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  Review: Pod Point Solo 3S EV Charger (productReview)
  Badged as 'Universal' this comes without a supplementary lead so you can use your own, but for an additional £50 you can get a tethered solution that comes with a 5 metre type 2 cable permanently attached.  A 3.6kW home charger might suffice if you're running a plug-in hybrid car , but for EV owners you're better off with a 7kW charger, which is where Pod Point's more powerful Solo 3S 7kW home charger comes in.
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  Review: Carluex Air wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto adaptor (productReview)
  We tested the Carluex Air in a 2024 BYD Atto 3, one of the few new cars that still requires a cable to run Apple CarPlay. Setting up is straightforward, you simple connect to the USB port in the car, wait a few seconds and it appears on the screen. The BYD comes with a huge central touchscreen, which is useful to showcase the Carluex Air, although it also works well on smaller screens and will automatically resize accordingly.
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  Review: The Making of Harry Potter Studio Tour with Afternoon Tea - Buy A Gift (productReview)
  width=500&height=333.33333333333337" alt="" data-udi="umb://media/bb649bca5cc746939da2ff32d585ea59" /> The tour starts out with a short film that runs through the series creation and publication. The cinema isn't too big, but our tour was full and there were no free seats. Again, book early - it's a popular gift. Also, if it's your birthday then you get to push open to the Great Hall.
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  Review: Dyson V11 Absolute vacuum cleaner (productReview)
  There's a brand new screen on the back of the V11's head, too, which displays remaining battery life and, very usefully, how much time you have left before the power runs out. This changes as you use different attachments and change suction modes, i.e. if you move from carpet to a hard floor, the battery percentage and the time it shows left will increase because the vacuum will automatically change to a lower suction mode.
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  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.
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  Review: Nextbase 512GW and 512GWRC dual dash cam (productReview)
  The simplicity and quality of both cameras are good, but the thick wire that connects the cameras is a little bit tricky to run around the headlining of the car. If you don't clip it up, you could end up with the cable running from the front to the back of your car - which is another reason to recommend hardwiring.  Should I buy one? 
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  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.
• Review: Piaggio MP3 300 and 500 (productReview)
  Many car drivers will also be happy with the 56mpg of the 500 and 70mpg promised by the 300 as both should cut running costs. Those are our real-world figures as no official numbers were available from Piaggio. With a 12.0-litre tank in both models, you should be able to cover 150 miles on either before the fuel warning blinks on.
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  Review: Peugeot Kisbee 50 (productReview)
  There are plenty of other factors in this high ranking on the sales chart, such as the broad streak of excellent build quality that runs throughout this French machine. Poke around behind the plastics, under the seat and below where the engine and transmission live and you’ll find lots of neatly returned edges. All of the fixings and materials have a look and feel that says they’ll last more than the length of the two-year, unlimited mileage warranty.
• ADBLUE: What is AdBlue and What do I need to know about it? (FAQs)
  If a diluted solution was used, this would be detected by a Euro 6 SCR system, causing the engine to run in limp home mode and not restart once it has been turned off. There is also apprehension about the calcifying/corrosive nature of the chemical (ph9) in terms of its effect on the longevity of system components.
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  Review: Buyagift Half Day Classic Car Road Trip (productReview)
  The advertised list includes some stellar names – Jaguar E-Type, Porsche 911, Austin Healey, Jaguar MkII and Triumph TR6 and more, which should satisfy most classic car buffs, and you get some choice in what you drive too. The experience runs Monday to Sunday all-year round from 1 pm until 5 pm, with the whole route taking approximately four hours including rest stops. Unless a friend buys a voucher too you’ll be sharing each car with another person on the event, so that means approximately 30 minutes behind the wheel per car.
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  Review: Ring Magflex Twist work lamp (productReview)
  The Magflex was barely scratched Of course, accidents always happen in the workshop and the Ring Magflex is quite likely to get dropped – but it’s really well constructed with a sturdy polycarbonate cover over the fragile LEDs cob and a hefty, weighty construction. It feels like it should stand up to years of abuse. In fact, it’s so sturdy we decided to run it over – and it survived with barely a scratch. The built-in battery lasts about three hours before it needs a recharge from one of the two supplied chargers – one that connects to the mains and another to plug into a 12V car accessory socket.
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  Husqvarna Aspire R4 robotic lawn mower (productReview)
  Additional obstacles such as trees and flower beds will also need wire to go round them, while the wire needs to be pegged closely to the ground or - even better - buried if you have the time. Otherwise, it runs the risk of being snipped by the mower’s blades (or kids tripping over it).  You also need to consider the positioning of the docking station in relation to you lawn, while you'll also need to plumb in a separate guide wire - as the name suggests, this acts as a guide for the Aspire R4 to find its way back to the docking station easily. 
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  Review: Zero SR/F (productReview)
  It has the likes of the Honda CB1100, Yamaha MT-09 and Ducati Monster 821 in its sights and will give them a run for their petrol-powered money thanks to its performance. And while the Zero isn’t cheap to buy up front, it makes up for this with low running costs.

  Review: Flymo 1200R robot lawn mower (productReview)
  You’ll also need to enter a four-digit to get it going again - with that it’s immobile. Running all summer it should cost no more than £5-10 in electricity, making it much cheaper than a petrol equivalent, but on a par with an electric or battery-powered cordless mower.

  Review: Bragi Dash Pro (productReview)
  They're also comfortable to wear and don't fall out, something that really can't be taken for granted with wireless headphones. During strenuous activities such as running or cycling, you shouldn't have any issues keeping them in your ear. And they're also waterproof - meaning we could even go swimming with them.

  Review: Brainwavz B400 headphones (productReview)
  This Must be the Place – Kishi Bashi Heavenly Father – HighAsAKite White Ferrari – Frank Ocean Lonely Lullabies – Kweku Collins A Story of Adventure – Panthurr Legend Has It – Run the Jewels Coffee – Sylvan Esso Killing in the Name - Rage Against the Machine Countdown - Beyonce
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  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.
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  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.
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  Review: Sealey PW2012R Rechargeable Pressure Washer (productReview)
  Fill the bucket with water, add some detergent if you wish (we used a bottle of wash and wax from Halfords – although Sealey recommends using its own detergent), and then you’re pretty much set to go. With a full charge, it can run for a total of 2.5 hours. If, like us, you’re not organised enough to charge it, just plug it into your car’s 12V output and use that for power. The output isn’t as powerful as a ‘proper’ pressure washer, but that’s to be expected.