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  How to buy a used camper van (Article)
  If there is a deposit of whitish or creamy-grey 'mayonnaise' underneath, it means one of two things. The van has led a life of very short runs from cold starts, has never warmed up properly and the condensation this has created has mixed with the oil.  Engines run like this have less than a quarter of the life of engines run properly.
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  Top 10: Experience days for petrolheads (Article)
  Expect to be thrilled and humbled all at the same time. 30 Minute Young Driver Experience The 30 Minute Young Driver Experience is run by the UK's largest under-17 driving academy and is designed for 10-17 year olds (minimum height of 4'8" ). Your little car enthusiast will get to grips with the basics of driving in a Vauxhall Corsa 1.4 SRi with one-to-one tuition from a fully qualified driving instructor.
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  Top 10: Best axle stands 2023 (Article)
  Vigor V2477 3 Tonne Axle Stands Many cars have jacking points with sill seams running through them; use a conventional jack or stand on these points and you’ll often flatten the seam, which can damage the paint and – besides looking ugly – cause corrosion-related issues. These heavy-duty Vigor axle stands, however, feature rubber pads with grooves in them to protect the sill seams.
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  Top 10: Best rechargeable battery lawnmowers 2023 (Article)
  It has a 33cm cutting width, granting it a small footprint that makes it easy to manoeuvre, and it clocks in at comparatively light 11.85kg – whereas the larger heavy-duty mowers weigh around 30kg. Batteries and chargers are included; it should run for around 30 minutes on one charge and recharging takes 2.5 hours. A two-year warranty is standard. Webb Supreme 43cm 40V Roller Push Mower Those seeking an immaculate striped finish to their lawn will want a roller mower such as this Webb.
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  Top 10: Best petrol lawnmowers 2023 (Article)
  Other advantages include a maximum cutting height of 101mm and ‘Roto-Stop’, which allows you to stop the blade but leave the engine running – which is useful if you need to move the mower across gravel. It also comes with a seven-year warranty. Smaller and roller-equipped versions are also available. Yard Force 140cc 46cm Self-propelled Mower This affordable Yard Force mower benefits from a wide range of features but doesn't compromise on aspects such as the warranty.
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  Top 10: Cheapest rechargeable battery lawn mowers (Article)
  It also has a bigger 40-litre grass bag, so you won’t have to empty it as often – or you can just use the mulching mode to avoid emptying the bag altogether. Spear & Jackson also claims that this mower can run for 40 minutes on a single charge and that it takes just one hour to recharge. Other features include five cutting heights, an integral roller and a three-year guarantee. Ryobi OLM1833H 18V 33cm Push Mower This high-quality Ryobi mower shares its batteries with countless other pieces of Ryobi equipment – ranging from impact wrenches through to hedge trimmers.
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  Top 10: Best robot vacuum cleaners (Article)
  Of greatest importance to many will be the option to switch between primary and HEPA-level filtering, which should provide a higher standard of cleaning performance. The 300ml tank should last the 90-minute running time and there are three cleaning modes to suit your needs too. Hoover RBC 090 Robot Vacuum Cleaner - £180 You know you’ve made it when your brand name is used as a generic term, so it’s hardly a surprise that Hoover offers a robotic vacuum cleaner amongst a wealth of other dust-gathering devices.
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  Top 10: Sat nav apps (Article)
  mt=8" target="_blank"> iOS CoPilot GPS – £Various, Android/iOS This long-running app is highly praised for its reliability and quality but it’s not a cheap solution. For example, a version with European mapping will set you back £34.99 – but at least a free trial is offered. You do get lots of features, though, including offline mapping, 3D views, speed limit indicators, camera warnings and a point of interest database.
• About The Good Garage Guide (Article)
  The Good Garage Guide was founded on the back of readers' garage recommendations. Today it's the largest database of reader-recommended garages and is run to make sure that you can find a reputable place to service or MoT your car near you. Brought to you by HonestJohn.co.uk, The Good Garage Guide is the UK’s only independent site, dedicated to reputable garages.
