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Car seat belts or Isofix – what’s safest? (Article)
Originally Isofix had the two anchor points but some cars also have a top tether point – usually on the back of the seat. If you’re not sure look for the Isofix labels or simply run your hands along the gap where the seat base and back meet to feel for the metal hooks. Two seater cars often have them fitted in the passenger seat although you do of course have to turn the passenger airbag off. -
Top 10: Motorcycle Accessories (Article)
We also insist that any motorcycle sat-nav has to repel even the worst weather and be easy to use with winter gloves, as well as run for a decent length of time if it’s not connected to a USB charger. The TomTom Rider 550 is far from the cheapest sat-nav you can choose for your bike, but it is one of the absolute best. -
Top 10: Maxi scooters 2020 (Article)
Together with the relaxed riding position and top drawer build quality, it turns the S into a machine ideal for all-year, all-round use that won’t break the bank to buy or run. Suzuki Burgman 400 Licence category A2 The Suzuki Burgman 650 is considered by many to be the ultimate maxi scooter, but it’s only available to those with a full category A licence. -
Top 10: Solar chargers (Article)
NUZAMAS Portable 5.5W Solar Panel Charger A handy thing to have in your campervan or car, this charger from Nuzamas is designed to top up your vehicle battery, making it ideal for situations where you might want to use the electrics without running the engine. Use the supplied suckers to secure it to the windscreen then simply plug it into the 12v socket - or use the crocodile clips to connect it straight to the battery. CHOETECH 14W Outdoor Solar Panel Still under the £30 barrier, this four-panel solar charger kicks out a healthy 2.1amps at maximum output despite folding down to a compact size and weighing only 360g. -
Top 10: Portable air conditioning units (Article)
OneConcept MCH-1 Summer Edition Another step up in capacity, this cooler from OneConcept can hold seven litres of water or ice so it can run for up to seven hours without needing a refill. It has a switchable timer so you can set it to come on before you need it, and the water tank comes with a level indicator and a filter system so the air is cleaner on the way out. -
Top 10: BBQs under £100 (Article)
Notebook Folding Grill Portable BBQs don’t have to be just for camping - if your garden is on the small side or you have kids or animals running around you might want it stored away, which makes this portable notebook folding grill from Direct Designs a smart choice. It folds down simply into a very compact size and weighs only 3kg but still gives you a 45cm x 30cm cooking area. -
Dash Camera of the Year shortlist (Article)
Statistics show that around 30 per cent of accidents involve one car hitting another from behind. It's something you'll want hard wiring, otherwise, you'll have cables running everywhere. As long as you aren't looking for a discreet option (the screen is very big), we found it works faultlessly, producing nice clear footage. The one fly in the ointment is that there's no WiFi or GPS. -
Top 10: Lego sets for younger children (Article)
The train itself has a Push & Go motor so it can be controlled easily or even via and app, lights and sounds plus cargo trucks to run behind it, while the accessories include three figures (and a seagull), harbour, cafe, and a loading station with two cranes. -
Top 10: Ways to prevent car theft (Article)
This allows them entry into the car, where they can use the start-stop button to start the car without the key. The key also doesn't need to be present within the car for it to continue running - so they can keep driving as long as the ignition isn't turned off at any point. For £8, you can get some peace of mind about leaving your keyless entry car outside your house by buying a signal-blocking bag, sometimes calls a faraday bag/pouch. -
Used Van Buying Guide: Dispatch 2007-2016 (Article)
Realistically, at that price, you’ll be looking at vans that have galactic mileages, or require a bit of work to get running properly. Around the £2000 mark is a more sensible starting point, with plenty available. Most will have mileages approaching, or passed, the 200,000 mile mark, but if it’s been correctly maintained then don’t rule these out as useful, inexpensive workhorses. -
Product Awards 2018: Winners (Article)
width=500&height=333.48056537102474" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/91cd3a0c016445a6b480652e17089c09" /> Dash cams are more popular than ever before, with everyone from lorry drivers to parents on the school run. So, it's no real surprise that our Product of the Year is also our dash cam of the Year, the Nextbase 612GW. The high-quality, 4K video footage is what will be the top of many buyers’ list of reasons for picking the 612GW, despite its many other tricks and gadgets. -
Top 10: Best BBQs over £250 (Article)
Broil-Master BBQ grill Another gas BBQ with multiple burners, this German-made offering from Broil-Master has a six plus one burner arrangement and is versatile enough to run off butane, propane and LPG. It’s constructed from stainless steel and includes a grill, two grates, a warming rack and a drip tray, and looks the part too. Mussalla Masonry BBQ If you like your BBQ food to be somewhere between rustic and medieval, then the Mussalla Masonry BBQ should be right up your street. -
Robotic Lawnmower of the Year shortlist (Article)
The robotic lawnmower is supplied with a charging station which automatically goes back to when it's running low on power, boundary wires, connectors and security features such as an alarm, lift sensor and PIN code. It's ideal for those that don't want the hassle of mowing the lawn and for older relatives who may no longer be able to mow the grass themselves. -
Car Security product of the year shortlist (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 Disklok Disklok is essentially a large reinforced steel disc that you lock around your steering wheel. -
Group 0+/1 Child Car Seat of the Year shortlist (Article)
>> Read our full review Nuna REBL Plus The Nuna REBL Plus is one of the best 360 swivelling seats out there, with a premium feel running throughout, from the recline handle to the belt buckles and the seat material itself. It's also durable and feels as though it will easily last the use of several children. The good news is that at £350, the REBL Plus represents a significant saving over the latest swivelling seats from Britax and Maxi-Cosi. -
Camping Equipment product of the Year shortlist (Article)
We think it's worth spending a few extra quid to get a brand you recognise, especially when you're dealing with something that runs on gas. >> Read the full review Sealey portable BBQ Sealey's Portable Charcoal BBQ is a compact cooker that won't leave you too out of pocket. -
Top 10: Best electric drills 2023 (Article)
Dewalt DCD796P2-GB Cordless Brushless Drill Kit If you want a powerful cordless drill that’s going to run for ages then this DeWalt package is a great option; it comes with a charger and two high-capacity 5.0Ah batteries, unlike the lesser batteries that tend to be offered in other kits. It’s also light, easy to control and has a hammer mode. -
Top 10: Cheapest vacuum cleaners (Article)
Vax Gator Cordless Handheld Currently offered at a reduced price of £40, this Vax model has a 10V rating to give a slightly longer run time of 15 minutes, with a 300ml capacity and a modest weight of 1.24kg should make it easy to handle. It’s also another brand with plenty of experience in the field, which probably explains the two-year UK guarantee too. -
Top 10: Cheapest dash cams (Article)
Orskey provide a 12-month guarantee along with the dash cam, however, they don't provide the micro SD card you'll need to get the S680 up and running. Petzio dual dash cam Simply called the Petzio dash cam, as far as we can tell, this model offers a front and back model for this price - making it very decent value for money. There isn't a whole lot of technical information available, but footage resolution is 1080P and we can assume the rear dash cam will record at 720p. -
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