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  Insuring your classic car when its not roadworthy - the rules on insurance and SORN (Article)
  It might go by different names – off-the-road cover, SORN insurance, but the product is often made up of the same components. What is Laid-up insurance cover? If your classic is garaged, parked on your drive or stored in a secure building then it will qualify for laid-up cover. Some policies will also cover your car while it’s temporarily out of the garage and on static display. It could also cover your vehicle as it’s being transported to and from specialists.
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  Top 10: Maxi scooters 2020 (Article)
  We’d also like more storage under the seat, though you can stash a full-face helmet there when the BMW is parked up.
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  Car Security product of the year shortlist (Article)
  As a simple and effective theft prevention device that requires no setup and contains no electronics, the Stoplock Pro is a fine choice. If you can negotiate the matter of fitment and where to store it, it’s a great value and sensible investment. If you want a cheaper option, we'd recommend the plain old
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  Top 10: 125cc bikes with manual transmissions (Article)
  Aprilia RS4 125 - £3871 In the late 1990s and early 2000s the absolute king of the college car park was the Aprilia RS125. When derestricted it genuinely quick – at least when it wasn’t being fixed. 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.
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  Top 10: Summer accessories for campervans and motorhomes (Article)
  Goal Zero Lighthouse Mini Keeping going if you are parked up without power can be a challenge, but the Lighthouse Mini has the answer. It’s a bright lantern with a hook and fold-out legs so it can provide illumination wherever you want, charges up via USB or from Goal Zero solar panels and can run for up to 500 hours.
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  Dash cam buying advice guide (Article)
  If you want a higher quality image, a camera capable of recording in 4K Ultra HD will do the job. Recording while parked Recording on the move comes as a given with dash cameras, and many will use sensors to determine when you are driving. However, some will also be able to use these same sensors to work out when something happens while you are parked up.
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  BBQ of the Year shortlist (Article)
  It's a bit heavier than expected, weighing in at about 7kg - so as long as you aren't planning to have a BBQ miles away from where you've parked, you should be fine. On the plus side, there's a plastic storage tray and bamboo preparation board cleverly integrated into the design, meaning - for example - you can leave meat marinading in the fridge overnight before attaching it to the CUBE ahead of your day out.
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  Top 10: Portable BBQs for motorhomes, picnics and camping (Article)
  It's a bit heavier than expected, weighing in at about 7kg - so as long as you aren't planning to have a BBQ miles away from where you've parked, you should be fine. On the plus side, there's a plastic storage tray and bamboo preparation board cleverly integrated into the design, meaning - for example - you can leave meat marinading in the fridge overnight before attaching it to the CUBE ahead of your day out.
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  Classic Car Restoration (Article)
  .  Wire speed is probably the most important setting - too slow and it'll burn back onto the tip, too fast and it'll be a mess. Speed and power settings will be determined by the wire and you should be able to get a ball park set up. Experiement with scrap pieces of metal to make sure you're happy and fine tune the welder. You can be the most awesome welder in the world, but if the metal ain't clean then it won't matter.
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  Cheap classic car insurance (Article)
  Your complete guide to getting the best insurance cover for your classic car.