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  Sat nav buying advice guide (Article)
  Points of interest: Most sat navs have a ‘POI’ database, which includes the location of facilities such as petrol stations, hotels, museums and so on. This makes it easy to find your way to, say, a petrol station if you’re running low on fuel. What other features might I want to look out for? Speed limits: Not sure what the current speed limit is? This can help you out by showing what the posted limit is for where you’re driving.
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  Classic Car Restoration (Article)
  Some months, you might need to perform little more than a basic service, other months it could be a war attrition as you struggle to keep you steed on the school run and ready for a classic commute. If you're opting for a rolling resto, it makes sense to have a contingency fund - a few quid that you put away on payday to help out with the running costs. We know only too well what it feels like to have a heater matrix and radiator go at the start of December when you have to dip into the Christmas fund to pay for a fix.
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  Christmas 2021: Best Gifts Under £100 (Article)
  It comes with three small, yet still very sharp, axes plus a tree stump target to throw them at. Viking not included and probably not one to play when the kids are running around. Buy now £79.99, Firebox Mini Micro Plus Scooter If you want the best in scooters with a solid design that's built to last, there's only one choice - Micro Scooters.
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  Top 10: Headphones under £100 (Article)
  The Trekz Titanium wireless stereo headphones are a safe alternative to traditional sports headphones. Bone conduction tech delivers music through your cheekbones as you cycle, run etc - meaning you get crystal clear music and hands-free calls without having ambient noise like traffic completely blocked out. Designed with athletes in mind, Trekz Titanium are sweatproof, secure and comfortable.
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  Top 10: Best vacuum cleaners 2023 (Article)
  It's a genuinely helpful addition to Dyson's V11, with live battery updates that allow you to drop to Eco mode when the power runs low. The troubleshooting capabilities also place this cordless vac head and shoulders above competitors. However, it is very expensive. And, with the Auto mode strictly Absolute-only, there's not really any big incentive to go for the V11 Animal over the   V10 Total Clean .
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  Top 10: Best lawnmowers 2023 (Article)
  Husqvarna says that the 450X can maintain an area up to 5000m² and that it can also run for up to 270 minutes on just one 60-minute charge. It is expensive at £3800, but ultimately it doesn’t cost much more than a ride-on mower suitable for cutting such a large lawn. >> Read our full review
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  Top 10: Dash cams under £50 2020 (Article)
  Orskey provide a 12-month guarantee along with the dash cam, however, they don't provide the micro SD card you'll need to get the S680 up and running.  Crosstour Mini The 3-inch screen on the Crosstour Mini allows you to playback videos directly on the camera, with footage resolution of 1080P Full HD. There's a   170-degree wide-angle lens and Crosstour claim the Mini is specifically intended to outperform other dash cameras at nighttime recording. 
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  Buying and selling vans at auction (Article)
  However, if the van is also used privately, the business can only reclaim the amount of VAT that’s proportional to business use. If possible, and if you’re new to auctions, a couple of practice runs won’t harm. Try to attend a couple of sales before you buy to help familiarise yourself with the process. Remember, the auctioneer is there to help you, as well as perform the sale.
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  Top 10: Gifts for Star Wars fans (Article)
  >> Read our full review Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order (PS4) As a former Padawan on the run from the Empire, you must complete your training before Imperial Inquisitors discover your plan to revive the Jedi Order. Aided by a former Jedi Knight, a cantankerous pilot and a fearless droid - you must escape the evil machinations of the Empire in a story-driven adventure.
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  Top 10: Gifts for Star Wars fans (Article)
  >> Read our full review Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order (PS4) As a former Padawan on the run from the Empire, you must complete your training before Imperial Inquisitors discover your plan to revive the Jedi Order. Aided by a former Jedi Knight, a cantankerous pilot and a fearless droid - you must escape the evil machinations of the Empire in a story-driven adventure.
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  Top 10: Gifts under £15 (Article)
  How To be a Motoring Journalist by Roy Lanchester The book is Richard Porter’s tale of fictional motoring journalist and bombastic curmudgeon Roy Lanchester. Porter was the script editor for Clarkson’s Top Gear and, among other things, runs Sniff Petrol — a satirical motoring website. For example, “If you think that motoring journalism is simply about driving around in other people’s cars and then going back to the hotel for a wine and a big dinner and maybe a dump and then some more wine and perhaps a whiskey or two, I’m afraid you are not completely correct.”