Accessories & tyres

Dash cams have become essential equipment for protecting you and your car on the road. We run the rule over 15 units to name our champion

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

We rate the best new car books to hit the shelves in the last few weeks

The latest additions to the world of automotive products from floor mats to dash cams...

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

Which reader is the best for analysing your car’s health?

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

A full service history can add a lot of value to a used car. We explain everything you need to know

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