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The best in-car phone streaming devices 2024There was a time when in-car entertainment systems consisted of nothing more than a radio and CD player. Today, with so many different apps and sources and with so much...
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How to Remove Mould from a Car: Expert Tips and Step-by-Step GuideMould is pretty much a worst-case scenario for a car interior, short of a fire or flood that writes off the whole car. Since it’s a living fungus it can...
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The legal lowdown on 3D and 4D number plates: what drivers need to knowWhen you cover many miles on motorways, urban and country roads, you can’t help but notice unusual registration plates. Whether it’s a cheeky personalised plate, or a grubby new green...
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Top money-saving tips – our insider tips to help you save thousands on your next carBuying a new car involves so many decisions, the most difficult being which car is best for your budget. However once you’ve decided on a make and model you still...
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Why your minimum tyre tread depth is important – and why bald tyres are lethalIf you were to brake from 70mph to a stop with tyres at the legal minimum tread depth, it could take 25 metres – six car lengths – longer to...
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Driving in Spain: everything you need to knowIf you’re planning on driving in Spain or any European country you shouldn’t just assume everything is the same as it is at home. Okay, the rules aren’t that different...
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Parkers' guide to camping: cars, campers, pets, kids and kitBritish summer holidays wouldn’t be the same without camping, whether you’re a fan or not. It fell out of favour somewhat in the modern era, but the 2020 pandemic saw...
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What to check when you've not used your car for a whileIf your car has not been used for a while but you’re planning to revive it there are a handful of checks you should do before setting off on that...
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How much are your car running costs? We explain the numbers and offer some money-saving tipsOne of the most important things to think about when you’re buying a car, whether it’s new or used, is how much it will cost you beyond the simple asking...
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London ULEZ: everything you need to knowThe London ULEZ – ultra-low emissions zone – imposes a charge if £12.50 per day on drivers of non-compliant cars and other vehicles. Having initially been confined within the North...
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Bosch EasyAquatak 120 review: small yet mighty pressureIt isn’t the most expensive, nor the most advanced, or even the best built, but the Bosch EasyAquatak 120 pressure washer is a perfect all-rounder if you’re getting started in...
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Carly launches free used car check: overview and Parkers' impressionsCarly, a firm specialising in app-based car diagnostics, has launched its new, completely free Carly Used Car Check, a tool for checking the full history of any car using its...
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How we test productsHere in the ownership section of Parkers, we understand firsthand that purchases don’t stop once you buy a car. From the essentials of washer fluid and headlight bulbs to dash...
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UK towing laws: everything you need to know to stay legalWhether you’re new to towing or an experienced hand, you need to make sure you stay on the right side of UK towing laws whenever you hitch up to one...
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How to reduce car running costs and save moneyWe’ve covered the realities of car running costs elsewhere and now it’s time to take a look at some of the most effective ways of reducing them. It’s a particularly...
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The Nilfisk Excellent 170 is the best pressure washer we've tested for snow foaming a carIt takes a lot of faith to include a word of high praise in a product name, so the Nilfisk Excellent 170 pressure washer really must be outstanding. Nilfisk is...
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How to appeal a speeding fineMost drivers are guilty of creeping over the speed limit from time-to-time. Some are more frequent law breakers. With the increase of fixed speed cameras, monitoring more dangerous stretches of...
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Stay safe with the best car fire extinguishers 2024You may have opened this article thinking, “why would we need car fire extinguishers?” And you’d be forgiven for thinking it’s a bit overkill for whatever trips you do and...
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The best portable power stations 2024When you’re on a long trip or on holiday, portable power stations in your car or campervan can be a fabulous accessory. Simply put: they provide enough power to charge...
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Discover ways to save money on your car as a driverCar ownership costs continue to rise in 2024, with no indication of slowing. Interest rates are up, insurance premiums are sky-high, and fuel prices are rapidly increasing leaving motorists feeling...
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Worx Cordless Compact Vacuum Cleaner tried & tested by car cleaning pros 2024True to form with the previous models from the brand we’ve tested, the Worx Cordless Compact Wet/Dry Vacuum Cleaner gracefully earned its way into our top picks for car vacuum...
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OOONO radar detectors: everything you need to knowYou may or may not have heard of OOONO, but it’s a relatively niche firm specialising in radar detection equipment. The most notable products are the circular-shaped warning devices from...
