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Review: Scalextric ARC One American Classics (productReview)
. One of our favourite features is the F1-style starting lights (complete with your reaction time). As well as highlighting who is in the lead and what lap you're on, it also shows fuel level and tyre wear. So during a race, you'll need a pit stop while you wait for your car to be refuelled (and get new -
Review: Lenco L-400 Turntable (productReview)
leads and a nice smoked dust cover lid too. It has a built in pre-amp so you don't necessarily need a separate amplifier to use it, although it will result in better sound if you do. Alternatively, you can hook it up directly to a stereo system. It can play both 33rpm and 45rpm records as you'd -
Review: BMW R Nine T Urban G/S (productReview)
push harder and lean further than initial impressions might lead you to expect. The tyres deliver lots of on-road grip, even when you tick the X option with its knobblier off-road rubber, and the 43mm telescopic front forks offer masses of mid-corner stability. Granted, it’s not the quickest to turn -
Review: Zero FXS 2017 (productReview)
-style machine doesn’t run on petrol. In fact, it charges up via the same kind of power lead you plug into your kettle. Seriously. And, if this is the future, then it looks very bright indeed. Despite being matt black. Let’s just hope they can lower the price a little bit in future – because -
Review: Wahoo Elemnt Roam V2 cycling computer (productReview)
and the Wahoo Roam V2 couldn't be easier to set-up. It charges via USB-C (lead supplied) and battery life is expected to be up to 17 hours. The mount installs easily on the handlebars (there's also a stem mount in the box if you'd prefer) and the Roam V2 clicks securely into place. If you want you can screw -
Top 10: Headphones under £100 (Article)
and sound quality - the SR80e are top-notch for this price bracket. The headphones offer a natural, full-bodied sound but bear in mind that the open-backed earcups will lead to some sound leakage. If you want high-quality, lively sound and aren't looking for total noise isolation -
Top 10: Best lawnmowers 2023 (Article)
. You also get a three-year warranty if you register online. Remember to buy an extension lead, though, as it only comes with a 10-meter cord. Hyundai HYM510SPE 173cc 51cm self-propelled mower Looking for excellent value for money? This Hyundai offering could be just the ticket -
Review: Azdome GS63H (productReview)
or power something while the dash cam is being used. We much prefer this design to the moulded units you often get. The SD card reassuringly slots in the side, the power lead is nice and secure while the mount is a neat bit of design too. It's far smaller than most and instead of a big clip, you -
Top 10: Father's Day gifts for Classics fans (Article)
, three of which are captured brilliantly in this trio of T-shirts. Our favourite is this: “The lead car is absolutely unique, except for the one behind it which is identical!” But with two others to choose from, you’re sure to find one your dad will love. Sizes range from Small to XXLarge. Order yours -
Review: Lexmoto Viper 125 2017 (productReview)
. There are a few question marks – the footpegs aren’t spring loaded so will sometimes get wedged up when pulling away, leading to awkward leg-flailing, while the controls for the audio system don’t have the same fit or finish as the switches and levers on the bars. The analogue speedo seems a bit optimistic too -
AIR-CONDITIONING: How do I know if my air conditioning needs servicing? (FAQs)
leaks at the system seals) and component breakdown. Low refrigerant means low lubricant, which is contained in the refrigerant, and this can lead to seals drying out, thus losing even more refrigerant and leading to failure of the compressor. Properly repairing a failed system is a four-figure job -
Review: Azdome M06 (productReview)
the companion app is called LuckyApp, rather than just Azdome (which we assumed it would be called, leading us to download the wrong app at first). Once you turn WiFi on in the dash cam's menu, it's a simple case of connecting to the WiFi network on your phone's settings, then inputting the password -
Review: EZVIZ S2 action camera (productReview)
— like Go Pro — leading the charge. And, while big brands like GoPro have almost become synonymous with their respective products, there are a number of cheaper options on the market that arguably offer more bang for your buck. Enter, the EZVIZ S2 — which offers Full HD 1080p at 60fps resolution -
Top 10: Gifts for music lovers (Article)
a 4.7 out of 5 star rating on Amazon, based on over 1470 reviews. Lenco L400 turntable The direct-drive L-400 is great value for money and comes with everything you need — including a phono cartridge, all the relevant leads and a nice smoked dust cover lid too. It has a built in pre-amp -
Review: Hovding 2.0 bicycle airbag helmet (productReview)
... The Hovding is charged via a micro USB lead, which is included, and takes two or three hours to fully charge. The five LED lights on the front will light up when you're good to go. These same lights will flash when the Hovding needs another charge (after about 10 hours of cycling). You can check -
Top 10: Welders for under £300 (Article)
for your MIG welder. Step forward this handy home use ARC kit. It's 150 amps so you'll be able to run it off a domestic socket and it's variable so it'll go down to 40 amps if you find yourself dealing with thinner metal. It comes complete with standard welding leads, electrode holder, earth clamp, face -
How Can I Do My Own Car Service? (Article)
. Spark plugs, HT leads, fuel filter, coolant, brake fluid, power steering fluid and transmission fluid where applicable are all elements that will wear out or degrade and affect the performance of your car, but replacing them at every service would be costly and unnecessary. What tools do I need -
Review: Sennheiser PXC 550 headphones (productReview)
also sits on the bottom of the right ear cup, with a micro USB charging lead supplied in the box. A full charge takes approx three hours. Sennheiser claims a battery life of 20 hours with ANC and Bluetooth enabled, but you can get 30 hours with the wired 3.5mm analogue connection. The supplied 3.5mm -
Review: Dyson Pure hot+cool purifying fan heater (productReview)
information about humidity, particulate matter (PM), Nitrogen Oxide (NO2) and Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) - which can lead to a whole host of health problems. You can use t he remote control to cycle through the different displays. VOCs are toxic chemicals that are found in cleaning sprays -
Review: Garmin VIRB 360 (productReview)
it any higher considering it's very feature-packed. But if you’re the kind of person who leads a very active lifestyle and wishes to share it with your friends, it’s a very cool way of doing that. Especially if you know how to edit footage. We like how easy