Accessories & Tyres
Councils refusing to pay-up for pothole damage to cars![Pothole](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--X_NydKp0--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1579621821/carbuyer/2017/10/pothole.jpg)
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Councils refusing to pay-up for pothole damage to cars
27 per cent of drivers suffered pothole damage costing £7.5bn in repairs last year according to a survey, but councils paid out less than £1m compensa…
13 Sep 2023
Best picnic hampers and backpacks 2023![Best picnic hampers and backpacks - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--DcCpSF7N--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1694003116/autoexpress/2023/09/Picnic hampers and backpacks - how we tested them_wyke75.jpg)
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Best picnic hampers and backpacks 2023
We test the latest backpacks and hampers for eating out or alfresco dining
6 Sep 2023
Best dog smell removers for cars: air fresheners to eliminate wet dog odour![Dog odour remover - teaser](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--p9saoGal--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1692964125/autoexpress/2023/08/Dog-odour-remover---teaser_bvnkch.jpg)
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Best dog smell removers for cars: air fresheners to eliminate wet dog odour
Do you need professional help to completely rid your car of doggy smells, or could a DIY alternative do the job?
25 Aug 2023
Recycled car parts: sourcing, quality and how much you could save![eBay used car parts](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--hUMjRU3Q--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1683042843/autoexpress/2023/05/eBay used car parts-3.jpg)
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Recycled car parts: sourcing, quality and how much you could save
We visit the vehicle recycling centre that’s changing the face of scrap dealers and promoting component recycling in the process
23 Aug 2023
Best car sun shades 2023![Best car sun shade - header image](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--A3eAa5x8--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1692702661/autoexpress/2023/08/Best car sunshade - header_xivgkl.jpg)
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Best car sun shades 2023
We reveal the best way to block out the sun while keeping your car and passengers cool
22 Aug 2023
Best torque wrenches 2023![Best troque wrenches - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--q5n38HDK--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1692355931/autoexpress/2023/08/Best torque wrenches header_vsjkj0.jpg)
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Best torque wrenches 2023
We put 10 torque wrenches to the test to see which one you should turn to...
18 Aug 2023
Tyre reviews: best car tyres to buy now 2023![Three wheels stacked behind Auto Express tyre test logo](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--IY4dAJOs--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1691576892/autoexpress/2023/08/2023 summer tyre test.jpg)
![Three wheels stacked behind Auto Express tyre test logo](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--IY4dAJOs--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1691576892/autoexpress/2023/08/2023 summer tyre test.jpg)
Tyre reviews: best car tyres to buy now 2023
We reveal the best tyres you can buy
9 Aug 2023
Best car vacuum cleaners 2023 ![Best workshop vacuums - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--hdzkc4GQ--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1691411799/autoexpress/2023/08/Best workshop vaccum - header_wsdoky.jpg)
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Best car vacuum cleaners 2023
We put car and workshop vacuum cleaners to the test - which of these heavy-duty cleaners picks up the win?
