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'Plate prejudice' may see motorists miss out 20 Feb 2008 (News)
People looking to pick up a used car may find that they lose money due to judging a vehicle by its registration plates, according to new research. EurotaxGlass has found that people who go for automobiles registered between March and August will often pay up to £300 more to drive them -
Nissan reveals plans for Geneva Motor Show 7 Feb 2008 (News)
in March, comes with an all-new 3.8 V6 twin-turbo engine which it believes gives the vehicles "exceptional performance". "[The GT-R produces] 353kw (480ps) and 588nm, which is transmitted to its four wheels through one of the most advanced all-wheel drive systems ever developed -
Motorists given winter weather advice 3 Jan 2008 (News)
should they skid. "Driving in sub-zero temperatures can be absolutely treacherous; we are hoping our tips will help drivers feel safer and more comfortable on their journeys," said Avis UK commercial director Daniel McCarthy. Department for Transport figures show -
Castle Bromwich welcomes first Jaguar XF 27 Nov 2007 (News)
. Delivery on the model is expected in March if people looking to drive the car place their orders now, while some 66 markets worldwide will receive it. A fortnight ago, Jaguar debuted the car before a Middle Eastern audience. The model went on display at Dubai's World Trade Centre from -
Location, location, location 'counts when buying' 16 Nov 2007 (News)
another person drive the vehicle. -
Summer sees 'strong' used car sales 21 Sep 2007 (News)
-friendly on the road. Higher taxes and insurance premiums may be levelled at those driving gas-guzzlers. -
Features of the new Ford Focus revealed 13 Sep 2007 (News)
to drive the models away from Ford dealerships. "Following its unveiling at the Frankfurt Motor Show, Ford has announced that a new version of its family favourite will begin rolling off production lines from the end of 2007," the firm stated. Meanwhile in Romania, the country's -
Toyota sells 100,000 green vehicles 3 Sep 2007 (News)
. "These results demonstrate a dramatic shift amongst European customers towards cleaner vehicles which offer greater fuel efficiency and a comfortable and powerful drive," he said. Lexus is one of Toyota's 522 subsidiaries, having first been established by the firm in 1989. In 2006 -
Manufacturers urged to prepare for 'green surge' 22 Aug 2007 (News)
vehicles will be forced to pay higher tax rates, as part of a drive to dramatically reduce carbon emissions and the environmental impact of company cars. In addition, the government has also hit car owners with a high carbon output with an increased Vehicle Excise Duty, meaning that businesses -
MINI Convertibles From Just £229.99 a Month 5 May 2004 (News)
of the first to drive a MINI Convertible please call today and order yours. www.new-car-leasing.com can offer a wide range of finance packages on all makes and models please call on 08707 875 418. -
Evo VIII to be Cheaper and Faster 9 Jan 2003 (News)
to 157mph, about 7mph up on the max I ever had from an Evo VI or Evo VII on the Millbrook bowl. Electronic goodies inclide Active Centre Differential and Super Active Yaw Control and the driver has the option of optimised settings for driving on Tarmac, Gravel or Snow. More -
New 261bhp Scooby WRX STi 1 Sep 2001 (News)
to the car's four wheel drive system. 0 to 60 takes 5.2 seconds and top speed is 148mph. Further modifications over the standard car include larger 17 inch Brembo brake discs, 17 inch wheels with fatter 225/45 tyres, uprated suspension with inverted struts, front and rear Suretrac limited slip -
New Skoda Octavia 4x4 Estate 23 Jan 2001 (News)
The Skoda Octavia 4x4 Estate goes on sale on 1st February priced at a reasonable £16,200 on the road. It has the same sophisticated Haldex clutched 4x4 system as the Audi TT, together with ABS, EDS, ASR and ESP, so traction is not going to be a problem in winter driving conditions. The engine -
Historics 23rd November Catalogue Now on Sale 11 Nov 2019 (News)
E-Type S2 4.2 roadsters in the World. LHD and purchased by the vendor in dry state Arizona it has been meticulously restored even down to finer than factory panel gaps. Easier to drive than a 3.8, with a synchromesh gearbox this is as near a perfect E-Type as you will find. It is estimated -
Are future classics a thing of the past? 15 Jun 2016 (News)
have been nondescript. Proof, then, that nostalgia is a funny thing. I was exhibiting at car shows back in 1994, as soon as I passed my driving test. I had an Austin Allegro, then a Mini, both of which are coveted these days by a devoted band of followers -
Nokian Weatherproof Wins Auto Zeitung All Season Tyre Test 3 Nov 2015 (News)
for Nokian Weatherproof. The All-Weather tyre of the world’s leading winter tyre specialist reaches the highest score on slush. “Highest safety with aquaplaning, short braking distances, good wet grip, safe driving properties” – that is the outstanding rating of Auto Zeitung in its -
Blue Bird celebrates 90th anniversary record 28 Jul 2015 (News)
to be given the chance to drive his grandfather’s car back at Pendine where the record was set. Wales said, 'It was an honour both to follow in his footsteps and to drive this iconic car on such a special occasion. 'My grandfather was a remarkable man and for us to remember him and honour -
Blue Bird returns to Pendine for anniversary run 3 Jun 2015 (News)
and organised by the National Motor Museum will be a more low-speed affair. The car will be driven by Sir Malcolm’s grandson, Don Wales, himself a Land Speed Record holder. Don said, 'I am really looking forward to driving the 350hp Sunbeam, which is the car that gave my grandfather his -
Deals on new Volkswagens from Drive the Deal 14 Jul 2012 (News)
Drive the Deal is offering reductions on new Volkswagen models including Golf and Passat, all supplied by UK main dealers. -
Right Turns Major Cause of Rural Car Crashes 1 May 2009 (News)
. The study revealed that a further third of claims were attributed to poor driving. These involved a wide range of scenarios, including vehicles colliding or running off the road because they were going too fast, failure to stop at junctions, and drivers not seeing other vehicles or pedestrians in time