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CHAIN CAM ENGINES: Which engines have timing chains instead of timing belts? (FAQs)
Mercedes: all models including A Class, but excluding 2012 model A Class 1,461cc diesel and Citan van with Renault 1,461cc diesel engine which are belt cam. MINI: all models including 1.4 diesel, and 1.6 N47 diesel and 2.0 diesel from 2011, but not 2007-2010 1.6 diesel. Also all new MINI 1.5 3-cylinder and 2.0 4-cylinder engines from 2014, but not 1.2 3-cylinder. -
Dash Camera under £100 shortlist (Article)
Plus, it comes with GPS too - which can alert you to upcoming safety speed cameras. 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: Aftershokz Xtrainerz (productReview)
The earplugs may sound like an odd accessory for a bone-conduction headphone but as these are appealing to swimmers it makes a lot more sense. The earplugs look like mini trees and fit in the ear canal easily. They're also remarkably comfortable, but we're not sure we would use these unless we were swimming as they sort of defeat the idea of bone-conduction allowing you to hear your surroundings. -
Top 10: Best motorcycle cameras and helmet cams (Article)
It has an instant-on function for quick fire recording, is water-resistant to IPX4 levels and can be synced over WiFi with up to nine other Ghost X cameras for multi-angle recording. There’s even a 4K version available too. TOOGOO Mini F9 HD Sport Camera A fuss-free and low-cost option from Toogoo, this sports camera is suitable for a variety of activities, but its slim design and robust exterior should make it an ideal choice as a simple helmet cam. -
Review: Wahoo ELEMNT Bolt GPS bike computer (productReview)
width=500&height=333.33333333333337" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/09c324d40f7647ed83830825a562a7f0" /> We care more that it looks pretty - while all the data you could possibly want is easy to access. It’s smaller than the ELEMNT, but bigger than the ELEMNT Mini, restricting how much can be displayed at once, however, it shows more than enough information for most riders. The unit has physical buttons, rather than a touchscreen, which allows you to adjust the display so that it shows more (or less) data depending on how many fields you want to see. -
Top 10: Best charging cables (Article)
Available in four lengths up to three metres and in five different colours, it is designed to work with iPhones from 5 upwards, iPads and iPad Minis as well as iPod Nano seventh generation too. Kenable USB2.0 Data and Charging Cable About as fuss-free as you can possibly get, this data and charge cable from Kenable has two big things going for it. -
Top 10: Lego sets 2023 (Article)
Part of the Ultimate Collector Series, the Y-Wing has almost 2000 pieces and is 30cm long, complete with details like rotating ion cannons, retractable skids and space for both R2-BHD and the included Gold Leader mini-figure. It also comes with a display stand you can mount it too once you’ve finished building and flying it around the room. -
Review: Mio MiVue C330 dash cam (productReview)
There are lots of other dashcams out there that record in better quality and have more features, but for less than half the price. 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, 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. -
Top 10: Cheapest vacuum cleaners (Article)
It's lightweight (kind of) - weighing under 4.5kg and ideal for pets, including a mini turbo brush with powerful rotating bristles to lift embedded hairs from cushions and carpets. All Hoover products are also guaranteed for a minimum of 12 months when you register the appliance with Hoover. -
HIRING A CAR: Where can I hire a car in the UK and abroad? (FAQs)
www.avis.co.uk/prestige now offers Ferrari F430 Spider, Bentley Continental GT, Lamborghini Gallardo and the new Jaguar XF as well as Aston Martin DB9, Aston Martin V8 Vantage Roadster, Porsche 997 Carrera, MINI Cooper. Avis blog www.wetryharder.co.uk Hire a Mini Cooper from just £46 a day, or an Aston Martin from £280 a day*. Go to www.avis.co.uk/prestige or call 020 7591 0444. -
Top 10: Gifts under £10 (Article)
