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Fri, 30 Dec 2011
New Year Crackdown on drivers who abuse the Blue BadgeNew Year Crackdown on drivers who abuse the Blue Badge
Tough new measures will be introduced in the New Year to crack down on drivers who abuse the disabled parking system. This will include a new Blue Badge design which is harder to forge; this new badge will have security features such as a unique hologram and a digital photo and serial number which w ...
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Wed, 21 Dec 2011
Renault delivers its first electric Kangoo VanRenault delivers its first electric Kangoo Van
Renault has delivered its first electric vehicle a Kangoo Van Z.E. The Renault Kangoo Z.E. is the world’s first electric van produced by a mass manufacturer; it is very affordable with prices starting at £17,000 with a separate monthly battery hire fee from around £60. Printer Patrick Chard is ...
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Range Rover Evoque hits 53 awards since launchRange Rover Evoque hits 53 awards since launch
The Range Rover Evoque has added more awards to its portfolio taking the total to 53. Recent awards came from Britain's 4x4 Magazine, which proclaimed the Evoque its 4x4 of the Year, and this was followed by the Car of the Year title from the Czech Republic, and Best SUV from the Brazilian automo ...
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Lowest Insurance rating for the new Volkswagen up!Lowest Insurance rating for the new Volkswagen up!
The Volkswagen up! has a class leading 1E group insurance rating and it’s not just the entry level Take up! that qualifies for the lowest group, the Move up! and the Move up! with BlueMotion Technology are also in group 1E. The top of the range High up! and the special edition up! White and up! ...
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New Ford Focus STNew Ford Focus ST
The new Ford Focus ST likes to catch the odd 'collar'. It likes to prowl the streets looking for trouble, then arrest and interrogate the perpetrators. As such, this pumped-up family workhorse is staring in The Sweeny – the movie version of the classic television series. This predator - whi ...
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IAM Driving Tips – Staying Safe at ChristmasIAM Driving Tips – Staying Safe at Christmas
Staying safe and secure this Christmas is more important than writing a polite letter to Santa. A such, Institute of Advanced Motorists Driver Training Specialist - Simon Elstow - has some straightforward tips to help motorists minimise the risks. His advice is: - Park in a well-lit and ope ...
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Skoda Yeti scoops six awards for 2011Skoda Yeti scoops six awards for 2011
The Skoda Yeti was honoured two more awards bringing the versatile SUV’s trophy haul to six for this year. Robert Hazelwood, Skoda brand director, said the Yeti had had an astonishing year by any standards. “These two awards from the specialist 4x4 press are the icing on the cake for 2011. The ...
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Renault slashes number of models in the UKRenault slashes number of models in the UK
From February 2012 French car maker Renault will slash the number of models it sells in the UK in a bid to improve profitability. Five models will no longer be available in the UK showrooms. The models no longer available from February include the Renault Laguna (hatch, sport tourer and Coupe) ...
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New Citroen C3’s on sale January 1stNew Citroen C3’s on sale January 1st
Citroen has announced the introduction of two new special editions the C3 Black and C3 White. These new models are based on and replace the 1.4i VT model. Key equipment includes ABS and EBD, variable power assisted steering, four airbags and a gear efficiency indicator. Additional specificatio ...
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Honda is the most ‘pothole proof’ manufacturerHonda is the most ‘pothole proof’ manufacturer
Research by Potholes.co.uk has revealed that Honda cars are the most resilient to pothole damage. After Honda, the most ‘pothole-proof’ manufacturers are Toyota and Hyundai, with less than 2% of their cars suffering axle and suspension damage attributable to potholes and other road defects. Te ...
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Tue, 20 Dec 2011
Speed Limit on dual carriageways could increaseSpeed Limit on dual carriageways could increase
Ministers are considering extending the proposed higher limit to a far wider range of roads than previously thought. Proposals have emerged to increase the national 70mph limit on other trunk roads. Road safety groups have voiced concerns especially with existing police guidelines allowing mot ...
