Accessories & Tyres
Best car-themed Christmas gifts for over £50 2023![Best Christmas gifts for over £50 - header image](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--KCkn1gpU--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1700489665/autoexpress/2023/11/Best%20Xmas%20gifts%20over%20%C2%A350%202023.jpg)
![Best Christmas gifts for over £50 - header image](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--KCkn1gpU--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1700489665/autoexpress/2023/11/Best%20Xmas%20gifts%20over%20%C2%A350%202023.jpg)
Best car-themed Christmas gifts for over £50 2023
Want to push the boat out on a bigger present for the car fan in your life? We name our top 20 gifts.
20 Nov 2023
Watchdog to bite back at UK’s rip-off fuel prices![High fuel prices. £2 per litre](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--u8_cAwm2--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1646917487/autoexpress/2022/03/Fuel%20prices%20-3.jpg)
![High fuel prices. £2 per litre](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--u8_cAwm2--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1646917487/autoexpress/2022/03/Fuel%20prices%20-3.jpg)
Watchdog to bite back at UK’s rip-off fuel prices
Competitions and Markets Authority gets powers to shine the spotlight on profiteering fuel station operators
15 Nov 2023
Best car-themed Christmas gifts for under £50 2023![Assortment of Christmas gifts](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--uawUrIh1--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1699886484/autoexpress/2023/11/Xmas%20gifts%20under%20%C2%A350%202023.jpg)
![Assortment of Christmas gifts](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--uawUrIh1--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1699886484/autoexpress/2023/11/Xmas%20gifts%20under%20%C2%A350%202023.jpg)
Best car-themed Christmas gifts for under £50 2023
Looking for some stocking fillers or presents to put under the tree this festive season? We’ve got some great gift ideas for the car fan in your life
14 Nov 2023
Best car interior wipes 2023![Interior wipes - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--XM14u-vH--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1582029714/autoexpress/2020/02/interior-wipes-header.jpg)
![Interior wipes - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--XM14u-vH--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1582029714/autoexpress/2020/02/interior-wipes-header.jpg)
Best car interior wipes 2023
We find the best car interior wipes to help keep your car clean
10 Nov 2023
Deal of the Day: £300 off award winning Pure Advance Electric Scooter ![Best electric e-scooter 2023 - Pure Advance](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--qu5Brxy5--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1698146517/autoexpress/2023/10/Best%20electric%20e-scooter%202023%20Pure%20Advance_kbdz14.jpg)
![Best electric e-scooter 2023 - Pure Advance](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--qu5Brxy5--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1698146517/autoexpress/2023/10/Best%20electric%20e-scooter%202023%20Pure%20Advance_kbdz14.jpg)
Deal of the Day: £300 off award winning Pure Advance Electric Scooter
A chunky 45% saving on an e-scooter with a 25-mile range is our deal of the day for 7 November
7 Nov 2023
Forecourt fuel theft surges by 77 per cent, latest figures suggest![Fuel station](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--dSlabuiZ--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1654877941/buyacar/fuel-station-1.jpg)
![Fuel station](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--dSlabuiZ--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1654877941/buyacar/fuel-station-1.jpg)
Forecourt fuel theft surges by 77 per cent, latest figures suggest
The DVLA reveals a massive spike in requests for vehicle keeper data, as filling stations battle ‘bilking’
7 Nov 2023
Best SUV all-season tyres![Stack of tyres next to a Volkswagen Tiguan](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s---95xjZIE--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1698677952/autoexpress/2023/10/All-season%20SUV%20tyre%20test%202023.jpg)
![Stack of tyres next to a Volkswagen Tiguan](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s---95xjZIE--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1698677952/autoexpress/2023/10/All-season%20SUV%20tyre%20test%202023.jpg)
Best SUV all-season tyres
We rate two all-season tyres and see how they compare with winter and summer designs
31 Oct 2023
Nuna Todl NEXT child car seat review![Nuna Todl NEXT](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--hvmVx3Js--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1698661573/autoexpress/2023/10/Nuna%20Todl%20NEXT-2.jpg)
![Nuna Todl NEXT](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--hvmVx3Js--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1698661573/autoexpress/2023/10/Nuna%20Todl%20NEXT-2.jpg)
Nuna Todl NEXT child car seat review
The Nuna Todl and NEXT base are a good combination for parents looking for a versatile child car seat, but it does have some limitations
30 Oct 2023
Car paint protection, films and ceramic coatings explained: is it worth it and does your car need it?![Car sealants](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--sxjc2GNh--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1604590883/autoexpress/2020/11/Car%20sealant.jpg)
![Car sealants](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--sxjc2GNh--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1604590883/autoexpress/2020/11/Car%20sealant.jpg)
Car paint protection, films and ceramic coatings explained: is it worth it and does your car need it?
