Accessories & tyres

We mystery shop part-worn tyre retailers, and explore the dangers of a lucrative trade

Which of these liquids showed the others a clean pair of heels?

Good hand tools are a garage essential, but which of these sets is best?

Twelve grime-busting products put to the test, but there can only be one winner

Which products come up trumps when you have to deal with in-car spills?

Rough-feeling paintwork? We test these smooth operators

Revive your car’s dull paintwork with the pick of these test rivals

We reveal the ultimate protection for your car’s precious paintwork

Keeping your luggage in place is important for safety – and tidiness

We reveal the pick of these pocket-sized all-rounders

Can’t use mains power? We put eight cordless vacs to the in-car cleaning test

Which offers the best mix of low price and ability to absorb moisture?

We find the best car-cleaning hose that won’t wind you up

Smartphone apps have infiltrated every element of our lives, but which are the essential ones that should be on every driver’s device? We’ve picked ou…

Sealey's Topside Engine Bat Creeper makes working on high level engines in SUVs or pick-up trucks easier and more comfortable

Halfords’ five-drawer cabinet offers lots of secure storage for tools

Which foot pump takes the pressure off inflating your tyres?

It’s always a wise policy to shop around for car insurance cover, so which websites make it easiest?

Thieves know how to beat electronic security systems, so one alternative is an old-fashioned lock

We reveal the best ways to find your way around with the latest smartphone navigation apps

You can save lots of money by buying car parts online, but which is the best site?

Got a flat tyre? Here’s how to safely change over to your spare wheel and get back on the road

Which products will help you avoid a life of grime best after working on your car?

Repairing and refurbishing your car’s alloy wheels will restore its good looks and can make it easier to sell