7 Aug 2023
Best car air fresheners 2023 ![Best car air freshener - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--uNF-ZMh_--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1691071911/autoexpress/2023/08/Car-Air-fresheners-header_ige4vu.jpg)
![Best car air freshener - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--uNF-ZMh_--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1691071911/autoexpress/2023/08/Car-Air-fresheners-header_ige4vu.jpg)
Best car air fresheners 2023
Our testers follow their noses to reveal the in-car air fresheners that are not to be sniffed at
3 Aug 2023
Best Digital Multimeters 2023![Multimeter test - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--cLZBYtBK--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1690965859/autoexpress/2023/08/Multimeter-header-image_zea7h2.jpg)
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Best Digital Multimeters 2023
We reveal our current favourite digital multimeters for tackling car electrics
2 Aug 2023
Best online car battery retailers 2023![Best online car battery retailer - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--C9I5hxaJ--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1690376131/autoexpress/2023/07/Best online car battery retailer - header_tgzkvs.jpg)
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Best online car battery retailers 2023
We reveal your top choices for buying car batteries online, plus the non-starters
26 Jul 2023
Best car tyre inflators 2023![Best car tyre inflators - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--7zeEzidS--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1690205350/autoexpress/2023/07/Best car tyre inflators - header_b9xuss.jpg)
![Best car tyre inflators - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--7zeEzidS--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1690205350/autoexpress/2023/07/Best car tyre inflators - header_b9xuss.jpg)
Best car tyre inflators 2023
We test eight cordless compressors to reveal the one that feels the pressure least from its rivals
24 Jul 2023
Best racing games on Android and iOS 2023![Best racing games on Android and iOS - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--rHjrayFC--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1689853096/autoexpress/2023/07/Best racing games on android and iOS - header_hgb9rz.jpg)
![Best racing games on Android and iOS - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--rHjrayFC--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1689853096/autoexpress/2023/07/Best racing games on android and iOS - header_hgb9rz.jpg)
Best racing games on Android and iOS 2023
We line up some high-octane games for your phone to reveal the very best that you can get your hands on
20 Jul 2023
Cheap motorway fuel plans being blocked by red tape![Live roadside fuel pricing sign](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--rkGw5omS--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1689687224/autoexpress/2023/07/Lancaster Services live roadside fuel pricing sign.jpg)
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Cheap motorway fuel plans being blocked by red tape
As government calls for greater fuel price transparency, a ‘frustrating’ approach from National Highways costs drivers 12p a litre at motorway service…
19 Jul 2023
Best car part websites 2023![Online factors on test](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--Vwrc7Dh3--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1621266387/autoexpress/2021/05/How-we.jpg)
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Best car part websites 2023
You can save lots of money by buying car parts online, but which is the best site?
14 Jul 2023
New car tyre recycling tech to tackle UK’s waste tyre mountain![Pile of used tyres](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--ok_uC2bs--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1687439744/autoexpress/2023/06/Scrap tyres.jpg)
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New car tyre recycling tech to tackle UK’s waste tyre mountain
Planned pyrolysis plant will recycle 20,000 tonnes of end-of-life tyres per year
22 Jun 2023
Best brake fluid testers 2023![Best brake fluid testers - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--zRgrONIV--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1687425004/autoexpress/2023/06/Brake-fluid-tester-header_iujjx6.jpg)
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Best brake fluid testers 2023
Knowing the state of your brake fluid is vital. Which tester is best?
22 Jun 2023
Best pressure washer trigger guns 2023![Best pressure washer trigger guns - how we tested them header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--1kMC1tyx--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1687344471/autoexpress/2023/06/How-we-tested-stubby_exz4hz.jpg)
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Best pressure washer trigger guns 2023
‘Stubbies’ take a shot at claiming top spot...
21 Jun 2023
Best EV charging cables 2023![Best EV charging cable - header image](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--c1WK4yUH--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1687271997/autoexpress/2023/06/How-we-tested-cables_ccvvcv.jpg)
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Best EV charging cables 2023
We find the best way to charge your electric vehicle from a three-pin plug…
20 Jun 2023
Best cool boxes and bags 2023![Cool box header - testing temperature](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--et-Chw-L--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1687186113/autoexpress/2023/06/Cool-box-header_nwn13d.jpg)
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Best cool boxes and bags 2023
Boxes and bags to help leep your food chilled as temperatures rise…
19 Jun 2023
Best workshop hand cleaners 2023![Best hand cleaners - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--Vmg-OsWh--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1579653370/carbuyer/2019/08/best_workshop_hand_cleaners_header.jpg)
![Best hand cleaners - header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--Vmg-OsWh--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1579653370/carbuyer/2019/08/best_workshop_hand_cleaners_header.jpg)
