News Archives - May 2015

HueRay flashing bicycle grips

HueRay flashing bicycle grips have built-in LED lights that help cyclists stand out in traffic. Emitting most of their light to the side, HueRay flashing bicycle grips aim to address the unfortunate habit that some car driver have of overtaking cyclists only to suddenly make a left turn. Available in a range of vibrant colours, the light components can be…

Destroy your driving licence says DVLA

The DVLA recommends that motorists destroy the paper counterpart of their British driving licence when it is scrapped in a little over a week. Paper driving licences issued before the photocard was introduced in 1998 will remain valid and should not be destroyed. The paper counterpart always seemed superfluous, and yet needed to be presented when hiring cars, so few…

Invisible bodywork for cars

Car makers seem preoccupied by the idea of invisible bodywork as a way to make our roads safer. Unfortunately, this doesn’t involve swapping four wheels for two, but rather using cameras and virtual reality software to project a view of the outside world inside the cabin. As cars have become bigger and heavier, the increased size of roof pillars has…

Cat-shaped bicycle light for kids of every age

A cat-shaped bicycle light is the ultimate antidote to bike accessories that take themselves too seriously. In the arms race that has seen bike lights become brighter and feature ever more complex blinking patterns, the Zoonimal Cat Headlight for bicycles is sure to bring a smile to all but the most world weary road user. Longer days make summer an ideal time for…

Europe by motorcycle: Buy. Tour. Sell.

Why go to the expense of hiring a bike for a European motorcycle tour when you can buy for the trip and sell at a profit on your return? The range of hire bikes now on offer from dealers and specialist companies caters to every taste – and the thought of enjoying 1,000 miles on a nearly-new Ducati Panigale or BMW S1000RR on fresh…