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  Review: TomTom Rider 550 (productReview)
  We also like the display bar on the right-hand side of the screen that shows vital information on fuel stations, speed cameras and about the route. An  anti-theft device  comes standard with the Premium Pack, but it'll cost you £50 as a separate purchase.
• Review: Vespa GTS 300 (productReview)
  With a slightly more conservative approach to pace and throttle use, Vespa reckons you can get a combined fuel economy of 85.0mpg. During our time on the GTS 300, that was nearer 70mpg, but it’s still good for a scooter of this performance and capacity. With an 8.5-litre tank, you should also steer clear of petrol stations for prolonged periods.
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  Review: Peugeot Django 125 2017 (productReview)
  We tested the 125cc version, since it’s the one most people will buy. The engine is a simple, air-cooled single-cylinder with fuel-injection, linked to a typical twist and go automatic transmission. It’s a tried-and-true scooter recipe and it works well here. The Django is incredibly easy to ride, and yet it has a surprising turn of pace, with 60mph easily within reach and just a touch more in reserve if needed.
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  Cheap van insurance for food vans and mobile catering (Article)
  If you’ve purchased specialist cooking equipment or a one-of-its-kind coffee machine then you may need to upgrade your cover. If you plan to use gas to fuel your cooking equipment then check what the stipulations are for the insurance policy. Some providers might insist that the canister is stored away from the van overnight, while others will simply ask for it to be turned off.
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  Sat nav buying advice guide (Article)
  Points of interest: Most sat navs have a ‘POI’ database, which includes the location of facilities such as petrol stations, hotels, museums and so on. This makes it easy to find your way to, say, a petrol station if you’re running low on fuel. What other features might I want to look out for? Speed limits: Not sure what the current speed limit is? This can help you out by showing what the posted limit is for where you’re driving.
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  Thule Approach M roof tent (productReview)
  You're then ready to set off - just as with anything bulky object plonked on your roof, expect fuel efficiency to take a bit of a dip. Once you've parked up though, things couldn't be simpler - unzip the cover and put to one side before pulling on the ladder, which in turn unfolds the tent. And that's it - just make sure the ladder is at the correct angle, and you're good to go. 
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  Review: Thule Force XT Sport (productReview)
  We found ours created an annoying whistle, but a quick prod and push of the rubber runners soon sorted this out. As with the Motion XT Sport, we found fuel economy dropped by about only 1mpg. Should I buy one?
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  Top 10: Best robot lawn mowers of 2020 (Article)
  Miimo squares up incredibly well on price here, as even Honda's base-model ride-on will set you back £3000+. During the mowing season, it wouldn’t be unusual to spend £60-£70 on fuel, plus £250-£300 on a service — whereas the Miimo can charge itself, again and again, all year long for around £15 and requires next to no maintenance.  Alternatively, if you have someone who comes in to cut your lawn, this mower should pay for itself within about three years.
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  Review: Peugeot Kisbee 50 (productReview)
  When you add in the Kisbee’s claimed average economy of 108.4mpg, which we found equated to a real-world 100mpg as we made full use of the performance, it’s as cheap to run as most rivals. Equally pleasing to our miserly side is the 6.8-litre fuel tank that has a markedly larger volume than almost any other scooter in this class. We’ll save you taking your shoes and socks off to do the arithmetic and tell you that means a potential range of 282 miles between fill-ups.
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  Review: Kymco AK550 (productReview)
  None of this is much of an effort, even when the Kymco goes across the weighbridge at a surprisingly hefty 226kg. That needs fuel added to the overall total, so the AK is no lightweight but then few maxi-scooters are. As we said, this doesn’t really matter as the AK550 carries its heft very low in the chassis to make it easy to wheel around in the garage or when pushing it into a parking bay.