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Latest Volkswagen Scirocco has charismaLatest Volkswagen Scirocco has charisma
The latest Volkswagen Scirocco is good looking and benefits from a range of powerful and efficient engines including a choice of 2.0 TDI diesels, a 1.4 litre TSI petrol or a 2.0 TFSI petrol. There is a choice of two trim levels; standard and GT and all models feature advanced adaptive chassis con ...
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Mon, 19 Dec 2011
New Jeep Grand Cherokee VersionsNew Jeep Grand Cherokee Versions
Two new versions of the Grand Cherokee 4x4 are available to order from UK Jeep dealers now. The new Grand Cherokee SRT8 is the best performing Jeep ever; it offers a unique blend of capability and utility with impressive SRT performance and a range of advanced technologies. This new version is ...
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Kia Sorento named ‘Best SUV’ second year in a rowKia Sorento named ‘Best SUV’ second year in a row
The Kia Sorento has been named as Total 4x4’s Best SUV for the second in a row. Editor Alan Kidd said ‘the Sorento was our reigning champion in the full-size SUV class, and it impressed us every bit as much this year as last. Its style, poise, kit and practicality all score heavily in its favour. ...
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Driving Safe in the SnowDriving Safe in the Snow
Motoring organisations are today issuing advice on driving in the bad weather. The IAM chief examiner Peter Rodger said “avoid travelling unless completely necessary, and don’t ignore police warnings or advice to not travel on specific routes. Can you work remotely, or change your schedule?” T ...
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New Nissan Juke Nismo ConceptNew Nissan Juke Nismo Concept
Oh dear! The new Nissan Juke Nismo Concept is extremely over excited. This is 'noteworthy' as even the standard car's personality is energetic and feisty – so this pumped-up concept car looks slightly manic. That is what happens when Nismo – the hard-core performance wing of Nissan – 'enhan ...
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New Renault Twizzy OverviewNew Renault Twizzy Overview
The new Renault Twizzy is not a car. It is not a motorcycle either - or a bicycle, skateboard, aeroplane, or loaf of bread. It is, in fact, a 'heavy quadricycle'. The purpose of this battery-powered plaything is to be a cost-effective and environmentally friendly run- around. So, it has two ...
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New Rolls-Royce GhostNew Rolls-Royce Ghost
The Rolls-Royce Ghost has given me a problem. What, for starters, can I write about this magnificent machine that you cannot guess? Yes, it handles beautifully – but you know that because it is a Rolls-Royce. Yes, the ride is supreme – but you know that too. And yes, it feels monstrously la ...
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Fri, 16 Dec 2011
New Ford Ka 1.3 TDCI MetalNew Ford Ka 1.3 TDCI Metal
The Ford Ka 1.3 TDCI Metal has numerous virtues and 'one' vice. Let us start with the positives. This pint-sized city car looks fantastic, handles beautifully, and is cheaper to run than an a solar powered calculator. As such, this 75PS urban champion averages 68.9mpg and returns 76.4mpg on ...
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Ford S-Max Titanium X Sport 2.0 TDCIFord S-Max Titanium X Sport 2.0 TDCI
The Ford S-Max Titanium X Sport 2.0 TDCI is the perfect car for Santa. But why? For starters, its cargo capacity is even larger his belly – 2,000-litres, in fact, with the middle and rear seats folded flat. The old man, therefore, has plenty of room to store the thousands of presents he wan ...
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IAM Driving Tips – BrakingIAM Driving Tips – Braking
Braking can be harder than it sounds, particularly if the weather is rougher than a piece of sandpaper. As such, Institute of Advanced Motorists Driver Training Specialist, Simon Elstow, has some straightforward tips to help motorists cope this winter. His advice is: - Brake in a straight lin ...
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Thu, 15 Dec 2011
All-New Ford Focus EstateAll-New Ford Focus Estate
The all-new Ford Focus Estate reminds me of the film Ghostbusters. But why? The movie has several important characters – all of whom seem to have stamped their personalities on the car. Dr. Peter Venkman, for starters, is fun and lively. So is the Focus. Its handling is pin-sharp and engagi ...
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What Car? Car of the Year AwardsWhat Car? Car of the Year Awards
Brace yourself. What Car? has revealed the vehicles in contention for its Car of the Year Awards. This is guaranteed to make motorists take note - but be careful. Raising this subject with friends tends to result in dangerous debate, crazy controversy, and mildly offensive language. This ye ...
