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  Slumit GOBI 3 tent review: FlashFrame concept tested
  Parkers is about cars and vans, so why has a tent snaked through the editor’s fingers to take its place on the front end of the Parkers website? British company...
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  The best wing protectors to use during car repairs
  For the classic car owners and serious car tinkerers out there, protecting the front wings of your car while undertaking repairs is quite important, and thus a cover for them...
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  The best wheel nut wrenches for wheel maintenance
  Also known as wheel lug wrenches, wheel nut wrenches are one of the best tools to have if you’re a car owner. Wheel nut wrenches are compact tools that are...
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  The best dog barriers for your car
  Travelling safely with your dog in the car is imperative to avoid a hefty £5,000 fine – the Highway Code states in Rule 57 that if your dog isn’t properly...
• The best eCargo bikes out there today
  As the demand to reduce carbon emissions and the number of miles we do by car increases, so does the rise in bicycle purchases. We’re seeing more and more people...
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  The best seat belts for dogs
  For dog owners, it’s not just about walkies – trips in the car are sometimes essential. These trips get you to the vets, the perfect secluded walking spot or your...
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  Autoglym UHD Shampoo: Quick review
  Autoglym has a reputation for making excellent car care products. It’s also one of the most conservative with little in the way of shouty advertising or exotic frivolities. Even the...
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  The best car maintenance books for easy tinkering
  While we do live in a golden age of information, not all of it’s accurate. Take car care as a prime example, there are forums teeming with advice on easy...
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  The best 360 car seats
  Without a doubt, 360 car seats offer the best access to your child in the seat. Basically, you can turn them towards the car door to lower your child into...
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  The best bladeless fans for your home, garage and camper van
  While it’s common in the warmer parts of the US, most homes here in the UK do without air conditioning. Air con is a common feature in most cars but...
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  The best booster seat for your child
  There are two kinds of booster seats: the more traditional seats your child sits on and you buckle them in and the high-backed option. Whatever you choose, it’s important to...
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  What are synthetic fuels?
  A lot of car manufacturers are championing the electric car as the future of motoring. EVs don’t rely on fossil fuels to move around, which means they have the potential...
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  The best Joie car seats
  Where do the best Joie car seats fit? There’s a vast selection of car seats on the market. Your child’s age and height is the biggest factor in deciding which...
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  The best ISOFIX car seats
  Ensuring your child’s car seat is correctly installed in your car should be child’s play. Thanks to the introduction of ISOFIX some years ago, getting the best ISOFIX car seats...
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  The best garage fans
  As working environments, garages can be pretty uncomfortable. Poor ventilation, insulation and a lack of windows leave them especially susceptible to weather changes – stifling or freezing depending on the...
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  How to drive for fuel economy and save money on fuel
  With persistently high fuel prices, you may well be considering ways to reduce your car running costs. It may seem like the obvious answer is to get yourself a more...
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  The best s'mores kits for camping
  After a long twilight around a campfire, there is no better confectionery to follow up your slightly cold, mess-tin evening meal than a toasted marshmallow. To break whipped gelatin with...
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  The best car essentials to keep in your boot
  We all take precautions when driving on the road – mirror, signal, manoeuvre, etc – but often overlook safety measures in the case of prematurely stopping. Whether it be due...
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  The best in-car organisers for keeping a car tidy
  Why should you consider some in-car organisers for your travels? Keeping your car in check can be tough. It might start with a plastic bottle here or a sweet wrapper...
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  The best heat guns for use around the home and garage
  A quick, concentrated blast of heat is an excellent addition to several car maintenance projects, and there’s no better way to get some hot air on demand than with a...