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Ring extends its successful ULTRABOOST range

Renowned auto accessory giant, Ring Automotive, has once again exceeded all expectations with its newest product, the ULTRABOOST 2000A (RJS040) jump starter is its most powerful ULTRABOOST yet.

The ULTRABOOST 2000A is capable of jump starting eight litre petrol and four litre diesel engines, making it suitable for the vast majority of the car parc. It also has a Boost button that can energise batteries that are completely dead and comes with long cables, making it a convenient piece of equipment for all.

The ULTRABOOST 2000A is quick and easy to use, taking just 60 seconds to connect and start the engine effectively, meaning drivers can get back on the road that much quicker. It also has a large colour screen that has a battery indicator and colour status so the health of the battery is easy to determine.

The screen also provides clear instructions for the user, such as the green star, which indicates the driver can turn the engine over and a red warning light for reverse polarity protection. There is also an ‘in’ signal which shows the unit is recharging and an ‘out’ signal to show the unit is charging another device by powerbank. Finally, it has an orange coloured ‘low’ to show battery’s power is too low for a jumpstart, so the Boost button should be used.

Helpfully, the ULTRABOOST also has an integrated powerbank, that can charge phones, tablets and even laptops, as well as an LED light when needed.

Marketing Director, Henry Bisson, commented: “The ULTRABOOST is the latest product from Ring that expands on our already popular range of battery care items. While we have jump starters that can be used for a lot of vehicles, this new ULTRABOOST 2000A is our most powerful one yet, but can still fit in a glovebox if needed – making it convenient for all.”

RRP: £139.99

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OSRAM ROADsight Wireless Reversing Camera OWRCS4 Review

The OSRAM ROADsight Wireless Reversing Camera System OWRCS4 is a simple to use camera with a decent sized screen for your vehicle with a simple install process.

You have two wires to deal with one being a live that attaches to your reverse light and an earth but be sure to get your local mechanic to install for you if you are not able to do so yourself.

The main screen just plugs into your existing cigarette lighter port and will automatically connect to the rear camera once powered on is that simple.

This works on 12 and 24v vehicles and has a large 4.3 inch display with good clairty and easy viewing, there is three buttons on the rear of the screen one being the main menu key and two to cycle through the on screen menu which has brightness reverse image and set up,  however it may be possible to hardwire more to it by the looks of it but we are just revewing this on its reverse camera feature.

The main screen can be placed anyhwere in your vehicle and comes with a window suction cup and a dashboard mountm, the rear camera requires more work and has to be fitted but does come with a double sided pad if you want to mount inside your car for example it is IP67 rated so the choice is your we fitted ours over the reg plate beside existing light ports on the boot.

Overall the reverse camera works well and evn in the dark which is good giving you a clear picture of what is behind you keeping you and your vehicle safe from any knocks or bumps the rear camera can also be adjusred to your requirement.

From my usage the time the camera stays on for a short time or went off then came back on and was a hit and miss it may be car related issue however it does offer a great view of what is behind you

 

 

Features

  • Monitor up to two cameras (additional camera sold separately) with compact screen
  • Designed for easy installation, even on long vehicles and trailers, thanks to the 100 m range provided by the wireless cameras
  • Featuring a clear digital display, wide 110° field of view and on-screen parking guides for confident reversing in any environment
  • Compatible with both 12 V and 24 V vehicles making installation in cars, vans, trucks, and SUV’s possible
  • Bright and clear 4.3 inch display

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OSRAM named in Auto Express’s Top Products of Year 2025!

OSRAM’s LEDinspect 3-in-1 inspection light kit (LEDIL417) was launched in 2025 and is the first of its kind in the OSRAM portfolio, and, after also winning IAAF’s Product of the Year award in December, is now a multi award winner!

Included with the product are three attachments for the lamp: a standard torch attachment, a thin inspection lamp attachment; with two hinge positions, which rotate 180° and 230° respectively, and a gooseneck light attachment, that can bend and twist to illuminate hard to see locations across the whole car.

The same handle base is used for each of the three attachments, with each having four lighting modes, high, medium, low and flash. There is a magnet on the handle base for hands free working and the end of the gooseneck light attachment is also magnetic, which is helpful if the user needs to retrieve screws or small objects in hard-to-reach places.