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Wed, 14 Dec 2011
DVLA Regional offices to closeDVLA Regional offices to close
The government is proposing the closure of all 39 DVLA regional offices by the end of 2013. Roads Minister, Mike Penning said "centralising the DVLA's services is the first crucial step towards making more of its transactions available online, allowing people to deal with the DVLA at their chosen ...
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New Suzuki Swift Sport on sale JanuaryNew Suzuki Swift Sport on sale January
The new Suzuki Swift Sport will be on sale from January priced from £13,500. The exterior design of the Suzuki Swift Sport has newly developed High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps with a metallic grey coating as well as new design rear combination lamps. The new Suzuki Swift Sport’s M16A engi ...
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New Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid on sale beginning of New YearNew Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid on sale beginning of New Year
Sales get under way at the start of 2012 for the world’s first diesel plug in hybrid the Volvo V60. A limited model year production run of 1,000 cars starts in November 2012. These models will be offered with Pure Limited specification which includes the highest SE Lux trim level. The production ...
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Volvo C30 ReviewVolvo C30 Review
The Volvo C30 offers stylish looks and has a classy well built interior. It is attractively priced and affordable to run. There are three engines available 2.0 litre petrol and a 1.6 litre and 2.0 litre diesel. The DRIVe model is amazingly frugal when paired with Volvo’s engine stop start system and ...
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Volvo XC60 versus Ford Kuga Volvo XC60 versus Ford Kuga
The Volvo XC60 is offered in both front and four wheel drive and there is a range of engines including two five cylinder diesels and a T5 petrol and a 3.0 litre T6 petrol unit. The Ford Kuga is available with improved engines including a powerful 161 bhp 2.0 litre diesel unit. The XC60 isn't part ...
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Toyota Rav 4 4x4 is greener than everToyota Rav 4 4x4 is greener than ever
The latest Toyota Rav 4 4x4 is greener than ever thanks to Toyotas Optimal Drive technology. All of the Rav engines benefit from optimal drive and are extremely efficient as a result. The Rav 4 underwent a refreshing style makeover last year; the exterior gained a strong new front end design with ...
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New Subaru Forester CrossoverNew Subaru Forester Crossover
The latest Subaru Forester has had some styling updates and a more refined and efficient petrol engine. Economy has improved with reduced emissions but the engine power remains the same. The new engine is capable of 0-60 mph in 10.5 seconds. All Subaru Forester models have four wheel drive but th ...
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Motoring.co.uk and What Car? develop data poolMotoring.co.uk and What Car? develop data pool
Motoring.co.uk and What Car? have joined forces to provide OEM’s with the largest pool of live new car leads in the UK. Chris Green, Co-Founder and Sales Director of Motoring.co.uk said “this new partnership with What Car? enables us to further strengthen our existing lead generation offering to ...
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Two new Bentley Continental V8 models for the New YearTwo new Bentley Continental V8 models for the New Year
Two new Bentley Continental V8 models will be unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit on 9th January 2012. The new 4.0 litre, twin turbocharged V8 Continental GT coupé and GTC convertible achieve exceptional standards for power-to-emissions in the high luxury sports car sec ...
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New Porsche 911 is ‘Coupe of the Year’New Porsche 911 is ‘Coupe of the Year’
The new Porsche 911 arrives in showrooms this month and has already won an award. The new Porsche has been awarded ‘Coupe of the Year’ by Top Gear magazine. The magazine said “all things considered – its price, its performance, its economy and its emissions – it’s pretty clear we’re talking about th ...
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Electric cars in the UKElectric cars in the UK
Sales of the pure electric car were meant to take off in the UK this year but to date less than a 1000 have been sold. A recent survey reveals the vast gap between electric car capabilities today and what consumers want before considering buying an electric car. The summary reveals that potential ...
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Fire fears for General Motors Volt Hybrid CarFire fears for General Motors Volt Hybrid Car
Fears have been raised over the safety of General Motors Volt hybrid car which goes on sale in the UK next year. Investigations are currently taking place in the US into why the batteries in two test cars burst into flames days after simulated crashes. General Motors are extremely concerned about ...
