Millions of people would have to double their incomes to escape financial hardship, says anti-poverty charity Joseph Rowntree Foundation in a new report published today. I can't for the life of me think why electric tyre pumps designed for pumping up vehicle tyres would almost all be 12V.

The advantages of using a 240v electric tyre pump include the ability to quickly inflate tires to the correct pressure, which can lead to improved fuel efficiency, reduced tire wear, and enhanced safety on the road. National Tyre Service Ltd Registered Office: Icknield Street Drive, Washford West, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 0DE United Kingdom. We thought we might bench test it to check working, by attaching it to our power bank but immediately on switching the compressor on, the power switch on it jumped off. Halfords Autocentres Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 755309) and acts as a credit intermediary and not a lender, offering credit products provided by a limited number of finance providers, including Klarna Bank AB (publ)]. I'm told the advanced step is small aluminium propane bottle converted into an airtank, which you can charge up in the garage and take out to the front drive.

There is also a pair of latex gloves, a spare fuse, four dust caps and three adaptors, with everything housed in a strong zip-up case. The inflator lacks a light and deflator button plus, irritatingly, a target facility, but it performed speedily on both tyres (joint best on the space-saver).

And the pressure gauge can be difficult to read since, because it goes up to 250psi, that crucial 0 to 60psi zone is crammed into the first quarter of the dial. Halfords sell Michelin one and Sport Direct sell Sondico one (supposedly for inflating footballs) but the spec doesn't give max pressure.Overall, the FORTEM car tyre inflator is an excellent all-round option that offers great value for money. While messing about with some valve extenders I ended up with a flat tyre, it got a 225/75/16 tyre on the Motorhome from completely flat up to 49 psi before the battery died.

It’s even faster if powered from the mains with the cable provided, and the sensitive digital gauge and rotary control make it easy to use. Compared to the RTC1000 that we rated as the best, this model also acts as a power bank with a USB socket for recharging devices such as smartphones or tablets on the go.All of our recommendations within our roundup cater for every budget and include a variety of clever features such as lights, automatic switch-off, digital displays and much more. The construction materials of a 240v air compressor significantly affect its durability and performance. The 240v tyre pump is an essential tool for maintaining optimal tire pressure, ensuring safety, and improving vehicle performance. From handy camping stoves for whipping up fresh meals on the go to windbreakers for much needed privacy, you’ll be sorted for your next adventure. Lightweight, handheld air compressor, ideal for inflating tyres and general inflatables up to a maximum pressure of 150psi with 20l/min flow rate.