What is car paint protection, what are the different options and are they worth it?
26 Oct 2023
Best electric scooters 2023![E-scooter testing](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--HwV93UVQ--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1579703154/autoexpress/2019/06/dsc_0047.jpg)
![E-scooter testing](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--HwV93UVQ--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1579703154/autoexpress/2019/06/dsc_0047.jpg)
Best electric scooters 2023
We test the top electric scooters to see which is best for range, price, riding experience and more
24 Oct 2023
Best electric car energy tariffs 2023![Person comparing tariff websites on two computer screens](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--CEHJwRSZ--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1697454502/autoexpress/2023/10/Best%20EV%20tariff%20websites%202023.jpg)
![Person comparing tariff websites on two computer screens](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--CEHJwRSZ--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1697454502/autoexpress/2023/10/Best%20EV%20tariff%20websites%202023.jpg)
Best electric car energy tariffs 2023
Home charging is a major factor in the cost of EV ownership. We assess the best available deals
16 Oct 2023
Winter tyres: pros, cons, costs, laws and should you buy them for your car? ![winter tyres](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--iKjcq038--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1563183683/autoexpress/2/24/_dsc6822.jpg)
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Winter tyres: pros, cons, costs, laws and should you buy them for your car?
Tyres specially designed for cold weather add grip and safety in harsh driving conditions. Read on to find out if you should buy winter tyres
13 Oct 2023
Deal of the Day: Get ready for winter with 15% off Goodyear and Bridgestone tyres at Halfords![Bridgestone WeatherControl A005 EVO](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--U4k9GTnY--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1667317939/autoexpress/2022/10/Bridgestone%20WeatherControl%20A005%20EVO%20.jpg)
![Bridgestone WeatherControl A005 EVO](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--U4k9GTnY--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1667317939/autoexpress/2022/10/Bridgestone%20WeatherControl%20A005%20EVO%20.jpg)
Deal of the Day: Get ready for winter with 15% off Goodyear and Bridgestone tyres at Halfords
A chunky Halfords discount on fitted tyres is our deal of the day for October 13
12 Oct 2023
Wheel bearing noise - what causes it and what to do? ![Kia Rio wheel](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--MinPNtJG--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1610463599/autoexpress/2021/01/Rio-wheel.jpg)
![Kia Rio wheel](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--MinPNtJG--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1610463599/autoexpress/2021/01/Rio-wheel.jpg)
Wheel bearing noise - what causes it and what to do?
If your wheel bearings are noisy they could be worn out. Here’s all you need to know about them
11 Oct 2023
Best car headlight bulbs 2023![Person holding a car lightbulb](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--1O6jQzBh--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1696946314/autoexpress/2023/10/Headlight%20bulb%20testing.jpg)
![Person holding a car lightbulb](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--1O6jQzBh--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1696946314/autoexpress/2023/10/Headlight%20bulb%20testing.jpg)
Best car headlight bulbs 2023
Our annual test has expanded to cover even more cars
10 Oct 2023
Tyre pressures and tread depths: your tyre safety check guide![Peugeot 308 SW - tyre](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--L0cvJHgl--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562248461/autoexpress/6/34/308-lterm-13_0_0.jpg)
![Peugeot 308 SW - tyre](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--L0cvJHgl--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562248461/autoexpress/6/34/308-lterm-13_0_0.jpg)
Tyre pressures and tread depths: your tyre safety check guide
Checking your tyre pressures and tyre tread depth regularly is an easy way to keep your car safe and road legal
9 Oct 2023
How to use a car tyre puncture repair kit![Person using a tyre puncture repair kit](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--J6pbMXDk--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1696433513/autoexpress/2023/10/Tyre%20puncture%20repair%20kit.jpg)
![Person using a tyre puncture repair kit](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--J6pbMXDk--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1696433513/autoexpress/2023/10/Tyre%20puncture%20repair%20kit.jpg)
How to use a car tyre puncture repair kit
Everything you need to know about using a car tyre puncture repair kit - and when you shouldn’t!
