you want it and a bottle holder. -
Top 10: Gifts for Men (Article)
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. Aftershokz Aeropex bone-conduction headphones For those that run, cycle etc - it can be tough to find the right balance between blocking out the world and remaining aware of your surroundings. This is where bone conduction headphones like the Aeropex come in. The newest bone-conduction offering from Aftershokz are the smallest sleekest pair of exercise headphones it's launched to date and, as you've likely, gathered, they don't go in your ears. -
Top 10: Gifts for Men (Article)
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. Aftershokz Aeropex bone-conduction headphones For those that run, cycle etc - it can be tough to find the right balance between blocking out the world and remaining aware of your surroundings. This is where bone conduction headphones like the Aeropex come in. The newest bone-conduction offering from Aftershokz are the smallest sleekest pair of exercise headphones it's launched to date and, as you've likely, gathered, they don't go in your ears. -
Top 10: Scooters 2020 (Article)
It’s so good, the PCX calls into question the need to own a car in a city as it can deal with year-round journeys in total comfort. It also has low running costs thanks to its 133.9mpg combined consumption, so 175 miles from a tank is easily on the cards. >> Read our full review Kymco X-Town 300i ABS Kymco ably demonstrates you don’t need a big budget to enjoy a maxi scooter with its new X-Town 300i ABS. -
Top 10: Best tyre inflators 2023 (Article)
All you have to do is to connect the air line to your tyre’s valve, dial in the desired pressure and then hit start. The compressor will then run, pumping the tyre up to the desired pressure. Other benefits include an integrated light, a digital display, a neat transport case and a long 3.5-metre 12V cable. A one-year warranty is standard. -
Top 10: Gifts for Petrolheads 2019 (Article)
Tyre pressure readings are accurate and there's a loud beep when the wheels get rolling to let you know the TPMS is up and running. However, we worry about the security of the sensors considering it would only take a couple of minutes to make off with all four. >> Read our full review -
Top 10: Gifts for petrolheads (Article)
How To Be A Motoring Journalist book Richard Porter’s tale of fictional motoring journalist and bombastic curmudgeon Roy Lanchester is part autobiographically and serves partially as an educational toolkit. Porter was the script editor for Clarkson’s Top Gear and, among other things, runs the Sniff Petrol website – a satirical motoring website. The particularities of motoring journalism itself are impressively realistic and well observed though, albeit they're fed into a Spinal Tap machine. -
Top 10: Best Tool chests (Article)
The brand, after all, has long been associated with high-quality tools that are ideal for professionals. If you run a garage, for example, Snap-on is likely your first port of call. This top chest is one of its smaller and less expensive options – although it’s still far more costly than anything you’ll find here – but its durable finish, heavy-duty construction means it will stand the test of time. -
Top 10: Child car safety products (Article)
This Nextbase mount straps seven to 10-inch tablets to the back of the front head rests, plus it can be wired up so the device never runs out of battery when the car is running. As a means of keeping a tablet in a safe place it’s ideal, but the downside is that the tablet can’t really be used for anything but videos, since it’s out of reach. -
Top 10: Welders for under £300 (Article)
Clarke Easi-arc 160N If you've got some gates (or a Land Rover chassis) to weld up, then you might find the thicker steel is too much for your MIG welder. Step forward this handy home use ARC kit. It's 150 amps so you'll be able to run it off a domestic socket and it's variable so it'll go down to 40 amps if you find yourself dealing with thinner metal. It comes complete with standard welding leads, electrode holder, earth clamp, face shield, and chipping pick/wire brush. -
How to buy a classic car (Article)
That’ll cost money, but what’s worse is a malady that’s hard to track down and leads to poor running. So before parting with any cash, establish what work an engine might need and factor that into the price you pay for the car. Don’t start the engine until you’ve inspected all the bodywork and interior, giving it time to cool down if the owner has run it up to temperature before your arrival. -
