Product reviews

There’s a quality feel to the Makita compact wrench with its smooth-running motor.

One of the smallest on test, but this DeWalt wrench packs a punch, sailing through our torque tests

Armor All Shield for Glass

Much like rival Prestone, this Bluecol screenwash includes a rain repellent and an insect remover.

A hefty price rise since our last test in 2011 doesn’t help this wash from Sakura.

Packed with de-icer and a rain repellent, this comes ready to pour.

Sonax Clear View won our test when it was a yellow formula.

Even though this is just a small 500ml pack, it’s good for up to eight litres.

US giant Prestone sparked the revival of ready-mixed washes when it hit the UK a couple of years ago, but this is a concentrate version of its Screen …

Like its stablemate, this contains nasty-tasting Bitrex to stop children accidentally drinking it.

We’ve long been fans of Double Concentrate.

Our winner is a sort of hybrid: it’s ready mixed for winter, but has a dilution table.

With just a single variable lance, a brush and a large soap tank, the Clarke is aimed at car washers.

Power isn’t everything in car cleaning, and this washer does a reasonable job, but it’s not the easiest to use.

This got off to a poor start, with a water connector that failed to seal.

Neatly bridging the gap between smaller machines and the top two, this Sealey offers lots to like.

If you have a big car, you’ll love this well built Nilfisk’s nine-metre hose.

Part of the Screwfix line-up, this Titan is ideal if you’re on a budget.

The K2 is the best of the smaller washers

Ease of use sees Hozelock take another win.

While the Carrera Transport came second in our 2011 test, the opposition has taken a huge leap forward.

This fairly large bike is better than others for long trips, as it’s comfortable and has huge 20-inch wheels with wide tyres

Called the Halfway as it sits between a folding bike and a regular bike, the Giant got off to a good start