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From cleaning and detailing to repair and protection, our team of automotive experts have tried and tested all the car products on the market right now to find you the very best. Read our in-depth product reviews or head straight for our top rated product lists to find out which is the best in each category.
With more than 100+ years of experience in the motoring industry, our team has seen a fair few products, so we are really pleased to be able to share with you this invaluable insight into the products that blew our socks off, as well as those that didn’t quite cut the mustard.
We also pull in a range of prices to make sure you’re getting the best deal possible, ensuring you get independent advice and an independent price.
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Winter car check: a 'how to' guideIt’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... -
Shark Stratos Cordless Vacuum IZ400UK ReviewFor 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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Struggling to stream music in an old car? Our experts have rounded up a range of cheap and easy solutionsFor many, listening to music in the car is second nature, making long drives bearable and Monday morning commutes a little easier. However, not everyone has access to the latest... -
The best Xenon headlight bulbs for superior visibility on the roadXenon bulbs, or HID (High-Intensity Discharge) bulbs, have been responsible for changing the face of car fronts as an alternative to traditional halogen headlight bulbs. You might think that Xenon... -
The best oil filters for smoother runningMany components are toiling away under your car’s bonnet to keep things ticking over in a healthy fashion, one unsung hero being the oil filter working away, keeping the engine... -
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The best emergency bulb kit for light failureSome may see having an emergency bulb kit as a bit of overkill. At best, a failure of your car headlight bulb can be an inconvenience, but the reality is... -
The best H4 bulbs for carsThe story of the H4 headlight bulb goes way back to the 1960s when it emerged as a game changer in the automotive headlight bulb lighting world, where previously, the... -
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The best H1 bulbs for your carH1 Bulbs were one of the first halogen automotive bulbs introduced in the early 1960s, bringing a quite noticeable improvement to automotive lighting as it was more efficient and emitted... -
The best tyre tread depth gaugeGood tyres and maintaining proper tyre tread depth are essential for road safety, especially in the ever-changing weather conditions and variable road surfaces in the UK. When the tread wears... -
Dash cam memory card guideHaving the correct microSD memory card for your dash cam is as important as using the right key for a lock. Without the correct key, you can’t unlock the door;... -
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Which type of vacuum is best for car cleaning?As the season of cleaning springs upon us once again, we turn to an important car cleaning question: which is the best vacuum cleaner for cleaning a car? Small cordless vacuums... -
The best corded vacuum cleaners for car careThe rise of battery-powered vacuum cleaners in tandem with corded vacuum cleaners is something to be commended, it opened up vacuuming to previously unreachable places and has driven a quest... -
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The best car battery chargersGetting your hands on the best car battery chargers is the best way to ensure a car battery will be full of electrical juice when needed, but it’s worth understanding... -
The best cutting compound to restore tired paintworkNot all car polish is made equally, and at the strongest end of the spectrum lays cutting compound. Designed to cut deeper than a regular polish or clay bar, cutting... -
The best hands-free Bluetooth devices for your carHands-free Bluetooth devices not only improves driver and passenger safety, but they also mean that you’re not breaking the law. While most modern vehicles come with the technology built-in, some... -
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The best snow chains for extreme weather 2024Snow chains are the next best thing to specialist tyres for winter. What’s more, they’ll also save you a fair amount to buy. In fairness, it’s unlikely you’ll need snow... -
The best car ice scrapers to use during winterThe requirements of ice scrapers are simple: easily remove ice and snow from a car’s glass without leaving damage. An old debit card may be able to lift the ice... -
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Are snow socks worth your while?You might be wondering what the purpose of snow socks could be. Snow chains are overkill for all but the rarest of heavy snowy circumstances in the UK. Yet many... -
How to demist your car windows quicklyOne of the biggest annoyances of leaving a car parked outside during winter is having to demist the windows every morning. Fighting ice and condensation adds time you just don’t... -
Parkers picks the best rain repellents for carsWhy are rain repellents worth considering? Given Britain’s famously moist weather, driving around in the wet is something we’re all used to. But driving in damp and rainy conditions with... -
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The best car ice scrapers to use during winterThe requirements of ice scrapers are simple: easily remove ice and snow from a car’s glass without leaving damage. An old debit card may be able to lift the ice...
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The best car battery chargersGetting your hands on the best car battery chargers 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 H7 bulbs for car headlightsSo, what’s so special about H7 bulbs? Surely all headlight bulbs are basically the same, right? Well, you’d be surprised just how many types of headlights there are and how... -
Parkers picks the best rain repellents for carsWhy are rain repellents worth considering? Given Britain’s famously moist weather, driving around in the wet is something we’re all used to. But driving in damp and rainy conditions with...
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Stay safe and improve efficiency with the best all-season tyres tried and tested 2024If ever there was a place for all-season tyres to do well it’s the UK. Sure, the Scottish Highlands may require a decent set of winter tyres come but for... -
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The best H4 bulbs for carsThe story of the H4 headlight bulb goes way back to the 1960s when it emerged as a game changer in the automotive headlight bulb lighting world, where previously, the...
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Are snow socks worth your while?You might be wondering what the purpose of snow socks could be. Snow chains are overkill for all but the rarest of heavy snowy circumstances in the UK. Yet many...
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Shark Stratos Cordless Vacuum IZ400UK ReviewFor 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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A guide to car plugin heatersSome aftermarket car accessories aren’t any good. Little 12V plugin car heaters definitely fall into the ‘no’ section of the ‘yes’, ‘no’, ‘maybe’ car accessory Venn diagram. In this guide we’re... -
The best snow chains for extreme weather 2024Snow chains are the next best thing to specialist tyres for winter. What’s more, they’ll also save you a fair amount to buy. In fairness, it’s unlikely you’ll need snow...
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The best windscreen covers for sun and frost protectionLike windscreen wipers or a shovel, windscreen covers are strictly functional items. Some act as a sun shield, helping to keep a car’s interior at a bearable level if left... -
The best antifreeze tester for basic car maintenanceWhy are antifreeze testers useful? Unless you’ve embraced the EV revolution already or are sticking to an old, air-cooled classic, your car will require coolant to regulate the engine temperature.... -
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The best car wax for black cars 2024Black remains one of the kings of car colours, and if you are owner of one, you will want to know about the best car wax for black cars. Black... -
Winter car check: a 'how to' guideIt’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 best cutting compound to restore tired paintworkNot all car polish is made equally, and at the strongest end of the spectrum lays cutting compound. Designed to cut deeper than a regular polish or clay bar, cutting...
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The best Xenon headlight bulbs for superior visibility on the roadXenon bulbs, or HID (High-Intensity Discharge) bulbs, have been responsible for changing the face of car fronts as an alternative to traditional halogen headlight bulbs. You might think that Xenon...
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The best oil filters for smoother runningMany components are toiling away under your car’s bonnet to keep things ticking over in a healthy fashion, one unsung hero being the oil filter working away, keeping the engine...
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The best hands-free Bluetooth devices for your carHands-free Bluetooth devices not only improves driver and passenger safety, but they also mean that you’re not breaking the law. While most modern vehicles come with the technology built-in, some...
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Gtech Multi MK2 K9 reviewFrom food to dogs to vacuum cleaners, things that are miniaturised are often very fashionable and popular. Such is the case with Gtech’s handheld cordless vacuum, the Multi MK2. Along... -
Struggling to stream music in an old car? Our experts have rounded up a range of cheap and easy solutionsFor many, listening to music in the car is second nature, making long drives bearable and Monday morning commutes a little easier. However, not everyone has access to the latest...
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