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  Car detailing: everything you need to know
  Keeping your car clean and spotless is a tough task. As most cars are parked outdoors, the weather is likely to cover them in dirt, as much as driving them...
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  How to change a cabin filter
  A car’s cabin filter is what keeps the air coming into your car fresh and clean. It does what it says on the tin and filters the air coming into...
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  Top money-saving tips – our insider tips to help you save thousands on your next car
  Buying 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 lethal
  Six car lengths. More specifically, 25 metres. That’s the difference in stopping distance from 70mph between a car fitted with brand-new tyres, and one with tyres worn down to the...
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  Driving in Spain: everything you need to know
  If 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 kit
  British 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 while
  If 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 tips
  One 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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  Bosch EasyAquatak 120 review: small yet mighty pressure
  It 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' impressions
  Carly, 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 products
  Here 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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  How to reduce car running costs and save money
  We’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 car
  It 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 fine
  Most 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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  Worx Cordless Compact Vacuum Cleaner tried & tested by car cleaning pros 2025
  True 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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  Must have car features for your comfort and convenience in 2024
  Choosing 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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  Disklok Gold Security Edition review: the gold standard in car security
  With high-tech car thefts on the rise, a low-tech car security measure is seeing a huge resurgence. Steering wheel locks add an extra layer of protection to a car, immobilising...
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  How to spot a clocked car
  There are lots of things to look out for when buying a used car and among the most important is ‘clocking.’ A clocked car has had its dashboard mileage readout...
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  The best car fridge for cooled beverages on the go
  As summer days approach and our thoughts turn to the appeal of venturing out on road or camping trips, it is definitely worth considering investing in a car fridge. These...
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  The best air con cleaners for cars tried and tested by experts 2025
  It isn’t immediately obvious to most people by adding air con cleaners to your car interior cleaning job list – but they are very useful for keeping your vehicle hygienic....