4 Oct 2023
How to change a car tyre![Person using a scissor jack to lift a car](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--XStPxtxR--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1589211879/autoexpress/2020/05/How%20to%20change%20a%20tyre-6.jpg)
![Person using a scissor jack to lift a car](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--XStPxtxR--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1589211879/autoexpress/2020/05/How%20to%20change%20a%20tyre-6.jpg)
How to change a car tyre
Got a flat tyre? Here’s how to safely change over to your spare wheel and get back on the road
4 Oct 2023
Petrol and diesel prices soar as oil price nudges $100 a barrel![Fuel duty delayed](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--5JKdgKS9--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562249582/autoexpress/fuel-duty-delayed.jpg)
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Petrol and diesel prices soar as oil price nudges $100 a barrel
Filling station profit margins in the spotlight again, as OPEC production cuts force the price of fuel up in September
4 Oct 2023
Best multibit screwdriver sets 2023![Multi-bit screwdriver testing](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--87I67PQl--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1696336299/autoexpress/2023/10/Multibit%20screwdriver%20set.jpg)
![Multi-bit screwdriver testing](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--87I67PQl--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1696336299/autoexpress/2023/10/Multibit%20screwdriver%20set.jpg)
Best multibit screwdriver sets 2023
We try eight sets to find which bits fit best in your tool box
3 Oct 2023
Engine management light: what is it?![Engine management light showing on a Mazda 6's dashboard](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--i1zwxP7k--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1696332848/autoexpress/2023/10/Engine%20management%20light.jpg)
![Engine management light showing on a Mazda 6's dashboard](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--i1zwxP7k--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1696332848/autoexpress/2023/10/Engine%20management%20light.jpg)
Engine management light: what is it?
What should you do when the engine management light comes on, and how do you safely turn it off?
3 Oct 2023
Tyre care and maintenance : how to look after your car tyres![Peugeot 308 SW - tyre](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--L0cvJHgl--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562248461/autoexpress/6/34/308-lterm-13_0_0.jpg)
![Peugeot 308 SW - tyre](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--L0cvJHgl--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562248461/autoexpress/6/34/308-lterm-13_0_0.jpg)
Tyre care and maintenance : how to look after your car tyres
Maintain your tyres and you'll reap the benefits with an improved drive and lower running costs. We explain all
2 Oct 2023
Best winter tyres![Best winter tyres 2023 - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--cg4fgSWk--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1695210904/autoexpress/2023/09/Best%20winter%20tyres%202023-13.jpg)
![Best winter tyres 2023 - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--cg4fgSWk--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1695210904/autoexpress/2023/09/Best%20winter%20tyres%202023-13.jpg)
Best winter tyres
We push a selection of winter tyres to the max in all conditions to see which is Britain's best
20 Sep 2023
Best EV charging apps 2023![Best EV charging apps - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--EVy-djyY--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1694617326/autoexpress/2023/09/EV%20charging%20apps%20-%20header_k9v4cd.jpg)
![Best EV charging apps - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--EVy-djyY--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1694617326/autoexpress/2023/09/EV%20charging%20apps%20-%20header_k9v4cd.jpg)
Best EV charging apps 2023
We reveal the best electric vehicle apps for helping find public charging spots
13 Sep 2023
Councils refusing to pay-up for pothole damage to cars![Pothole](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--X_NydKp0--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1579621821/carbuyer/2017/10/pothole.jpg)
![Pothole](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--X_NydKp0--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1579621821/carbuyer/2017/10/pothole.jpg)
Councils refusing to pay-up for pothole damage to cars
27 per cent of drivers suffered pothole damage costing £7.5bn in repairs last year according to a survey, but councils paid out less than £1m compensa…
13 Sep 2023
Best picnic hampers and backpacks 2023![Best picnic hampers and backpacks - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--DcCpSF7N--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1694003116/autoexpress/2023/09/Picnic%20hampers%20and%20backpacks%20-%20how%20we%20tested%20them_wyke75.jpg)
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Best picnic hampers and backpacks 2023
We test the latest backpacks and hampers for eating out or alfresco dining
6 Sep 2023
Best dog smell removers for cars: air fresheners to eliminate wet dog odour![Dog odour remover - teaser](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--p9saoGal--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1692964125/autoexpress/2023/08/Dog-odour-remover---teaser_bvnkch.jpg)
![Dog odour remover - teaser](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--p9saoGal--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1692964125/autoexpress/2023/08/Dog-odour-remover---teaser_bvnkch.jpg)
Best dog smell removers for cars: air fresheners to eliminate wet dog odour
Do you need professional help to completely rid your car of doggy smells, or could a DIY alternative do the job?
