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Welcome to the all-new Parkers siteFaster, more engaging and delivering more relevant content. These are the key new features for car buyers, van buyers and company car drivers on the new Parkers website. All the old favourites...27 Sept 2011
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The 10 key cars from Frankfurt 2011There were many big reveals this year and we’ve picked out the 10 key cars from the show. The big focus once again was on cleanliness and efficiency. Even high-performance sports cars got the eco-treatment, with...27 Sept 2011
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A guide to types of vansBeavertail – Also known as dovetail, the beavertail is a popular flat-bed truck used for transporting other vehicles. Box van – A van with a cuboid-shaped load area. Car derived van –...23 Sept 2011
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Glossary of van termsDon’t know your barn doors from your bulkheads? Here’s a guide to van-based terminology. ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) – Stops the brakes locking up under heavy braking, preventing a potentially-disastrous skid....23 Sept 2011
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A guide to van warrantiesBefore you go signing for your new van you’ll need to know the ins and outs of your warranty cover. It’s not just the manufacturer’s warranty you’ll need to know about....23 Sept 2011
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A guide to van insuranceGetting insurance for your van can be an unpleasant experience but help is at hand. It’s all about cutting through the swathe of information. If have an accident or your tools...23 Sept 2011
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VW to launch Caddy special editionThe Caddy van will be 30 next year and VW is launching a special edition as a result. The German firm has sold 1.5 million Caddys since 1982 when it began life as...23 Sept 2011
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VW launches limited edition CamperVolkswagen has added a new limited edition model to its Camper line-up called the Berghaus. Based on the California four-berth camper van it comes as standard with gas cooker, fridge, fresh...23 Sept 2011
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VW Golf: Company car dream?Charging up and down the A1 on regular basis gives you a lot of time to consider the important things in life like what you’re going to have for tea...19 Sept 2011
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Toyota Prius plug-in for 2012 launchToyota will be launching its new petrol/electric plug-in Prius hybrid in 2012 at a price of around £31,000. Although at first glance the Plug-in is rather expensive, official CO2 emissions are 49g/km, which...15 Sept 2011
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Our guide to the Frankfurt Motor ShowWelcome to Parkers’ report from one of the biggest car shows in the world. The 64th Frankfurt IAA was the latest event in a line of German car shows stretching back...15 Sept 2011
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Frankfurt 2011: Top 10 green carsThe Frankfurt Motor Show was packed full of new products as manufacturers compete to produce the eco cars of the future. Hybrid powertrains were the most popular option, with both petrol/electric and...15 Sept 2011