Accessories & tyres

Brand new head unit from Clarion has clearly been launched to take the fight to the Pioneer AVIC F70DAB.

Like its rivals, this sub-£250 JVC is simple to install

It claims to “include what sat-nav doesn’t”, yet this latest Navigator atlas disappointed in our test, failing to incorporate, for example, the new Lu…

The stylish capsule case housed a well designed, compact device.

This chunky device is wrapped in Ring’s trademark yellow and blue plastic.

A cheap plastic shell encases what are, no doubt, good-quality lithium batteries.

A super cool design, but the results were a little disappointing

Portable red and black design has a sturdy, good-quality feel

The priciest choice here, but the XP-10 oozed quality.

This jump pack didn’t have a carry case, but can be stored in its Apple-style retail box

The pack promises “quick and easy protection”, but applying the Halfords was the hardest work of all the products here

In such a tight field, a high price does the Meguiar’s spray no favours, and nor does the slightly smaller US pack size

As the name suggests, this is another third stage in a maker’s car care process

Minimal instructions do this detailer from Simoniz’s new-look car care line-up no favours

There’s not much to choose between this closely matched midfield pack, but if ease of use is key for you, this detailer from Autoglym is the one to go…

Excellent test debut for Sonax’s detailer.

At under £30, this water-resistant Sakura cover is easily the least expensive on test and offers basic protection.

While we focused our test on indoor covers, this Halfords version is also good for outdoors and claims to be fully waterproof while remaining breathab…

This semi-tailored cover is ideal for cars kept in car ports and barns as it’s showerproof.

For that tailored look without the expense, this Classic Additions cover gets close.

If you keep your car in a public multi-storey or underground car park, the Concours Luxor is well worth considering.

This is the cover to go for if money’s no object.

If there’s a lot of traffic through your garage then this could be the solution for you