Car advice

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  MoT checklist: What to do before your annual test
  Worried your car might fail its MoT test? You’re not alone. Around one in three vehicles fails the test at the first attempt – often for reasons that are quick...
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  Amazon Spring Sale 2025: Last deals on tech, vacuum cleaners and automotive gadgets
  2025’s Amazon Spring Deal Days sale officially ended on Monday 31 March for another year, and will return in Spring 2026. However, it isn’t too late to take advantage of...
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  Get set up right: everything you need to know about installing a dash cam
  A dash cam is only useful if it’s properly installed — but dealing with messy cables and occupied USB ports can be a hassle. The solution? Hardwiring. This keeps your...
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  Parkers' advice for older drivers: staying sharp and keeping safe
  We all slow down as we get older. Reactions, eyesight and general mental acuity can become less sharp, we can become less physically able, health conditions can crop up, and...
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  How to drive on UK motorways: the essential guide from Parkers' experts
  Driving on motorways can appear really intimidating. There are so many lanes, so many junctions, so much traffic, so many rules to follow. The latter in particular can trip you...
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  Young drivers' survival guide: essential advice from Parkers' experts
  Passing your driving test is a big milestone in life but, in many ways, it’s just the first stage of learning how to drive. You’re probably aware that all you’ve...
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  How to be safe driving in snow: the advice you need from Parkers' experts
  We don’t get snow very often in the UK so, on the odd day we do, roads in the affected areas usually grind to a halt. That’s because too many...
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  How to get the most value when you sell a car: the simple ways to get more cash for your car
  If the time has come to sell your car, there are a couple of simple steps you can take to ensure you get the most money possible. After all, a...
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  Dartford crossing charge: How to pay and avoid fines
  The Dartford Crossing toll is a vital connecting road linking Essex and Kent that’s been in place since the 1960s. For most drivers, it’s a necessary and unpleasant addition to...
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  Car respray costs and benefits: Is it worth the expense?
  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. Respraying a...
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  Help and advice when you have been in a car accident
  Being in a car accident is stressful, whether it’s a minor bump or something more serious. In the heat of the moment, it can be hard to know exactly what...
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  Category S and N cars: what it means and should you buy one?
  You’re searching through the classified ads, and you come across a car you like. But in the listing, it states the car is ‘Cat S’ or ‘Cat N’. What does...
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  What does Cat C and Cat D mean on cars?
  If you find yourself searching the used car classifieds, and come across the term Cat C and Cat D cars, you might wonder what it means. In short, these cars...
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  How to remove small dents from your car
  You know how it is – you come back from a day’s shopping only to see you car’s received an annoying fresh prang. Obviously, there’s no note under your wiper,...
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  How to change the registered keeper of a car – a step-by-step guide
  When you pass custody of a car from one person to another, it’s vital that you inform the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) that is has a new registered...
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  Car buyer’s rights explained: what you’re legally entitled to
  Buying a car — whether new or used — is a big investment, so it’s important to know your rights if something goes wrong. Can you return a faulty used...
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  6 top tips for staying safe while driving in heavy rain
  The UK is a famously rainy place, but really heavy downpours are seemingly becoming a more regular occurrence. Get caught in one while you’re out on the road and it...
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  What to do - and not do - when driving near cyclists
  It’s often not entirely clear what the best course of action is when you need to pass a cyclist on the road. Especially when the road is narrow or busy,...
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  How to drive in fog: all the advice you need to stay safe
  Driving in fog has the potential to be one of the most dangerous things you do on the road. That’s because of the reduced visibility – in really thick fog...
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  Eyesight requirement for driving - what you need to know
  Can you read a number plate from 20 metres away? If not, you might have a problem. Good eyesight is essential for safe driving, but what are the actual legal...

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  The best cordless pressure washers tried and tested for 2025
  We 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 jump starters tested by Parkers 2025
  The beefiest of battery chargers, car jump starters can sit ready to inject a brief but powerful jolt of electricity into a dead battery to get an engine running again....
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  The best black trim restorers tested 2025
  Black 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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  The best car vacuum cleaners tested by experts 2025
  Keeping your car’s interior clean is much easier than it used to be, thanks to massive developments in car vacuum cleaner technology. Previously, it was a case of choosing between...
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  The best car wax tested by Parkers 2025: keep your vehicle sparkling clean
  If you want to give your car’s paint an extra protective coat, you need car wax. This hardy substance differs from your regular car cleaning products as it adds a...
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  The best tyre inflator compressors tested by Parkers 2025
  Why are tyre inflator compressors so important? Your tyres are the only part of a car that comes into contact with the road, so it’s vitally important to keep the rings...
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  The Best MagSafe car mounts tested by Parkers 2025
  MagSafe 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 form...
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  We investigated the best car shampoo for pristine paintwork: tried and tested by Parkers 2025
  The bulk of car cleaning will involve car shampoo, so it really is important to pick the best product possible. A good car shampoo does more than simply remove grit...
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  Best dashcams you can buy in 2025 for all budgets brought to you by our experts
  In real life, road incidents don’t come with dramatic music or slow-motion build-ups—they happen in an instant, without warning. One moment, you’re cruising along, and the next, chaos. In the...
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  The best ceramic coating for cars 2025
  It’s time to unravel the pros and cons and explain the intriguing world of ceramic coating products for protecting your car. This form of automotive paint protection is shrouded in...
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  The best alloy wheel cleaners tried and tested 2025
  If 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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  Car respray costs and benefits: Is it worth the expense?
  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. Respraying a...
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  The best budget pressure washers tested by our experts 2025
  If you’re looking for a decent pressure washer but don’t want to spend a fortune, the best budget pressure washers will make car care and other cleaning tasks a doddle....
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  The best reversing cameras that will fit onto your car 2025
  You might think that adding aftermarket reversing cameras is a bit odd in terms of car upgrades – certainly in comparison to the more popular dash cam setups. Many cars...
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  The secret weapon against grime: the best pre-wash for cars tested 2025
  Washing your car involves tackling the grime with a quality selection of cleaning products, one of which should be the best pre-wash. This miracle chemical is designed to tackle the...
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  We've been testing the best wet and dry vacuum cleaners 2025
  Where do wet and dry vacuum cleaners fit into your life? A good car vacuum cleaner is essential in any home, but it’s only so useful when you turn to...
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  The best smart battery charger for a healthy car battery
  To 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 handheld vacuum cleaners tested 2025
  Small in size and able to deal with dust any time you want, the best handheld vacuum cleaners will prove invaluable if you like crumb-free upholstery. You wouldn’t think twice...
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  The best Faraday boxes for car keys 2025
  What are Faraday boxes all about? That’s a good question. It does sound like the kind of thing HG Wells might have used to get his time machine going, but...
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  A crystal-clear winner: the best car glass cleaner tried and tested 2025
  During car cleaning and detailing sessions, the right glass cleaner can sometimes be overlooked. Glass is great for visibility, but any grease or grime will be incredibly noticeable as it...