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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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  How to keep safe in a car breakdown: all the advice from Parkers' experts
  There’s never a good time to experience a car breakdown, least of all when you’re actually driving along. It’s nothing but hassle and disruption, and potentially quite a dangerous situation...
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  Car valuations: how and why they can save you money
  When buying a car you don’t want to overpay, and when selling, you want to get a fair price so you don’t end up making a loss. To help you...
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  How to stay safe driving in low sun
  Sunrise and sunset may be beautiful times of day but they’re among the most dangerous to be driving because the sun is low in the sky and can be incredibly...
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  What to do - and not do - driving near horses
  It’s often not clear how you should approach driving near horses, and to get past them in a way that keeps both you and the riders safe. How big a...
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  Driving while tired: what the dangers are and how to deal with them
  We all know the feeling. Driving along, your head starts to feel fuzzy, you yawn, your eye lids get heavy – you’re starting to get tired. That’s usually no more...
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  The 12 essential steps to dealing with a car salesperson - don't buy a car until you read this
  Buying a new or used car has changed a lot since the old days of wondering around dealerships, Parkers Car Price Guide nestled firmly in hand as your trusty financial...
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  DVLA Penalty points explained: what do they really mean for you?
  When we think of points, we often associate them with rewards or achievements. However, in the world of driving, accumulating points is far from a win — it’s usually a...
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  Unpaid ULEZ fines balloon to £438m in less than two years
  The London ULEZ – ultra-low emissions zone – imposes a charge if £12.50 per day on drivers of non-compliant cars and other vehicles. It’s an essential tool for generating money...
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  Essential winter driving advice: how to stay safe on UK roads
  British winters are notoriously unpredictable and that can make driving a real challenge. Snow can turn roads into toboggan runs in a matter of minutes, black ice can turn them...
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  We Brits love our pets, and as pet ownership continues to soar, choosing a good pet car seat to keep our best friends safe and comfortable is becoming ever more...
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  How to test drive a car and find out if it works for you
  We strongly advise you to take any new or used car you’re thinking about buying for a test drive. It’s the only way to find out for sure if the...
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  Winter car check: a 'how to' guide
  We often assume modern cars will handle winter effortlessly, but the harsh conditions of winter driving can still take a toll on your vehicle. Freezing temperatures, icy roads, and salty...
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  How to photograph your car (for sale)
  The internet has made it easy to reach thousands of potential buyers for free if you need to sell your car. Online car-selling platforms, like the Parkers Cars for Sale...
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  How to drive: expert advice from the team at Parkers
  It may not seem like it, but driving a car is one of the most difficult things we humans have to do. It involves processing a vast amount of information...
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  What to do - and not do - around emergency vehicles
  Learning to drive in the UK, we’re not really taught how to react when we see the flashing lights of emergency vehicles approaching. We know we need to get out...
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  VIOFO A329 Dashcam Review: Do you need 60FPS?
  The technology that goes into popular dashcams is improving every day, and devices like the VIOFO A329 continue to push the boundaries of what we should expect. While 4K resolution...
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  Continental tyres AllSeasonContact 2 review
  With the UK’s unpredictable weather, many drivers assume one set of tyres can handle it all. Milder winters here mean winter tyres aren’t a priority for most, leading to the...
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  The best Christmas deals on Apple CarPlay screens: a motoring expert’s choices
  If you’re not quite satisfied with your car’s infotainment system, then you might be interested in getting a wireless car stereo to make use of Apple CarPlay or Android Auto...
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  Groov-e Power Bank Review
  Portable chargers like the Groov-e power bank can be useful in a variety of driving situations, especially if you find yourself with a flat phone battery in an unfamiliar location....