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Must have car features for your comfort and convenience in 2024Choosing which car features you want fitted is one of the most funs parts of ordering a new car. Customising it to make it exactly how you want it, personal...
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Kärcher K2 Pressure washer review: small, simple and solidIf you’re in the market for a new pressure washer, you’ll invariably research plenty of models and probably come across the Kärcher K2 in some capacity. The entry-level pressure washer...
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The best black trim restorers tested 2024Black plastic trim is present on pretty much every car made in the last 35 years, but it does benefit from some care and protection from black trim restorers. From...
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What to check when you've not used your car for a whileIf your car has not been used for a while but you’re planning to revive it there are a handful of checks you should do before setting off on that...
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The legal lowdown on 3D and 4D number plates: what drivers need to knowWhen you cover many miles on motorways, urban and country roads, you can’t help but notice unusual registration plates. Whether it’s a cheeky personalised plate, or a grubby new green...
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How much does it cost to respray a car?Using some of the best car polish can make a dramatic difference to the look of a car, but sometimes more in-depth correction is needed, like respraying it. It’s a...
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Car audio hacks: how to stream music from your phonePlaying music in your car used to be so limited, didn’t it? If you didn’t like what was on the (FM) radio, you’d either have to look through a bulging...
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The best aftermarket parking sensors you can trust 2024You might think aftermarket parking sensors could be a bit of an unusual car upgrade at first, a bit like aftermarket reversing cameras, and you’d be right. Across the internet,...
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Everything you need to know about changing a car’s registered keeper: brought to you by our expertsWhen you pass the custody of a car from one person to another, you must inform the DVLA that it has a new registered keeper. In the UK, the registered...
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The best deals of the week: happy camping with these dealsSaving cash on all things automotive couldn’t be easier than with the Parkers guide to the best deals. Each week, our team of product experts will be finding the very...
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UK Towing Capacity Guide: What can your car tow?Towing massively increases your car’s ability to carry stuff, from garden waste to a caravan, to a horsebox, to another car. But it’s vitally important that you tow legally and...
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The best alloy wheel cleaners tried and tested 2024If you’re at all serious about keeping your car clean and you enjoy the surprisingly therapeutic process of removing grime, the best alloy wheel cleaners will keep your pride and...
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How to remove small dents from your carIf you are thinking about bringing your pride and joy up to cosmetic scratch, you might be wondering about how to remove small dents from your car. Fortunately, if you...
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The Best MagSafe car mount for wireless phone chargingMagSafe car mount technology was developed by Apple and launched in the iPhone 12 series and then in all of the subsequent generations of iPhones that followed. It’s a...
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Here's everything you need to know about driving through (and across) the Dartford CrossingThe Dartford Crossing has connected the counties of Kent and Essex since the early 1960s – and it’s a crucial part of the M25 road infrastructure. It’s a charged crossing,...
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Bosch EasyAquatak 120 review: small yet mighty pressureIt isn’t the most expensive, nor the most advanced, or even the best built, but the Bosch EasyAquatak 120 pressure washer is a perfect all-rounder if you’re getting started in...
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We tested the best car shampoo for pristine paintwork: 10 car shampoos tried and tested 2024The bulk of car cleaning will involve car shampoo, so it really is important to pick the best car example possible. A good car shampoo does more than simply remove...
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The best ceramic coating for cars 2024It’s time to unravel the pros and cons and explain the intriguing world of of ceramic coating products for protecting your car. This form of automotive paint protection is shrouded...
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The best cordless pressure washers UKWe all love how powerful and convenient pressure washers are, but there are times when a cordless pressure washer will become very useful. The spring and summer seasons of the...
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The best underseal to protect your car from rustBelieve it or not, but treating your car to the best underseal is one of the best things you can do to ensure its safety. Keeping a car shiny from...
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The best smart battery charger for a healthy car batteryTo maintain the health and charge of your car’s battery, you should consider one of the best smart battery chargers available. These are the cream of the crop in the...
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The best roof bags for Prime Day 2024: the space-saving alternative to the roof boxWhen you picture car roof bags, you might either imagine a chic old classic car with suitcases strapped to a roof rack or the modern alternative consisting of a heavy-duty...
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Parkers expert car advice
Car ownership can be a worry for many drivers. Parkers is here to make your life easier – by answering common questions and guiding you to make the best decisions, whether you're buying a car, selling or trying to work out your tax bill.
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