Classic car insurance for 17, 18, 19, 20 & 25 year olds (Article)
But with young drivers facing four-figure premiums for insuring a modern car, what chance have they got of being able to run a classic? Thankfully, insurers are starting to offer bespoke insurance policies for younger drivers that don't cost the earth. What is classic car insurance for younger drivers? It means enthusiasts between 18 and 24 can get insured on a vehicle that’s more than 20 years of age. -
Top 10: Gifts for petrolheads (Article)
How To Be A Motoring Journalist book Richard Porter’s tale of fictional motoring journalist and bombastic curmudgeon Roy Lanchester is part autobiographically and serves partially as an educational toolkit. Porter was the script editor for Clarkson’s Top Gear and, among other things, runs the Sniff Petrol website – a satirical motoring website. The particularities of motoring journalism itself are impressively realistic and well observed though, albeit they're fed into a Spinal Tap machine. -
Top 10: 125cc bikes with manual transmissions (Article)
Honda Wave 110i – £1999 There is no clutch lever on the Wave – it has a semi-auto transmission, so bridges the gap between a motorbike in a scooter. It’s designed to be as durable and practical as possible, so should run and run through all seasons. It has Honda’s well proven fuel-injection system too, so there’s no issues getting it to start on cold days. Unfortunately, it’s a little bit on the slow side, with a top speed of around 60mph and lethargic acceleration. -
Gift under £20 of the Year shortlist (Article)
The boxes have been created for 3-8 year old's by qualified teachers and support the national curriculum. Boxes start at £8.95 a month plus free shipping. There's also currently a 10% discount running, so if you sign up you'll receive 10% off your first box using the code FIRSTBOX10 at checkout. This offer only applies to the month to month boxes, not the 3, 6 and 12-month gift subscriptions. -
Top 10: Gifts for Women (Article)
>> Read our full review Aftershokz Aeropex bone-conduction headphones For those that run, cycle etc - it can be tough to find the right balance between blocking out the world and remaining aware of your surroundings. This is where bone conduction headphones like the Aeropex come in. The newest bone-conduction offering from Aftershokz are the smallest sleekest pair of exercise headphones it's launched to date and, as you've likely, gathered, they don't go in your ears. -
Top 10: Gifts for Women (Article)
In true Haynes style, there's also clear step-by-step photography and easy-to-follow instructions with difficulty ratings for each project. Aftershokz Aeropex bone-conduction headphones For those that run, cycle etc - it can be tough to find the right balance between blocking out the world and remaining aware of your surroundings. This is where bone conduction headphones like the Aeropex come in. The newest bone-conduction offering from Aftershokz are the smallest sleekest pair of exercise headphones it's launched to date and, as you've likely, gathered, they don't go in your ears. -
Top 10: Father's Day gifts for petrolheads 2019 (Article)
How To Be A Motoring Journalist book Richard Porter’s tale of fictional motoring journalist and bombastic curmudgeon Roy Lanchester is part autobiographically and serves partially as an educational toolkit. Porter was the script editor for Clarkson’s Top Gear and, among other things, runs the Sniff Petrol website – a satirical motoring website. The particularities of motoring journalism itself are impressively realistic and well observed though, albeit they're fed into a Spinal Tap machine. -
Top 10: Father's Day gifts for classic car owners (Article)
Or for a fiver less you could buy an official car hardwire kit. That’ll also prevent the battery from running out. On that basis, it’s very cost effective. >> Read our full review Triple 80's Hot Hatch Driving Blast - Buy A Gift Step back in time to an era of limited (if any) restricting driving assists. -
Top 10: Winter essentials for car owners (Article)
Iceplane ice scraper For those surprise frosty mornings, or for drivers who are running late and don’t have time to wait for the ice to thaw, the Iceplane is easily the easiest and best ice scraper we’ve tried. It’s unusually designed in that it has two blades set at an angle from the handle.