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  • Review: Char-Broil All-Star 120 B-Gas BBQ (productReview)
    It isn't that easy to move around but it's definitely easier than having no wheels  - plus, there are parking brakes in case you're worried about it rolling away. The top half of the barbecue comes with its own short, metal legs and can detach from the trolley to sit on the ground or a table. To us, the entire idea of detaching the BBQ from the bottom half is a bit of a novelty considering it's far more practical to use the entire unit together (it's taller but doesn't really take up any extra space and the trolley keeps the gas canister out of the way).
  • Review: Z-Edge T4 Dual dash cam (productReview)
    The same G-sensor will automatically save any footage if it detects sudden movement such as hard braking or a collision. It also comes with a 32GB micro SD card included. Admittedly these aren't expensive to buy at around £7, but it's handy if you're setting the camera up and realise you forgot to buy one.
  • Top 10: Learner legal commuter bikes and scooters (Article)
    There under-seat storage is big enough for two helmets, plus the storage area is handily illuminated. Protection from the elements is excellent, as is braking performance and acceleration. You can tell Suzuki has really thought the design through, making this one of the best scooter choices for someone who wants to leave their car at home and move to two wheels for the first time.
  • Top 15: Must-have kit for the classic car owner (Article)
    Eezibleed Kit Designed for one-man operation, this clever kit uses the air pressure from your spare tyre to effortlessly bleed your classic’s hydraulic brake or clutch system. Adaptors are available to make sure it’s compatible with most vehicles’ screw-cap reservoirs, and full instructions are provided. Available for around the £35 mark, you can find your nearest retailer by going online to www.gunson.co.uk .
  • Top 10: Useful car accessories for dog owners (Article)
    It has a floating plate in it that allows enough water through for the dog to drink, but that won’t allow splashes. That means when braking, accelerating or cornering there should be little to no spillage – better for your car and your dog. There is the risk your dog will kick it over entirely, of course, but usefully there is a bracket available to mount the bowl in a permanent spot.
  • Top 10: Father's Day Gifts for petrolheads (Article)
    That’s enough to get most at home maintenance jobs done – though there are various other essentials an aspiring home mechanic will need for jobs like oil changes or brake maintenance. But don’t worry – we’ve got a top 10 guide to those here too. Click here to see it .   How To Drive by Ben Collins - £12.99 RRP Former Stig and professional stunt driver Ben Collins is probably one of the best people in the world to teach you how to drive – and that’s precisely what he has done in his new book.
  • ELECTRIC CARS: Is an EV right for me? (FAQs)
    NK city is designed to meet the strict safety requirements of both Europe and the US, as a highway-safe road car. The car is equipped with ABS brakes, airbags and three-point safety belts with pretensioners and it meets all European and US requirements with good margins. “Unlike the lower-range, electric quadricycles that have had limited success in the UK, TH!
  • SPEEDING OFFENCE CODES: What do the various endorsement codes mean? (FAQs)
    CodeOffencePenalty points CU10Using a vehicle with defective brakes3 CU20Causing or likely to cause danger by reason of use of unsuitable vehicle or using a vehicle with parts or accessories (excluding brakes, steering or tyres) in a dangerous condition3 CU30Using a vehicle with defective tyre(s)3 CU40Using a vehicle with defective steering3 CU50Causing or likely to cause danger by reason of load or passengers3 CU80Using a mobile phone while driving a motor vehicle3 Reckless/dangerous driving   Offence codes DD40 to DD80 must stay on a driving licence for four years from date of conviction.
  • Top 10: 125cc bikes with manual transmissions (Article)
    Emissions rules mean the new model is a four-stroke with less power, but if you plan on one day riding a real sports bike this is a good place to get practice. Its powerful brakes, 70+ mph top speed and keen, sharp handling make it feel like a miniature superbike – and its appreciably cheaper than the Yamaha R125 – which is the new king of the college car park. It’s still very expensive for a 125cc bike though – and it’s hardly comfy around town.
  • How to buy a used van (Article)
    While it’s likely that you won’t have driven this particular model of van before and everything will feel a little different, listen out for unusual sounds from the engine, brakes and suspension that could indicate a problem. Similarly, the steering should respond accurately to your inputs, there should be no vibrations and it should steer straight without needing lots of corrections.