Best workshop hand cleaners 2023
We reveal the top grime-busting hand cleaners you should have in your workshop…
19 Jun 2023
How best to get on top of protecting your car from the elements![Best outdoor car covers](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--1jfkk_Yl--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1586864377/autoexpress/2020/04/Best outdoor car covers 2020.jpg)
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How best to get on top of protecting your car from the elements
How best to get on top of protecting your car from the elements
15 Jun 2023
Best solar chargers for car batteries 2023![Best solar charger 2021 - main](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--eLs4lSbS--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1610970776/autoexpress/2021/01/Best solar chargers.jpg)
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Best solar chargers for car batteries 2023
Use the sunlight to keep your car battery topped up
14 Jun 2023
Best car jump starter packs 2023![Jump starters - heading](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--uzeyL6cX--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1686663887/autoexpress/2023/06/JUMP-START-HEADER_vrdvgu.jpg)
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Best car jump starter packs 2023
We reveal the best way to get your car going if the battery’s flat
13 Jun 2023
Hilo One smart e-scooter launches with AI tech![Hilo One - fold](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--X1-Gjl5L--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1686562556/autoexpress/2023/06/Hilo One-5.jpg)
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Hilo One smart e-scooter launches with AI tech
The One is the new e-scooter from Hilo, the company co-founded but ex-Nissan boss Andy Palmer
12 Jun 2023
Auto Express Father’s Day gift guide![Nextbase 522GW dash cam](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--X3eeeWaN--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1686317734/autoexpress/2023/06/522GW-4_u5eu63.jpg)
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Auto Express Father’s Day gift guide
A look at some must-have gifts for dads this Father's Day
9 Jun 2023
Best fuel usage apps 2023![App testing](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s---j-Ev8m5--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1562241111/autoexpress/1/58/phone-app-003_0.jpg)
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Best fuel usage apps 2023
Keep an eye on your running costs with our top choices
6 Jun 2023
Car Product Awards 2023: the best kit for your car![Assortment of car-related products](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--_7z51M0j--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1685978668/autoexpress/2023/06/Product of the Year 2023 - header image.jpg)
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Car Product Awards 2023: the best kit for your car
Our team of experts has tested more than 500 products over the past year. Here, we reveal the very best you can buy
5 Jun 2023
Best car colour restorers 2023![Man polishing Nissan Qashqai](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--XvNbflXr--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1685961449/autoexpress/2023/06/Best colour restorers 2023.jpg)
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Best car colour restorers 2023
We reveal the best ways to bring back the shine to paintwork that’s been dulled by scratches and swirls
5 Jun 2023
Best car upholstery cleaners 2023![Car upholstery cleaner testing](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--Rdy77Zau--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1685709129/autoexpress/2023/06/Best upholstery cleaners 2023.jpg)
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Best car upholstery cleaners 2023
Keep your cabin’s fabrics in top trim with these spray-on cleaners
2 Jun 2023
Best clay bars 2023![Clay bar testing](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--ORkvICi9--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1685632514/autoexpress/2023/06/Best clay bars 2023.jpg)
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Best clay bars 2023
Which is the best clay bar for removing invisible contaminants?
1 Jun 2023
Best power inverters 2023![Ring power inverter header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--BB8Orzaz--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1603111271/autoexpress/2020/10/Power inverters.jpg)
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Best power inverters 2023
Which unit brings 240V power on the move best?
1 Jun 2023
Best ceramic car shampoos 2023![Washing car](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--wO0i2BeN--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1685618974/autoexpress/2023/05/Best ceramic car shampoos 2023.jpg)
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Best ceramic car shampoos 2023
Do the new wash-and-protect solutions live up to the hype? We find out by putting a selection to the test
1 Jun 2023
Best screwdriver sets 2023![Best screwdriver sets - main](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--c21HBftq--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1610983034/autoexpress/2021/01/Best screwdriver sets 2021-9.jpg)
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Best screwdriver sets 2023
Our tests reveal the best ’drivers to turn to for car work
1 Jun 2023
Best socket set for your workshop 2023![Socket set](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--Y6jNAs-J--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1685542937/autoexpress/2023/05/Socket set header_vxwjjq.jpg)
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Best socket set for your workshop 2023
We find the essential set for even the simplest automotive DIY
31 May 2023
Best folding utility knives and retractable blades 2023![Best utility knives header](https://media.autoexpress.co.uk/image/private/s--kwrTPvtm--/f_auto,t_card-mobile@1/v1684938937/autoexpress/2023/05/Best-utility-knives-header_hyhbgi.jpg)
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Best folding utility knives and retractable blades 2023
We reveal the folding utility knives and retractable blades that are a cut above the rest
26 May 2023