Accessories & tyres

Snow chains can make all the difference on wintry roads, but are they a worthwhile investment?

Tyres designed to cope better in cold conditions provide more grip and better safety. Is it time you considered an annual change to winter tyres?

Drivers face threat of double-whammy from global oil price rises and predicted jumps in fuel duty

A low cost windscreen wiper that can deliver the goods as well or better than far more expensive options…

What should you expect from a Pod Point wallbox installation? We find out

These speedy ratchet spanners are a boon for DIY mechanics. We try nine sets

Is your car suffering from a smoky exhaust? Our troubleshooting guide tells you what could be the cause and what you need to do to fix it

Using a clay bar can be time consuming so which versatile and longer-lasting clay bar alternative wins here?

Low global demand and exchange rate bonus sees pump prices ease - but there’s a budget looming…

Boss of cross-pavement charging firm calls for major policy change to encourage EV uptake

Failing to check your engine oil levels could turn out to be a costly mistake! Here’s all you need to know to top up your engine oil

We push a selection of winter tyres to the max in all conditions to see which is Britain's best

New tyres must go on the rear axle, with part-worn treads moved to the front - whether the car is FWD, RWD or 4x4

Make wired Apple CarPlay or Android Auto a thing of the past

We take a deep dive into Toyota’s ‘multi-path’ strategy, which focuses on making hydrogen fuel-cell technology a viable alternative to battery EVs

Which first aid kit is best if the worst should happen?

It’s important to have the right tyres fitted to your car, but do you need electric vehicle-specific tyres if you have an electric car or SUV? Our gui…

Here is a guide on when, and when not, to fit performance tyres to your car

Tyre speed ratings can be confusing. Heres a guide on what these mean.

We reveal the best tyres you can buy for your car

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

Petrol and diesel prices remain ‘stubbornly high’ according to the latest Fuelwatch data from the RAC

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

The Labour Government is expected to reverse the cut to fuel duty in October’s budget, thus pushing up the price of petrol and diesel

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

Which products make a clean sweep in the drying stakes and which should throw in the towel? Our test reveals all

Depending on who you ask, part-worn tyres are either a great money-saver or a risky gamble. But should you buy part-worn tyres and what are the risks …

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 reveal the best way to say goodbye to baked-on bugs

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