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Emission Cuts on the Mazda 6 and Mazda 2Emission Cuts on the Mazda 6 and Mazda 2
Company and fleet car drivers can save money by choosing to drive the Mazda 6 Diesel or the Mazda 2 petrol following reductions to Co2 emission figures. The Mazda 6 diesel 2.2 litre five door drops from 142 to 140g/km which means a £15 a year VED saving. There is also reduced benefit in kind (BIK) t ...
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Superminis are the top selling cars in NovemberSuperminis are the top selling cars in November
Superminis dominated the top ten best sellers in the month of November; new car sales have slowed according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders with a total of 134,027 new registrations last month. The Ford Fiesta still remains the UK’s best seller taking first place with 6195 sold. ...
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Mazda’s ‘Pay no VAT’ offer extendedMazda’s ‘Pay no VAT’ offer extended
Mazda’s ‘Pay no VAT’ offer has been extended to include the Mazda 2, Mazda 3, Mazda 5 and Mazda MX-5 models registered from now until 29th February 2012. The Mazda 6 petrol and diesel models will also be available with no VAT and 0% APR until 31st March 2012. Peter Allibon, Sales Director, Mazda ...
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Kylie Minogue’s Lexus CT raises cash for NSPCCKylie Minogue’s Lexus CT raises cash for NSPCC
Kylie Minogue’s personal Lexus CT 200h has raised £29,000 for the NSPCC in a fund raising auction for the charity’s helpline. The car was used as her day to day transport and this association was marked by the addition of personalised headrests with Kylies signature picked out in the upholstery stit ...
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Mon, 12 Dec 2011
Motorway Lessons for Learner DriversMotorway Lessons for Learner Drivers
Road safety minister Mr Mike Penning has announced that learners will be able to take to the motorways but only in driving lessons with a qualified instructor. Mr Penning questioned whether the current test prepared drivers for motorway driving and also said the scheme that allows trainee instruc ...
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Toyota Land Cruiser has top residual valueToyota Land Cruiser has top residual value
Glass’s Guide has calculated that the Toyota Land Cruiser has held its worth better than any other UK model in 2011, the 2.0 litre D-4D Invincible Automatic commands 72% of its original on the road price. The top ten list would have included other Land Cruiser models had the list not been limited to ...
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BMW have ‘best ever’ NovemberBMW have ‘best ever’ November
BMW have reported the best November in its history. A total of 115,124 vehicles were delivered to customers worldwide in the month which is an increase of 6.4%. BMW deliveries climbed 12.9% from the start of the year to 1,252,205 units. The BMW X3 broke through the 100,000 unit mark for sales to ...
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Fri, 09 Dec 2011
New Renault Kangoo Van Z.E.New Renault Kangoo Van Z.E.
The new Renault Kangoo Van Z.E. has been voted 'Van of the Year 2012' by a panel of twenty-two journalists specialising in light commercial vehicles. What an achievement. This is the first time an electric vehicle has won this coveted prize - and the Kangoo Van Z.E. overcame stiff competiti ...
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New Mercedes-Benz SL Xmas DietNew Mercedes-Benz SL Xmas Diet
The new Mercedes-Benz SL has been on a pre-Christmas diet. Presumably, this pricey two-door coupe was worried about squeezing into its slinky party dress. Whatever its motivation the result is striking. The SL weighs 140KG less than its predecessor thanks to its new bodywork. This is predom ...
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Thu, 08 Dec 2011
What Car? signs new partnership with Motoring.co.ukWhat Car? signs new partnership with Motoring.co.uk
Leading automotive websites What Car? and Motoring.co.uk have agreed a new partnership to provide OEMs with the largest pool of live new car leads in the UK. Motoring.co.uk currently powers the What Car? website for new car search, offers and deals. Motoring.co.uk and What Car? have taken their ...
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New Fiat 500 Performs With Jennifer LopezNew Fiat 500 Performs With Jennifer Lopez
Nope, this is not a joke. The Fiat 500 has 'performed' alongside Jennifer Lopez at the American Music Awards in Los Angeles. I had no idea that cars can sing? Earlier this year, Fiat announced its collaboration with the American musical maestro. It includes placement of the Fiat 500C in her ...
