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Hello, we are Mike and Katie, and welcome to the The Transporter Life. The Transporter life was born in 2020 and is the result of a life long passion for VW Transporters.

We hope to share our passion and experiences with the Transporter fans from around the world. Here we will bring together the vast amount of information that is available for getting the most out of owning one of these versatile machines.

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Wiper blades for a VW T5

Wiper blades for a VW T5

The best VW T5 Wiper blades reviewed In this article we will look at the best choices for VW T5 wiper blades that are currently on the market in Europe and also look at the pitfalls of the cheaper Chinese brands. VW T5 Wiper blade choice Buying the...

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What Wheels Fit VW T5

What Wheels Fit VW T5

What wheels fit a Transporter T5? The VW T5 wheel size 2003 through to 2010 use wheels with a PCD of 5X112. Most VW T5 alloy wheels need a load rating of 790kg but this could be slightly different depending on model. Here we will look at what...

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VW Festivals 2021 Status Round Up

VW Festivals 2021 Status Round Up

VW Festivals in 2021 Following on from the wash out year of 2020 lets hope a few more VW Festivals are able to proceed in 2021. Lets look at the latest updates. UK VW Festival venues have now had time to organise themselves a little more for 2021, whilst the events...

VW Campervan Tips UK Travel

VW Campervan Tips UK Travel

Top 10 Tips for VW Campervan Travel in the UK The UK certainly is a phenomenal place to take a trip in a VW Campervan, here I will share with you my Top 10 VW Campervan tips to make the most out of your time. We are from a small village in Shropshire, which is in the...

VW Campervan Fridge Reviews

VW Campervan Fridge Reviews

Finding a suitable VW campervan fridge freezer In this article we will look at the most popular VW Campervan fridge freezers for use either on a campsite (240v) or off grid using LPG or 12V supply. Choosing the perfect VW campervan fridge freezer set up for your...

Best VW Transporter accessories

Best VW Transporter accessories

Join me in the pursuit of the best VW Transporter accessories The VW Transporter is a great vehicle to have and enthusiasts are always on a quest for adding space, style, comfort, technology, safety, and many other accessories in the pursuit for the best experience on...