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  Review: Michelin tailored car mats (productReview)
  The mats sit well too and don't move around thanks to the grippy backing that's fitted.  Our Q7 is our family car so deals with school runs, muddy dog walks and a toddler who insists on splashing in any puddle he sees. The mats have coped well with everything that's been thrown at them and thanks to the stain protection, look as good as new after a quick vacuum clean.
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  Top 10: Christmas Tree Lights (Article)
  ANSIO 100 LED Warm White Tree Lights A more expensive option from Ansio but still a sold bargain, this 100-LED set of lights is mains powered but comes with lots of additional features as a result. The lights themselves run along a 10m cable with an additional 3m of power lead, and there are eight display modes with a memory function to suit every situation as well as being suitable for indoor and outdoor use. JnDee String Fairly Lights The big plus with these lights from JnDee is the multitude of options available.
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  Top 10: Car covers (Article)
  Eluto Car Cover Available in two sizes near the larger end of the scale, this car cover from Eluto is made from tough polyester with a silver coating to reflect heat and offer further protection. Four straps and a centre strap running underneath the car ensures it will stay in place, and it is designed to be easy to clean too.
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  Gift under £50 of the Year shortlist (Article)
  Lose your keys, bag etc and you can use your phone to find it. Lose your phone and your Tile can make your phone bleep back at you. Every running Tile app tracks Tiles around it too, so if you lose both then you can call upon your fellow Tile users to help you find it. With a Bluetooth range of 90m, a replaceable battery which lasts around 12 months and a  one-year warranty  — it's the perfect present for the scatterbrain in your life.
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  Toy of the Year shortlist (Article)
  >> Read our full review Scalextric Legends Rusty Rides - Volkswagen Beetle and T1b Camper The Rusty Rides set has a Volkswagen Beetle and T1 Camper van, both finished in a distressed 'rat look', which come in a posh presentation box and are limited to a run of 1800 units. You even get a little card to tell you what number your set is.  Priced at £85.99, the set works on any Scalextric track and both cars come with 'xenon effect' headlights along with rear lights, plus of course plenty of high detailing including rusty paintwork and proper door mirrors.
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  125cc Motorcycle of the Year shortlist (Article)
  It looks the business, too, and would make a great little commuter machine for entry-level riders who want to nip through traffic. Being a Suzuki, there shouldn't be any reliability issues either. It's pretty cheap to run (tax is £19 for the year, after all) and it doubles up as a fun little bike to throw around on the weekends. The size makes it an excellent choice for new riders who will want to be able to put their feet on the ground at red lights, but taller riders will almost certainly struggle feeling so tucked up on it.
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  Review: Campingaz Camp Bistro 2 stove (productReview)
  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.
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  Review: Scalextric Legends Rusty Rides - Volkswagen Beetle and T1b Camper (productReview)
  The Rusty Rides set has a Volkswagen Beetle and T1 Camper van, both finished in a distressed 'rat look', which come in a posh presentation box and are limited to a run of 1800 units. You even get a little card to tell you what number your set is. Priced at £85.99, the set works on any Scalextric track and both cars come with 'xenon effect' headlights along with rear lights, plus of course plenty of high detailing including rusty paintwork and proper door mirrors.
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  Review: Guardsman dog guard (productReview)
  The Guardsman dog guard is a vehicle-specific barrier that separates the cabin of the car from the boot, which protects you and your pet while in the car. Guardsman has been running since 1964 and is also a long-term supplier of dog guards and cages to  both Guide Dogs and The Dogs Trust.  It's durable and easy to install, but at £100 (for the Audi Q2 variant we tested), is it worth your money?
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  Review: Disklok steering lock (productReview)
  It can be tricky to fit at first - and it's heavy - but it soon becomes something that only takes a couple of minutes to do. If you're always running late or in a rush you'll find it a hassle, but those few minutes could prove the difference between someone stealing your car or not. It's a useful deterrent if you have to leave your car in let's say 'undesirable' locations for extended periods of time.
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  Review: Pure Highway 600 DAB radio (productReview)
  Pure provides a smartphone app that unlocks even more functionality too, including direct access to your selection of Spotify playlists, artists, etc - via the control module, rather than via your phone itself. It took a little trial and error to set it up, but once up and running it worked very well and even lets you use Siri or Google Assistant on the go. The fact the 600 has hands-free calls and acccess to your phone contacts on the move is a key advantage over the cheaper Pure 400, and one that may is likely to be worth spending a little more cash on for most drivers.
• Does Adrian Flux offer Classic Car Insurance? (Article)
  source=8BC0BC06&internal_referer=8BC0BC06&sc=8BC0BC06&osc=8BC0BC06" target="_blank">Agreed value cover is also available from Adrian Flux *, where a specific assessment is made on your car to determine its value rather than simply market value. This may cost you a little more in the long run and it might not match your own valuation of your classic’s worth, but it is likely to offer a better result than plain market value.  What kind of car qualifies as a classic with Adrian Flux?
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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.
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  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.
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  Review: Cambridge Audio Melomania 1 wireless in-ear headphones (productReview)
  It works well, although we wish the controls weren't so designated by which side earphone we used because, say, we're out running with only the right earphone in to listen to our surroundings, we'd only be able to skip to the next song or turn volume up.

  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.
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  Review: Ring UltraInflate20 tyre inflator (productReview)
  There's a 3 metre wind-up power cable and a 60cm inflation hose which stores neatly in the unit and even a place to keep your dust cap while you're inflating the tyre. Ring says it can inflate a 13-inch tyre in 3min30s It runs off a standard 12V socket and has a bright LED light on the top while the air hose has a screw adaptor rather than quick release. It comes with three valve adaptors for bikes, footballs and inflatables.
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  Review: Simba Stormur slippers (productReview)
  The fact you can wear them outside is also very useful - especially if you fancy a quick trip to the corner shop or just want to put the bins out. Although you're probably only one step away from doing the school run in a dressing gown... Should you buy a pair?
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  Review: See.Sense ICON2 (productReview)
  The lights use a standard micro USB charger, which is useful if you misplace it because most people have multiple kicking about around the house. A full charge takes around three hours, giving you 16 hours of run-time. There's a charge indicator at the top of the unit, too, with five lights each depicting 20 per cent charge. The ICON2 lights have several flashing pattern options, as well as a steady 'on' setting.
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  Review: Hayter Harrier 48 roller mower (productReview)
  You’ll need to press down on the green lever on the mower arm to get it started. This engages the mower’s blade (and disengages it, but keeps the engine running when you’re emptying the grass box). Once started, you can adjust both the engine speed and the speed at which it will propel itself and that’s important, as the weight of the Harrier 48 means that being self-propelled is essential.