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  What to choose: petrol or diesel?
  Diesel-powered vehicles once ruled the road, offering low CO2 emissions, impressive mileage, and tax incentives. But times have changed, and both fuels are no longer the flavour of the month....
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  Government commits £500m to pothole repairs
  Potholes are a huge problem in the UK, but there’s good news from the 2024 Autumn Budget. The Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed an additional £500 million to help tackle the...
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  Essential car care: how to check your car's oil
  To keep your vehicle running smoothly, it’s best to conduct an oil check monthly. Surprisingly, many UK motorists skip this important step, with one in five neglecting it according to...
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  MIOFIVE S1 Ultra Review
  A reliable dashcam, like the MIOFIVE S1 Ultra, can be very useful as it acts as another pair of eyes on the road, and during a road traffic collision it...
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  How to demist your car windscreen
  One of the biggest annoyances of parking outside during winter is having to demist car windows every morning. Fighting ice and condensation adds time you just don’t have to a drive already...
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  Winter car check: a 'how to' guide
  It’s easy to take for granted that modern cars will keep running smoothly during the winter months. But cold, wet weather and dirty, salty roads can take their toll on...
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  The top 20 best Amazon Prime Day Automotive deals 2024: Save up to £100
  This year’s Amazon Prime Big Deal Days has finished. There were some great deals to be found, and we will continue to search for the best bargains we can find...
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  How to drive through floodwater: what you need to know
  When heavy rain hits the UK it’s far more than just an inconvenience, especially for those facing flooded country roads or waterlogged streets. Even the best 4x4s can find themselves...
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  The Parkers guide to home EV charging
  Navigating the world of electric vehicles can feel daunting and, frankly, confusing for prospective buyers who haven’t yet ventured into the electric market. With over one million plug-in cars now...
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  How to change your car oil filter at home: A complete guide created by experts
  The thought of tackling mechanical maintenance at home can feel overwhelming for many car owners. Most of us would prefer leaving an oil filter change to an expert, avoiding the...
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  How to clean spilt oil: tips to keep your garage and driveway spotless
  If you park your car in a garage for long enough, there’s a good chance you’ll end up with an oil spill. Oil spills can occur for a number of reasons...
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  Flat tyre? Here’s how to change a car wheel in minutes
  Having to change a tyre due to a puncture is never less than inconvenient and frustrating, especially days when you’re in a rush. Knowing how to change a car wheel...
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  UK car seat laws explained: is your child safe and legal?
  Child or baby seats aren’t just a luxury for parents to keep their backseat riders comfortable – they’re a legal requirement according to car seat laws. Until a child is...
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  Shark Stratos Cordless Vacuum IZ400UK Review
  For cleaning out dust and dirt fillings, the Shark Stratos cordless vacuum cleaner (IZ400UK) is flexible in design and capability and makes vacuuming carpets and boot linings a brief job....
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  Car Cleaning 101: the ultimate guide
  There’s no wrong time to give your car a proper clean. Regular upkeep is essential for keeping your vehicle in great shape, both inside and out. It’s not just about...
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  Bosch AdvancedImpactDrive 18 review: light makes light work
  For a great sense of approachability and top-drawer build quality, I was impressed with the 18V Bosch AdvancedImpactDrive 18. It’s both lightweight and capable of tacking jobs, which would normally...
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  From blown to brand new: how to replace your car's fuse
  When an item of electrical equipment in a car such as the wipers stops working, the first thing to check is whether the fuse has blown. If that’s the case,...
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  Mandatory speed limiters: how they work and what they mean for drivers
  From 7 July 2024, all new cars sold in the UK will be fitted with a speed limiter designed to prevent drivers exceeding the posted limit on any given stretch...
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  Car respray costs: how much will it set you back?
  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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  Bristol ULEZ: everything you need to know
  A Clean Air Zone (CAZ) – similar to an Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) – has been imposed in Bristol’s city centre since November 2022. The scheme was set up...

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  The best jump starters tested by Parkers 2024
  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 spot cleaner for cars 2024
  Keeping your car’s interior clean is much easier than it used to be, thanks to massive developments in vacuum cleaner technology. Previously, it was a case of choosing between a...
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  Car respray costs: how much will it set you back?
  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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  How to demist your car windscreen
  One of the biggest annoyances of parking outside during winter is having to demist car windows every morning. Fighting ice and condensation adds time you just don’t have to a drive already...
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  Best car cleaning products tested by Parkers 2024
  When it comes to car cleaning products, there are a few schools of thought. There are those who go through the local garage brush wash just after filling up with...
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  The best car battery chargers
  Getting your hands on the best car battery charger is the best way to ensure a car battery will be full of electrical juice when needed, but it’s worth understanding...
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  The best cordless pressure washers UK
  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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  How to drive through floodwater: what you need to know
  When heavy rain hits the UK it’s far more than just an inconvenience, especially for those facing flooded country roads or waterlogged streets. Even the best 4x4s can find themselves...
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  The best spot cleaners for cars 2024
  Portable carpet cleaners (also known as spot cleaners) are similar to vacuum cleaners but are specifically designed for spot-cleaning a range of fabric surfaces, including car carpets and fabric seats. They’re...
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  We tested the best car shampoo for pristine paintwork: 10 car shampoos tried and tested 2024
  The bulk of car cleaning will involve car shampoo, so it really is important to pick the best car example possible. A good car shampoo does more than simply remove...
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  The best alloy wheel cleaners tried and tested 2024
  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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  The best Faraday boxes for car keys 2024
  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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  The best black trim restorers tested 2024
  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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  Government commits £500m to pothole repairs
  Potholes are a huge problem in the UK, but there’s good news from the 2024 Autumn Budget. The Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed an additional £500 million to help tackle the...
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  We've been testing the best wet and dry vacuum cleaners 2024
  What slot do wet and dry vacuum cleaners fit into your life? A good car vacuum cleaner is an essential in any home. But it’s only so useful when you...
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  UK Towing Capacity Guide: What can your car tow?
  Towing massively increases your car’s ability to carry stuff, from garden waste to a caravan, to a horsebox, to another car. But it’s vitally important that you tow legally and...
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  Is undertaking an offence? Our guide spells out the do's and don'ts of overtaking on the left
  You’re cruising along at a steady pace when the traffic in the right lane suddenly slows down, leaving you wondering if undertaking is illegal. While some common driving advice suggests...
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  The best deals of the week: be quick with these Prime Day deals
  Saving cash on all things automotive couldn’t be easier than with the Parkers guide to the best deals. Each week, our team of product experts will be finding the very...
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  The best dehumidifiers for cars 2024
  Dehumidifiers in cars is an odd one, but important as well as the other essential winter products. Keeping the air dry in your car is essential so it does not...
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  The best headlight restoration kits to make your headlights gleam again
  Headlight restoration kits can be a cost-effective, useful way to restore life into your headlights without the expense of replacing them. It’s a bit like polishing your paint, only with...