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Cyclists of old used to stuff a newspaper down the front of their jerseys to keep out the cold, but luckily for us, modern fabrics are lighter and more breathable than a copy of yesterday's Guardian. With winter weather finally here, we want to help you keep toasty on your bike with this collection of merino wool clothing. Merino wool feels...

In the interests of saving money - not to mention the world - we need to view cars as we do toasters; useful tools as opposed to a lifestyle choice. The Citroen Ami aims to do just that and if you were being unkind, you might say it's styled like a kitchen appliance - so perhaps it's done half the job already. The main challenge the little...

Brompton managing director, William Butler-Adams believes the current economic downturn offers his company an opportunity for growth. Speaking on Radio 4 last week, Butler-Adams explained how the financial crash of 2008 resulted in an increase in everyday cycling that boosted sales of the ubiquitous folder. The famous small-wheeled folding...

France has introduced generous subsidies to boost cycling and help counter the cost of living crisis. The grants are weighted towards utility e-bikes and folk who need the most help. The so-called 'ecological bonus' ranges from €300 for those whose taxable income is less than €13,489 to a maximum of €400 for those who earn less than €6,300....

The family-friendly Tern GSD is the cargo bike on everyone's lips - not least because it's enabling some to cut household running costs by ditching their car, but at over £5,000, it remains too much of a financial stretch for many. Snapping at the heels of the GSD this autumn is Decathlon's new e-cargo bike. Boasting many of the same...

Far be it from us to impugn our competitors - we just wish some of them were more upfront about the cycle insurance they sell. For example, some providers boast about replacing stolen bicycles on a new-for-old basis, but read the small print and you soon discover the promise falls short - if your bike is a few years old when stolen, you...

Cycle commuting at this time of year means running the gauntlet of bad drivers, slippery roads and dark evenings so it pays to be well equipped. As well as the basics like mudguards and a good set of lights, a loud bike horn can be invaluable. The Air Zound bike horn might not make anywhere as much noise as our own Guinness World...

Pedestrians trying to negotiate city streets get so little respect from motorists that many may welcome a new design of portable air horn that can blast an ear-splitting 150dB warning to inattentive drivers. No more worrying that drivers haven't noticed you're crossing a side street - the horn produces a sound claimed to be as loud as a jet...

An estimated 300,000 people in the UK rely on a mobility scooter to lead an independent life, but are they all they could be? We know for instance that many people would like to carry a passenger, but for some unknown reason tandem seat mobility scooters remain illegal in this country. Likewise, manufacturers seem unwilling to provide...

Bicycle thieves don't like an audience - even if the eyes staring at them aren't real. Research by Newcastle University found cycle theft can be significantly reduced by placing large photos of eyes above bike racks. The two-year experiment on campus grounds resulted in a reduction in theft of 62%. In areas of the university grounds without...