  • Used Van Buying Guide: Volkswagen Caddy 2010-2015 16 Jun 2025 (News)
    The most common 140PS version ups that torque to 320Nm, making lighter work of any load, and helping with its 1.5 tonne towing (braked trailer) capacity. The smaller 1.6-litre TDi came with either a five-speed manual or a DSG automatic, the 2.0-litre TDI gaining an extra gear in with the manual and also offered with the DSG automatic.
  • Top 10: Films for car enthusiasts (Article)
    The film follows Tucker's optimism to create a car that he believed modern Americans were ready for including revolutionary safety designs including disc brakes, seat belts and a pop-out windshield. Tucker the Man and His Dream also centres on the following scandal with the Big Three Automakers (General Motors, Ford Motor Company, and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles US) amid allegations of stock fraud.
  • Top 10: Films for car enthusiasts (Article)
    The film follows Tucker's optimism to create a car that he believed modern Americans were ready for including revolutionary safety designs including disc brakes, seat belts and a pop-out windshield. Tucker the Man and His Dream also centres on the following scandal with the Big Three Automakers (General Motors, Ford Motor Company, and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles US) amid allegations of stock fraud.
  • Top 10: Greatest driving games (Article)
    Need For Speed (1994)  Sniffy motorsport types tend to disparage the Need For Speed (NFS) series because of its perceived populist, superficial, ‘arcade’ style approach to racing. And yes, no NFS title has ever come with a manual explaining trail braking (more of which later) and the racing is often wrapped up in a narrative that’s been lifted straight from the bins outside the Fast & Furious production studio - but there’s always lots to get excited about.
  • Peugeot Expert Used Guide 2007-2016 16 Jun 2025 (News)
    A clutch will cost around £600 from an independent garage, and around £1000 if you go to Peugeot, it's worth changing the flywheel at the same time - that adding about £350 to the cost but worth it as doing so requires the clutch to be out, anyway. Front brake pads will cost around £110 fitted, likewise those at the rear, if you need discs two you can double those prices. A diagnostic check to ascertain any faults will cost about £45, an exhaust around £250, and a timing belt replacement around £420.
  • Top 10: Best car films (Article)
    The 1968 390 V8 Ford Mustang GT, meanwhile, became a pop culture icon.  Two Mustangs were used for filming the chase scene, and both needed the engines, brakes and suspensions heavily modified . Fun fact: Cinematographer William Fraker was also strapped to the bonnet of the Mustang, where he filmed while the car sped around doing over 100mph.
  • Used Van Buying Guide: Sprinter 2013-2018 (Article)
    Have it checked, and listen for any rattling, particularly when pulling away. Check the brakes lights work, these, and a few other electrical gremlins will cause the ECU to throw up warnings. Plugging it into a diagnostic machine should locate any issues.  The paint on Sprinters has always been an issue, and while newer models don’t tend to suffer quite as much, do a thorough inspection of the bodywork before buying, and try to have stone chips and any deep scratches in the paintwork repaired to prevent any corrosion.  There have been a number of official recalls on the Sprinter, check your, or any prospective purchase of a Sprinter on the DVSA website to see if it has been subject to any of these.
  • Product Awards 2018: Winners (Article)
    It's  agile, zippy and  slim enough for town use yet on faster roads it's powerful and  blessed with  stable handling. Standard kit includes  anti-lock  brakes, large screen, LED headlights and a USB charger, plus there's loads of storage under the seat.  Read the full review >> See the full shortlist In-car Convenience Gadget of the Year: EE Buzzard 2 In-Car Wireless WiFi Adaptor
    Dash cam buying advice guide (Article)
    Aviva customers can download the free Aviva Drive app to their smartphone to  track their driving (acceleration, cornering and braking). Drivers then achieve a score, those with a 7.1 or higher save an average of £170 on comprehensive cover, according to Aviva. Though the d iscount requires a minimum current premium of £200.
  • Cheap van insurance (Article)
    Your complete guide to getting great and affordable insurance cover for your van or pick-up.
 

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