In its Product of the Year issue, Auto Express commented: “Having decent illumination makes all the difference when you’re working on a car, but there are some situations when you’ll need a torch to peer into voids, and others when an inspection lamp is better. Osram’s LEDinspect 3-in-1 incorporates both and also includes a third option with a bendable gooseneck light attachment. This allows you to point the beam at the area you’re working, while using the magnetic base to fix the Osram in place and free up your hands. It’s pricier than having three different lamps from a cheaper brand, but the Osram LEDinspect 3-in-1 is built to last and is easier to manage.”

Marketing Manager for OSRAM, Terri Clark, commented: “We are absolutely thrilled to to be recognised by Auto Express, which reflects the fact that the product has become extremely popular with the public and mechanics alike, so we’re honoured to be included in this.

“We launched this kit less than a year ago and within the past month, it has not only been included in Auto Express’ Product of the Year, but it has also won an IAAF Award for Product of the Year, so with these endorsements, and the time and effort put into its design and function, we’re sure this product will continue to thrive.”

For more information on the full OSRAM range visit: www.osram.co.uk/am

OSRAM reveals new wireless reversing camera system!

Original equipment (OE) manufacturer and renowned automotive specialist, OSRAM, has introduced another reversing camera to its extensive range, the ROADsight 4.3” Wireless Reversing Camera Kit (OWRCS4).

To improve visibility and safety for the driver and pedestrians in the vicinity, OSRAM has launched a new reversing camera OWRCS4, to complement its popular ROADsight 7” Wireless Reverseing Camera Kit (OWRCS7) launched earlier this year.

Being able to have access to a good quality rear camera allows drivers to thoroughly check the area behind them to ensure it’s clear and also show them what space is available when reversing. While a rearview mirror can give drivers a view of what is behind the vehicle, it lacks total visibility, which reversing cameras provide.

The OSRAM wireless reversing cameras, ROADsight REVERSE, can be fitted to 12V and 24V vehicles, including cars, light commercial vehicles, caravans, motorhomes, horse boxes – anything that may require a reversing camera.

The cameras are IP67 rated (dust and waterproof) and suitable for on and off road use. They are easy to install, and have a wireless connection of up to 100 metres in an open environment.

ROADsight 4.3” REVERSE – OWRCS4

The OSRAM ROADsight 4.3” REVERSE wireless camera kit (OWRCS4) has a 4.3 inch digital monitor (as the name suggests) and an adjustable suction cup mount. This product can support two different cameras, and the screen will split in two, so the driver can see both. Similar to the OWRCS7, it has on screen parking guidelines to assist the driver.

ROADsight REVERSE – OWRCS7

The OWRCS7, which is a ROADsight 7” REVERSE wireless camera has a seven inch compact AHD monitor and the ability to view a four way split screen for optional additional cameras. It comes with a wireless 1080p camera and also has night vision, giving drivers the ability to see clearly in dark situations as well as on screen parking guidelines. Further, it comes with an adjustable sunshade for the monitor so the driver can also see the screen clearly.

Both products are available now and include the monitor, camera and the correlating wires needed to install.

For more information visit: www.osram.co.uk/dashcameras

RRP:

  • OWRCS4: £119.00
  • OWRCS7: £169.00

OSRAM ROADsight 1500 Dashcam Review

The OSRAM ROADsight 1500 Dash Camera 1080p is a user-friendly dashcam with no faffing around and a simple plug and play dashcam with a 2 inch colour main screen. With a screen resolution of 1920 x 1080p and a frame rate of 30FPS, you can collect clear and smooth video quality footage and with the 110° field of view captures a broad area, ensuring you don’t miss any important details. You can decide yourself from the footage we took both day and night.

Being small in size it does not take up much window space and is mounted in two minutes with the suction cup and then fix the dashcam to the fitting and set to your needs with the ball joint fixture to get the precise angle as this will differ per vehicle.

The UI is simple to use which we go through in the full video review below with video samples so you can get an idea of what you get with OSRAM ROADsight 1500 dashcam.

The one thing I found poor was the mic on the dashcam not getting great audio in quite and noisey situations as you will hear in the samples below. However the footage is good and is what we want most audio or not turned on as some prefer to leave off.

