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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU

The coolest thing to happen to the Kombi since the Kombi

A blue and white VW van parked near a beach with people having a picnic under an umbrella

As any parent knows, raising kids is equal parts joy, chaos and logistics. Suddenly, life revolves around nappy changes and feeds, then birthdays and sleepovers, sports and family holidays. It’s the best – and hardest – job in the world.

The family car is one of the first places parents have to compromise. There’s less room to accommodate cool when prams, car seats, sports gear and luggage enter the equation. Add a third child and maybe a dog into the mix and practicality simply has to take priority – leaving style firmly in the back seat.

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