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Martin Brundle Returns To Le Mans with SonMartin Brundle Returns To Le Mans with Son
Ex-Formula One driver, Martin Brundle, and his son Alex Brundle will be team mates at the 24 Hours of Le Mans race next year (June 16 - 17). The legendary F1 commentator, and the Formula Two ace, will pilot the race-winning Nissan-powered Greaves Motorsport LMP2 prototype. The package sees ...
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Wed, 07 Dec 2011
Complaints for Top Gear presenter Jeremy ClarksonComplaints for Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson
Jeremy Clarkson's controversial comment that all strikers should be executed “in front of their families” is set to become the most complained about remark on the BBC. The latest update shows 31,057 people have complained about the incident which is 10,000 more than the figure published on Frida ...
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Nissan Leaf is named ‘Japanese Car of the Year 2011-2012’Nissan Leaf is named ‘Japanese Car of the Year 2011-2012’
The Nissan Leaf has been named Japanese Car of the year for 2011-2012 it is the first time an electric vehicle has won an award. The Car of the Year Japan honour is further recognition of the Nissan Leaf’s value and attractiveness that has received high praise from customers around the world. Th ...
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Mitsubishi announces 1.000th i-Miev in NorwayMitsubishi announces 1.000th i-Miev in Norway
Mitsubishi have announced the delivery of Norway’s 1,000th i-MiEV new generation electric vehicle. In Norway, electric car purchasers can receive substantial incentives and since the launch of the i-MiEV in Norway it has maintained the top spot in total sales volume of compact vehicles. In the UK ...
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Ford Transit Van wins awardFord Transit Van wins award
The UK’s top selling van the Ford Transit has been awarding ‘Best Medium Van 2012’ by leading magazine What Van? Editor of What Van? Paul Barker said “the new Stage 5 Ford Transit has made impressive improvements to the UK’s most popular light commercial vehicle, and brought new levels of refinem ...
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Chinese Manufacturer Geely enters UK car marketChinese Manufacturer Geely enters UK car market
The Chinese manufacturer Geely is about to enter the UK’s new car market and the first models will arrive at the end of 2012. Geely International Corporation has reached agreement with the UK’s Manganese Bronze Holdings plc (MBH) to become their distributor for the UK for the sale of new Geely cars ...
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New Volkswagen Polo from only £8995New Volkswagen Polo from only £8995
The new Volkswagen Polo is currently available for just £8995 or £149 per month. This particular model is a 1.2 S which has electric front windows, central locking and free insurance for the first year for the over 21’s. The new Volkswagen Polo is slightly wider and longer and these new dimension ...
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Seat Leon S Copa from only £199 per monthSeat Leon S Copa from only £199 per month
The Seat Leon S Copa 1.6 TDI is currently available from just £199 per month. Features included on this particular model include 16” alloy wheels, dual zone climate control, Bluetooth, front fog lights with cornering function, cruise control, start/stop system and energy recovery, ESP with XDS and M ...
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Winter Driving TipsWinter Driving Tips
Winter is now here and Christmas is just around the corner, an unbelievable 77% of motorists do not check their car for repairs and maintenance for the winter months and long journeys. Overlooking necessary car maintenance before travelling could result in dangerous driving and even breaking the law ...
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New Volkswagen Passat AlltrackNew Volkswagen Passat Alltrack
Good news! The new Volkswagen Passat Alltrack might be the most practical car in the world. But why? It is a VW, for starters, so it feels robust enough to outlast a medieval castle. It is also an estate, so it carries more cargo than an Airbus A380. But here comes the killer point. The All ...
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New Ford Focus Honoured by Euro NCAPNew Ford Focus Honoured by Euro NCAP
The new Ford Focus has received four Euro NCAP Advanced Safety Rewards for its Driver Alert and Forward Alert technologies. These plaudits were introduced in 2010 to recognise the manufacturers that make new safety systems available. Ford is one of only two manufacturers to hold four of the ...
