Accessories & tyres

Driving a car on old tyres is not recommended. Here’s how to check the age of yours

Keeping tabs on your car can have many benefits. We reveal the best way to do it

Which cordless impact wrench should you turn to when you need a hand with DIY?

Tyres at the 1.6mm legal minimum tread depth must still meet same performance standards as new tyres, says the EU

Correctly inflated tyres keep you safe and save you money – we reveal the best gauges to check the pressures

These 10 test-winning products are perfect for all your summer motoring needs

We find the best way to chill out this summer with a 12V electronic cool box for your car

Faulty tyres contribute to an estimated 7,500 deaths or serious injuries on our roads, according to a new Halfords survey

We round up six of the best ways to put your load-carrying troubles behind you

We reveal the best way to keep your upholstery up to scratch

Want to just wash and go but also need protection? Here’s the answer

Which formula will leave you seeing clearly?

These scratch removers are the just the job if you want to get rid of the marks that are an unavoidable part of car ownership

We check seven phone car check apps to see if they are hot or not

Planning a road trip? Here’s how to use the AA’s Route Planner

Which unit should you have at hand in case your phone needs a charge on the move?

We explain how locking wheel nuts work, and what to do when you lose your locking wheel nut key…

The best kneeling pads and mats protect you from cold, dirty floors when doing car DIY. We test eight to crown a champion

We reveal the biggest hits, plus the ones bubbling under

The Motor Ombudsman has recorded its highest quarterly number of complaints about garage repairs, with rising financial pressures cited as the driving…

We find the best way to get a grip on your phone while driving

We reveal which treatments are the most effective at keeping a cap on corrosion

We put eight LED torches under our test spotlight

Which device should be in the frame to capture your next driving adventure?

Use our handy guide to find the right engine oil for your car

We reveal the best way to help you save money while you spend

Keep comfy for longer with these garage and workshop heaters

The Government cans its plan for two-yearly MoT test, but says diesels could face tougher scrutiny

​​We round up eight cordless rotary multitools to see which one should be in your garage

Short-term traffic measures such as temporary speed limits and road closures to be mandated on sat-nav systems

Handy smartphone theory guides for beginners are rated for their test-passing features

The new Smart Charge brand will put the supermarket among the top five ultra-rapid charging providers in the UK

Let pedal power take the strain on your daily commute

Many of us used to receive model cars at Christmas as kids. We discover the big business of buying and selling these toys today

Hoping to gain the competitive edge with a slot car racing set? We find the best