25 Aug 2023
Recycled car parts: sourcing, quality and how much you could save![eBay used car parts](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--hUMjRU3Q--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1683042843/autoexpress/2023/05/eBay%20used%20car%20parts-3.jpg)
![eBay used car parts](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--hUMjRU3Q--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1683042843/autoexpress/2023/05/eBay%20used%20car%20parts-3.jpg)
Recycled car parts: sourcing, quality and how much you could save
We visit the vehicle recycling centre that’s changing the face of scrap dealers and promoting component recycling in the process
23 Aug 2023
Best car sun shades 2023![Best car sun shade - header image](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--A3eAa5x8--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1692702661/autoexpress/2023/08/Best%20car%20sunshade%20-%20header_xivgkl.jpg)
![Best car sun shade - header image](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--A3eAa5x8--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1692702661/autoexpress/2023/08/Best%20car%20sunshade%20-%20header_xivgkl.jpg)
Best car sun shades 2023
We reveal the best way to block out the sun while keeping your car and passengers cool
22 Aug 2023
Best torque wrenches 2023![Best troque wrenches - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--q5n38HDK--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1692355931/autoexpress/2023/08/Best%20torque%20wrenches%20header_vsjkj0.jpg)
![Best troque wrenches - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--q5n38HDK--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1692355931/autoexpress/2023/08/Best%20torque%20wrenches%20header_vsjkj0.jpg)
Best torque wrenches 2023
We put 10 torque wrenches to the test to see which one you should turn to...
18 Aug 2023
Tyre reviews: best car tyres to buy now ![Three wheels stacked behind Auto Express tyre test logo](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--IY4dAJOs--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1691576892/autoexpress/2023/08/2023%20summer%20tyre%20test.jpg)
![Three wheels stacked behind Auto Express tyre test logo](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--IY4dAJOs--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1691576892/autoexpress/2023/08/2023%20summer%20tyre%20test.jpg)
Tyre reviews: best car tyres to buy now
We reveal the best tyres you can buy
9 Aug 2023
Best car vacuum cleaners 2023 ![Best workshop vacuums - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--hdzkc4GQ--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1691411799/autoexpress/2023/08/Best%20workshop%20vaccum%20-%20header_wsdoky.jpg)
![Best workshop vacuums - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--hdzkc4GQ--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1691411799/autoexpress/2023/08/Best%20workshop%20vaccum%20-%20header_wsdoky.jpg)
Best car vacuum cleaners 2023
We put car and workshop vacuum cleaners to the test - which of these heavy-duty cleaners picks up the win?
7 Aug 2023
Best car air fresheners 2023 ![Best car air freshener - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--uNF-ZMh_--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1691071911/autoexpress/2023/08/Car-Air-fresheners-header_ige4vu.jpg)
![Best car air freshener - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--uNF-ZMh_--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1691071911/autoexpress/2023/08/Car-Air-fresheners-header_ige4vu.jpg)
Best car air fresheners 2023
Our testers follow their noses to reveal the in-car air fresheners that are not to be sniffed at
3 Aug 2023
Best Digital Multimeters 2023![Multimeter test - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--cLZBYtBK--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1690965859/autoexpress/2023/08/Multimeter-header-image_zea7h2.jpg)
![Multimeter test - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--cLZBYtBK--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1690965859/autoexpress/2023/08/Multimeter-header-image_zea7h2.jpg)
Best Digital Multimeters 2023
We reveal our current favourite digital multimeters for tackling car electrics
2 Aug 2023
Best online car battery retailers 2023![Best online car battery retailer - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--C9I5hxaJ--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1690376131/autoexpress/2023/07/Best%20online%20car%20battery%20retailer%20-%20header_tgzkvs.jpg)
![Best online car battery retailer - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--C9I5hxaJ--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1690376131/autoexpress/2023/07/Best%20online%20car%20battery%20retailer%20-%20header_tgzkvs.jpg)
Best online car battery retailers 2023
We reveal your top choices for buying car batteries online, plus the non-starters
26 Jul 2023