• VW up!

Development problems mean micro-car could be front drive after all.

• In-car hands-free gets wake-up call

This new hands-free kit from Bury Technologies looks like a travel alarm clock.

• Tiny sat-nav punches above its weight

AS with computers, watches and music systems, sat-navs are cramming more technology into smaller packages – and this new Navigon 2110 is no exception.

• Does green range clean up?

Ecologically sound living is currently at the forefront of our minds, and Ecover hopes to extend that into car valeting with its new ‘green’ products.First up is Wash and Wax, which has plant and mineral ingredients.

• Driver feels pinch of ‘unbearable’ seats

Sports seats aren't necessarily as comfortable as you might think...

• New ‘Noble’ storms in

Scorching Salica GT uses Noble N400 as its base.

• Safety first

Here are 10 essential bits of kit to keep in your car in case of an emergency. Don’t leave home without them!