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  How to play music from my phone in my car: Best methods for any vehicle
  As someone who’s spent far too much of my life driving and listening to music, podcasts and audiobooks, I’ve tried just about every method of playing music from my phone...
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  The best radar detectors for cars 2025: a motoring expert's choices
  Radar detectors can be useful in everyday life. For one thing, nobody wants to be fined for speeding, but even the most conscientious driver can let their concentration slip and...
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  The best glass squeegees for a clear windscreen
  Glass squeegees are useful for clearing away any imperfections on your car’s windows. Of course, your windscreen has a set of wipers but sometimes it can be a little difficult...
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  The best carpet brush for cleaning your car
  There comes a time when simply vacuuming your car’s interior isn’t enough, and you need to employ not only an interior or upholstery cleaner but also a car carpet brush...
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  The best screenwash for better visibility on the road
  Screenwash is not the most glamorous accessory to buy for a car, but drive your car without it, and you’ll soon notice its absence. As you travel, dirt and muck...
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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...
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  The best wireless car chargers
  The modern marvel of wireless phone charging can now easily be introduced into your car easily and safely with the a wireless car charger. Smartphones are an essential part of...
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  The best car buffers to polish a car's paint
  Care of bodywork and paint protection might seem like a lot of work, but the results and satisfaction can make it well worth it. Like angle grinders or planers, car...
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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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  The best dog ramps for cars
  The modern phenomenon that is the rise of SUVs coincides with the rise in popularity of dog ramps for cars. A higher ride height than a traditional estate or saloon...
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  The best car air freshener
  As well as using car interior cleaning products, car air fresheners are needed sometimes. There’s nothing worse than sitting in your car one day only to find a deeply horrid...
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  Be ready for winter snow with our favourite snow shovels
  Choosing the best snow shovels for your car is not like choosing the shovel you’d keep in your shed. Predictably, they are much smaller and lighter, ready for you to...
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  The best USB to USB-C adapters for cars 2024
  Why would you need USB to USB-C adapters? USB chargers are a ubiquitous feature of modern life, especially in the world of in-car entertainment. It’s a safe bet that your...
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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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  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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  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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  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 roof racks for your car
  Roof racks seem a little bit obscure at first if you’ve never needed to carry large loads. But if and when your family grows and realise you need more space...
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  UK speed limits explained: what are the legal limits and why?
  Speed limits are one of the most basic rules of the road, but they’re not always as simple as they seem. With different limits for different roads, changes to urban...
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  The best car cooler boxes for the perfect summer road trip 2024
  Those summer road trips are always a joy. With no deadline to reach your destination (if you even have one), you can take the time to enjoy the drive accompanied...