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New Red V5C CertificatesNew Red V5C Certificates
New RED V5C certificates are being issued by the DVLA for every car in the United Kingdom. These replace existing 'blue' certificates – as a number of 'blank' blue forms have been stolen. Clearly, these pose a significant security risk as they can be used to create new false identities for ...
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Tue, 06 Dec 2011
New Skoda Citigo OverviewNew Skoda Citigo Overview
The new Skoda Citigo has three doors, two headlights, and – perhaps - one silly name. Still, “Citigo” sounds fairly sensible compared to Volkswagen “Up!” - which is essentially the same car in different clothing. That said, the Czech version looks more mature than its youthful sibling. It f ...
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Renault Finance OffersRenault Finance Offers
New Renault finance offers are tempting motorists to reach for their wallets – and their snail-soup dinner. The Renault Clio, for starters, could be taking you to a snooty French restaurant for forty-four payments of £169, at 7.9% APR. This personal contract purchase plan also requires a £1 ...
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New Renault Fluence Z.E.New Renault Fluence Z.E.
The Renault Fluence Z.E. lacks one very important component – an engine. But never fear, there is no need to push this 'Megane Saloon' – it has an electric motor instead. What a relief. As such, motorists can travel up to 125 miles before charging its AA batteries. That, however, is on a go ...
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Mon, 05 Dec 2011
Vauxhall’s new Insignia Vauxhall’s new Insignia
Vauxhall’s most powerful diesel engine ever is now available in the Insignia range. Known as the Insignia BiTurbo it is available with a choice of five door Hatch and Sports Tourer bodies in SRi ,SRi Vx-line and Elite trims. The turbocharged diesel is based on the existing 1956cc unit that power ...
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New Mini RoadsterNew Mini Roadster
The new Mini Roadster is the latest addition to the Mini Range. It is a two seater Roadster and will be available in Cooper, Cooper S, Cooper SD and Cooper Works versions. Standard equipment includes parking sensors, electric door mirrors and speed sensitive power steering, an extensive options l ...
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Mini Cooper London 2012 Limited EditionMini Cooper London 2012 Limited Edition
The new Mini Cooper Limited Edition is available to order now, only 2012 special edition models will be built and prices start from £17,800. The special edition models are being built to celebrate the Olympics taking place in London next year. They will be available in Cooper, Cooper D, Cooper S ...
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World’s most ‘expensive car crash’World’s most ‘expensive car crash’
A fleet of high performance cars have been involved in one of the most expensive accidents ever after an astonishing multi car pile up in Japan. The cars involved included eight Ferraris, three Mercedes Benz cars and a Lamborghini Diablo. Also included in the pile up was the Japanese supercar Nis ...
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New Toyota Avensis on sale now New Toyota Avensis on sale now
The new Toyota Avensis on sale now with prices starting at approximately £18,450. This new model has undergone detailed changes to improve its dynamic performance and ride comfort. The best selling 2.0 litre D-4D engine has lower emissions and better fuel economy. Compared to the previous engine, co ...
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Volvo launch automatic gearbox in Volvo DRIVe modelsVolvo launch automatic gearbox in Volvo DRIVe models
Volvo have announced the latest step in its ‘DRIVe towards Zero’ emissions strategy with the launch of an automatic gearbox option in four Volvo DRIVe models; the S60 DRIVe, V60 DRIVe, V70 DRIVe and the S80 DRIVe. All these models can be ordered with Volvo’s Powershift dual-clutch automatic gearb ...
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New Volkswagen up! wins first award New Volkswagen up! wins first award
The new Volkswagen up! city car has won its first award being named ‘Small Car of the Year’ by Top Gear Magazine. Top Gear judges said ‘it is the cleverest small car around today, the city car we know VW was capable of producing, the distilled essence of Volkswagen.’ The Volkswagen up! is an all ...
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The Kia Picanto proves to be a ‘Bargain’The Kia Picanto proves to be a ‘Bargain’
The new Kia Picanto has been named ‘Bargain of the Year’ at the BBC Top Gear Magazine annual awards. The Kia Picanto has been awarded numerous titles since its launch in June and BBC Top Gear said of the car “finally, here’s a Korean supermini that you might choose over, say, a Fiat 500. You want a ...