You also have collision protection so files will auto save and you can also save on the go too you can switch between video and photo mode should you need just to take photos which is not something I would use often as I just let the dashcam run and do its job we have reviewed over 50 at this stage.

Getting your files is simple given there is no app on board here which would have been nice however sometimes they are tedious with connecting but you can plug direct into your pc or mobile phone or remove the sd card like the old fashioned way and get your files again shown in the video below.

Overall it does the job and is simple to use which is what many poeple want these days and everyone should have a dashcam in their vehicles today both front and rear with the scammers out there.

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OSRAM launches dash and reversing cameras!

Original equipment (OE) manufacturer and renowned automotive specialist, OSRAM, has introduced a brand new range to its offering: dash cameras, as well as reversing cameras.

To improve visibility and safety for the driver and pedestrians, OSRAM has launched its range of cameras to the market, both dash and reversing cameras. Cameras in a vehicle are a fantastic way to ensure that visibility is at its maximum and they also record footage that may be needed in the case of an accident.

Dash cameras

For OSRAM’s new dash camera range, the business has launched three new dash cameras to accommodate all needs, which range in price depending on specification. All of the dash cameras have high quality resolution and come with USB-C charging cables to create an easy plug and play system. They all provide clear and high quality footage and automatically save files in the event of a collision.

ROADsight 1500

With a compact two inch screen and adjustable suction cup mount, the ROADsight 1500 is the ideal starter dash camera. It has a 110° field of view, as well as a G sensor and is simple to install and can be used with a Micro SD card up to 32GB capacity.

ROADsight 2500

The ROADsight 2500 also has a two inch screen but has an adhesive fitting, ensuring it has a strong hold on the windscreen. It has a larger field of view at 140°, as well as the G sensor, but also has a parking mode to assist the driver even more. It is also suitable for use with 12V and 24V vehicles. This model can be used with a Micro SD card up to 128GB capacity.

ROADsight 3500

Finally in OSRAM’s dash cam range is the ROADsight 3500, which has a three inch IPS screen and has GPS installed to locate the vehicle and record the speed in the event of a collision. Similar to the 2500, it has a parking mode, is suitable for 12V and 24V vehicles, has an adhesive fitting and a 140° field of view. The 3500 can also support an SD card for up to 128GB. This larger model has a full HD 1296p, 30fps resolution screen.

OSRAM is also offering a package deal, ROADsight 3500R, that includes the 3500 dash camera, but also comes with a rear dash camera too.

Reversing cameras

Being able to have access to a rear camera can reassure drivers about checking the area behind them is clear and also assists them in what space is available when reversing. While a rearview mirror can give drivers a view of what is behind the vehicle, it lacks total visibility, which reversing cameras provide.

The OSRAM wired and wireless reversing cameras, ROADsight REVERSE, can be fitted to 12V and 24V vehicles, including cars, light commercial vehicles, caravans, motorhomes, horse boxes – anything that may require a reversing camera.

The initial range consists of two models, plus additional accessories, both of which are IP67 rated dust and waterproof cameras suitable for on and off road use, which are easy to install, the wireless product has a wireless connection up to 100 metres in an open environment.

ROADsight REVERSE (WIRELESS) – OWRCS7

The OSRAM ROADsight REVERSE wireless camera is a seven inch compact AHD monitor that has the ability to view a four way split screen for optional additional cameras. It comes with a wireless 1080p camera and also has night vision, giving drivers to ability to see clearly in dark situations and has on screen parking guidelines. Further, it comes with an adjustable sunshade for the monitor so the driver can also see the screen clearly.

ROADsight REVERSE (WIRED) – OCS700N

The OSRAM ROADsight REVERSE wired camera is a two channel model, so a second camera can be added, which is ideal for towing another vehicle or trailer. The second camera is sold separately. The compact 7” AHD Monitor has a 1080p screen resolution from the rear camera. On screen parking guidelines are also a feature.

Both products are available now and include the monitor, camera and the correlating wires needed to install. Additional cameras and accessories are also available.

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RRP:

ROADsight 1500: £35
ROADsight 2500: £59.90
ROADsight 3500: £89.90
ROADsight 3500R: £109.90
OWRCS7: £169
OCS700N: £139