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  Top 10: Father's Day Gifts for petrolheads (Article)
  It teaches the essentials to driving smoothly – which is not only the key to making swift, safe progress, but also to saving fuel. It also teaches you to read the road, anticipate scenarios and stay safe. It’s not about driving faster, it’s about driving better.   Top Gear Experience - from £45 The future of Top Gear might be a little unclear, but that shouldn’t put dads off this track experience, which lets drivers set hot laps on the real, proper Top Gear Test Track in one of the previous reasonably priced cars – a Kia Cee’d.
• Top 10: Best scooters 2018 (Article)
  Kymco People GT 125i CBS The People GT 125i is a very well-considered scooter for anyone looking for easy city riding. The 125cc fuel-injected four-stroke engine is easy on maintenance but has enough power to more than keep up with the flow of traffic. On chopped-up city roads, the GT’s 16-inch front and rear wheels give smooth comfort over bumps, while the Combined Brake System brings it all to a quick, controlled halt.
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  Honest John Kit Award Winners 2019 (Article)
  It’s not the cheapest 125cc bike you can buy, nor is it the most practical. But there are keen lease deals on offer and 189mpg combined fuel economy, plus a 200-mile-plus tank range. Being a Honda, it will also be  relentlessly reliable, easy to live with and cheap to service. It's the definition of a bike you buy with your heart rather than your head.
• VEHICLE EXCISE DUTY: How much is the tax on my car? (FAQs)
  "1.206 The Government will consider whether to reform VED over the medium term, to ensure that all motorists continue to make a fair contribution to the sustainability of the public finances, and to reflect continuing improvements in vehicle fuel efficiency. In addition, the Government aims to develop a direct debit system to allow motorists to spread their VED payments. The Government will seek the views of motoring groups on these measures.
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  How to buy a classic car (Article)
  When it comes to fuelling the most common problem is sediment (often rust particles) getting into the fuel, which works its way up to the carburettors (or injectors) which leads to blockages and then poor running. If an in-line fuel filter has been fitted the chances of dirt getting into the engine are much reduced, but if the filter is allowed to get clogged problems are guaranteed.
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  Top 10: Scramblers 2023 (Article)
  Sinnis Scrambler 125 - £2379 The Sinnis Scrambler now comes equipped with fuel injection to make sure it meets the latest emissions standards. Fortunately, this has done nothing to constrain the 124cc bike’s peppy performance from its Suzuki-derived single-cylinder motor. The lightweight machine’s handling has also been improved with larger wheels than before, which are shod in chunky tyres for that essential scrambler look.
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  Top 10: A2 motorbikes 2023 (Article)
  If we have to be sensible when recommending the 883, we’d argue it comes with a low seat height and vice-free handling that make it a superb first custom bike. It’s also got a larger fuel tank for 2019 to give a decent riding range. On top of this, the Superlow makes financial sense as it will hold its value tenaciously whenever you come to trade-in. KTM 390 Duke Price - £4699 Exceptionally light, the KTM 390 Duke is as nimble and as easy to manage as a 125cc bike, but with a whole lot more punch.
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  Top 10: Gifts for over £150 (Article)
  Miimo squares up incredibly well on price here, as even Honda's base-model ride-on will set you back £3000+. During the mowing season, it wouldn’t be unusual to spend £60-£70 on fuel, plus £250-£300 on a service — whereas the Miimo can charge itself, again and again, all year long for around £15 and requires next to no maintenance.  Alternatively, if you have someone who comes in to cut your lawn, this mower should pay for itself within about three years.
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  ULEZ van checker - Will you have to pay the low emissions charge? (Article)
  Vehicle owners should be able to see the declared Euro emission rating on the V5C (logbook) in section D2.  Fuel Emissions standard Age of vehicle Diesel Euro 6 Registered after September 2016 Petrol Euro 4 Registered after January 2006 How do I pay the fee, and what happens if I forget?
• MoT Test Results and MoT Advice (Article)
  UMBRACO_MACRO macroAlias="MOTVRM" /> What does the MoT test involve? The fuel system of the car is checked to make sure that it doesn't burn more fuel than it should. It also checks for leaks and blockages. The headlights and rear lights are also tested to make sure they all work and are aimed correctly.