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New Citroen DS5 is ‘Family Car of the Year’New Citroen DS5 is ‘Family Car of the Year’
Top Gear magazine have named the new Citroen DS5 ‘Family Car of the Year.’ Top Gear magazine said “the Citroen DS5 is a well grounded, slick, futuristic machine, both inside and out. The inside is quirky but rational, exciting but functional and put together with considerable care, just like the re ...
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New Skoda Superb Estate becomes Life Saver New Skoda Superb Estate becomes Life Saver
The new Skoda Superb Estate has been chosen to aid emergency medics in Leeds to ferry human organs for transplant around North Yorkshire. Two of the new Skoda Superb Estates are in service with the Medical Transfer Ambulance Service in Leeds. Barry Hamblin, MTAS Cardiac Responder said “we need t ...
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New Ssangyong models top for TowingNew Ssangyong models top for Towing
Ssangyong returns to the UK with a range of models that are designed specifically to meet the needs of drivers who regularly tow caravans, horseboxes, cars and boats. New to the lineup is the Korando crossover which offers the perfect blend of off road handling with on road refinement, the Korand ...
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New Range Rover Evoque is Top Gear Magazine Car of the YearNew Range Rover Evoque is Top Gear Magazine Car of the Year
The new Range Rover Evoque has been named 2011 Car of the Year by BBC Top Gear Magazine. The Evoque beat competition from the BMW 1 Series M, Mclaren MP4 12c, Ferrari FF, VW Up! and the Kia Picanto. The Evoque was also chosen by presenter Jeremy Clarkson as his personal choice for Car of the Year ...
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UK Smoking Ban in Cars?UK Smoking Ban in Cars?
The British Medical Association has called for a ban on smoking in cars. This is considered, by some, to be important as cigarette toxins within confined spaces can be extremely potent. Furthermore - putting aside the well publicised health risks – British Car Auctions has concluded that smoking in ...
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New BMW M5 SaloonNew BMW M5 Saloon
Protect the weak, hide your daughters, and brace yourself - the new BMW M5 Saloon is here. This is the most hard-core, powerful, and aggressive 5-Series of all time. So – assuming you can take it – let us consider the facts. The M5 has a 4.4-litre 560ps V8 engine. Power is, therefore, up by ...
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IAM Driving Trips – FogIAM Driving Trips – Fog
Driving through fog can feel like looking for a small piece of mushroom in a bath of soup. As such, Institute of Advanced Motorists Driver Training Specialist, Simon Elstow, has some straightforward tips to help motorists cope with this familiar hazard. His advice is: - Before setting off, cl ...
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Fri, 02 Dec 2011
New Ford Finance OffersNew Ford Finance Offers
New Ford finance offers tempt motorists to reach for their chequebooks. But why? For starters, every car produced by the manufacturer has numerous strengths. There are literally no 'bad' Fords on the new market. Consider the Ka, for starters. This pint-sized run-around has pin-sharp handlin ...
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New Zenvo ST1New Zenvo ST1
Grab your chequebook and hold tight. The Zenvo ST1 is one of the most exclusive cars in the world. In fact, most of us will never see this mighty machine as only fifteen will be produced. So, what is it? The ST1 is a two-door rear-wheel-drive super-car. It is powered by a 7.0-litre supercha ...
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New Ford Kuga For 2013New Ford Kuga For 2013
The new Ford Kuga is not here. It is not hiding in the corner either, or playing hard to get by the bike sheds. In fact, this compact 4x4 will not be available until 2013. When it finally arrives we will be treated to various fantastic features. As such, motorists will be able to open the b ...
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New Mazda TAKERI Concept SaloonNew Mazda TAKERI Concept Saloon
The Mazda TAKERI Concept Saloon makes my head spin like socks in a washing machine. Could this really be a production-ready car in the near future? Could we possibly be that lucky? If so, then praise be. It would mean 'goodbye' to drearily styled Japanese mile-munchers – and 'hello' to what ...
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New Mazda TAKERI Concept Saloon
BMW 6 SERIES
£44994
Sport Coupe
2000 miles. 2009(59).		 More Details
New Mazda TAKERI Concept Saloon
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