At a pence below £9, this gift is perfect for Secret Santa or as a stocking filler as long as the recipient likes Belgian milk chocolate and mini marshmallows. This is decadence at its finest (and cheapest). Hot chocolate doesn’t get better. I’ll Be There for You book Everybody knows somebody who loves Friends. -
Top 10: Gifts under £10 (Article)
At a pence below £9, this gift is perfect for Secret Santa or as a stocking filler as long as the recipient likes Belgian milk chocolate and mini marshmallows. This is decadence at its finest (and cheapest). Hot chocolate doesn’t get better. I’ll Be There for You book Everybody knows somebody who loves Friends. -
Top 10: Diagnostic scanners (Article)
Prodiag Mini Bluetooth ODB-II Scanner Adapter You need not spend a fortune to get yourself a serviceable code-reading solution; this generic Bluetooth dongle, which is one of several available online, often costs less than £10. -
Review: Zenbre Z8Plus bluetooth speaker (productReview)
There’s also strap on the back for carrying it around or attaching it to a bag or the like on the go. In terms of sound, for the cost, we think it’s great. Compared to the Bose Soundlink Mini II we usually use, the Z8Plus is a lot louder. It holds sound quality at higher volumes too, which is great for the price-point. Despite its small size, the Z8Plus can deliver 20-watts of sound via its combination of two 57mm drivers, one 4-inch horn-loaded MF and one 4.5-inch subwoofer. -
Review: Beeline Smart Compass (productReview)
Fabulously easy to set up. You’ll get a small box containing the Beeline, its silicone mount and a mini USB cable. Download the free Beeline bike navigation app onto your phone and it’ll run you through the set-up process. The time-consuming bit is charging the Beeline up, but once you’ve done this it’s good for a solid 30 hours — which gives it a useful advantage over using your phone for navigation. -
Review: Garmin DriveAssist 51 LMT-D (productReview)
The sat nav unit has a five-inch screen is finished to a high standard; its design is relatively plain but it’s well finished and feels suitably durable. On the back you’ll find a Mini USB port for charging and data transfer, a microSD slot for video and still shot storage, a power button and the camera itself. On the underside of the unit is another microSD slot, which is reserved for additional maps. -
Review: Vespa GTS 300 (productReview)
It’s that kind of sentimental throw-back feel that has kept Vespa selling scooters, so much so that it’s original looks have gone from being dated to become retro chic. Think of it as the two-wheeled equivalent of the modern MINI or Fiat 500 and you’re on the money. Speaking of cash, the Vespa GTS 300 rings the till at £4899, which is a lot of dough for something looks, well, a bit basic. -
Review: AUKEY DR01 dash camera (productReview)
In it comes the dash cam, a suction mount, a sticker mount, a dual-port USB 12V charger (meaning you can charge a phone or satnav at the same time as the dash camera), a 5V mini USB cable, some stickers, cable clips and some paperwork. The user manual states that a 16GB micro SD card is included, however, this wasn't the case with our demo model. The user manual recommends using a Class 10 micro SD card with a maximum storage capacity of 128GB, which is quite a lot bigger than most other cameras, which are usually only compatible with 32GB or 64GB cards. -
Review: Cybex Anoris T i-Size (productReview)
width=500&height=333.46153846153845" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/b3e35a8e10b9419bb9415d22be55d519" /> We're testing the Cybex Anoris T i-Size in both our Skoda Karoq and MINI Clubman with 15 month old Reuben helping us. He is usefully above the 76cm minimum threshold, but does still seem quite small for a seat like this and he doesn't always look that comfortable with his arms on top of the impact shield. -
Review: Char-Broil All-Star 120 B-Gas BBQ (productReview)
On the underside of the shelves, there are some hooks to keep any BBQ utensils or tea towels you want to store out of the way. Other thoughtful design touches include somewhere to store a kitchen roll and a mini bin. The BBQ fires up instantly using the battery-powered, push-start Surefire Electronic Igniter.