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Dazzled drivers believe car headlights are becoming too bright

Are LED headlight bulbs for cars legal?

Published 01 December 2022
By David Mullen
One major complaint often heard from motorists is about LED headlights and the blinding glare they cause to oncoming drivers.
Continental AllSeasonContact all season tyres

All-season tyre test: better than summer & winter?

How good are all-season tyres? The best of both worlds or master of none? We head to Mercedes-Benz World to find out.
Published 04 November 2022
Best vehicle trackers for all budgets

Vehicle trackers explained

There are very few arguments against fitting a vehicle tracker to your car.
Published 22 December 2021
What you need to know before changing wheel sizes

How to change the size of your car wheels

Changing the wheel and tyre size of your car affects more than just the look of the vehicle — here's what to know
Published 29 March 2021
How to restore car headlight covers

How to restore car headlight covers

Most modern headlights have a polycarbonate plastic cover rather than glass to protect the delicate bulbs and lenses inside
Published 11 October 2017
Car Clinic: Is there a better tyre sealant than the one supplied with the Mazda6?

Car Clinic: Is there a better tyre sealant?

I’ve not had good reports about the tyre sealant supplied with my Mazda6. Is there a different spray that would not mean the tyre needed...
Published 17 July 2017
Car Clinic: How can I add aftermarket high-intensity lights to my car?

Car Clinic: How can I add high-intensity lights?

Q. How can I add high-intensity lights to my Ford Mondeo?
Published 07 March 2017
I’ve just attended a speed-awareness course and now want to set up my TomTom sat nav to warn me when I am exceeding the speed limit. Can I do this and how?

Car Clinic: Speed camera alerts on a TomTom

Q. I’ve just attended a speed-awareness course and now want to set up my TomTom sat nav to warn me when I am exceeding the speed limit....
Published 30 January 2017
Car Clinic: Will connecting my car's 12v battery to a charger while I'm away damage the electrics?

Car Clinic: Will battery charger damage electrics?

Will the electrics in my Ford Focus be harmed if I connect the battery to a charger when we go away this winter?
Published 16 January 2017
Can I change the 18in tyres on my Ford S-Max Titanium X Sport to get a softer ride?

Car Clinic: Changing wheel size for a softer ride

Can I change the 18in tyres on my Ford S-Max Titanium X Sport to get a softer ride?
Published 31 October 2016
The Sunday Times Driving Placeholder

Where can I buy parking sensors that don't make an...

Q. I have a new Skoda Superb estate and am looking for some front parking sensors that do not make an irritating sound. Any suggestions?
Published 25 January 2016
The Sunday Times Driving Placeholder

Are bonnet-mounted car mascots illegal?

I’ve bought a 2006 Jaguar X-type with a “leaper” mascot on the bonnet. Some people say it’s legal, others that it isn’t. What’s the position?
Published 22 July 2015
The Sunday Times Driving Placeholder

What are the benefits of 'normal' tyres over low-profile...

Q. I drive a Peugeot 207 fitted with low-profile tyres. I’m considering replacing them with “normal” tyres. Will this give me quieter running...
Published 12 May 2015