but for the average car a trolley jack with a two-tonne SWL (safe working load) will be fine. If your particular model sits closer to the ground, make sure the jack is a low-entry version.

As the price suggests, Sealey’s Yankee jack is a step up over rivals here. But it’s worth a look if you do a lot of work on cars as it’s a dream to use – the release and pumping are all ...