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  Rare ‘barn find’ Aston Martin show car heads to auction 11 Sep 2015 (News)
  rear lights. The harder the driver pressed the brake pedal the more lights were lit up. The car was built purely for show and was never road-registered. It will require much loving care to bring it back to show condition. A second, fully-functioning car was made for promotional duties
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  Frankfurt Motor Show 2015: Production-ready Bentley Bentaya revealed 9 Sep 2015 (News)
  . A panoramic glass roof is fitted as standard and there is a wide range of high-tech equipment, including a night-vision system which extends the driver's vision beyond the limits of the headlights. The lights themselves are full-LED.  Buyers can choose from a range of styling packs, exterior
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  Amazing classics wanted for new pride of ownership display at NEC show 10 Jun 2015 (News)
  to andrea@poppyseedmedia.co.uk as soon as possible. Organisers are looking for the rarest, most unusual and the most cherished classics. Nwaokolo added, ‘The standard of the car is obviously important but for us, the passion of the owner and the journey the car and driver have been
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  Dyson-backed battery could revolutionise electric cars 16 Mar 2015 (News)
  A solid-state battery backed by Dyson could make electric cars viable for millions of drivers.
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  Geneva Motor Show 2015: Improved economy and styling tweaks for revised BMW 1 Series 19 Jan 2015 (News)
  as an option is the new Professional Navigation system. When paired with an automatic transmission this analyses the road and tells the driver when to lift off the throttle ahead of corners and junctions, in order to maximise the effectiveness of coasting and reduce fuel consumption. Other options
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  A Grand Monday: Volvo 240 GLT 20 Oct 2014 (News)
  on the driver’s seat but the black door pockets are unbroken… which is pretty rare for one of these old buses. As well as leather interior, the car boasts electric windows, electric mirrors, power steering, central locking, heated seats (both working) and a set of original Volvo 15-inch Omega alloy
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  Lots of temptation at Anglia auction 8 Aug 2014 (News)
  that would make an excellent first classic or daily driver. Also from the Rover stable is a 1989 820E Fastback , with a mileage of just 38,000, and a rather special 21,000-mile
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  Brian Johnson Reckons Croft Nostalgia Rocks 3 Aug 2014 (News)
  of near-biblical proportions! It’s a tricky, fast and fabulous circuit and I’m still learning it now! I’m pleased as punch to have come away with a trophy too.   “The racing was fantastic. I think the drivers here must get fed on raw meat before they go out
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  A Gentle Reminder From the IAM About Road Sharing 23 May 2014 (News)
  . Don’t cut up a cyclist when turning left. Never overtake then turn left across their front wheel. Check for bikes coming before opening the driver’s door when you’ve parked. IAM chief examiner Peter Rodger said: “The most common cause of road accidents is ‘failed to look
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  Frazer Nash showcased in new exhibition 23 Jan 2014 (News)
  Frazer Nash as a 21-year old ex-engineering apprentice who with his friend, Ron Godfrey, designed their cyclecar in 1910. This paved the way for the competitive sports cars that created the legendary Chain Gang, the name given to leading Frazer Nash drivers using their distinctive chain-drive
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  Porsche 911 beats the world parade record 29 Jul 2013 (News)
  underway and he was joined by a number of the sportscar manufacturer’s most successful racing drivers. Five-times Le Mans winner Derek Bell drove a 911 as part of the parade and Richard Attwood – winner of the Le Mans 24 Hours for Porsche in 1970 – was also on hand to pilot another
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  Report: Peking to Paris, day 14 11 Jun 2013 (News)
  the border, who woke us up at 4.30 when it was light to get going again,' said Stan. Could things be worse? Fellow Porsche 911 driver Phil Cuerel would say they can certainly be a lot worse…. he broke his crankshaft yesterday, causing major damage to the engine, but hopes somehow to get running
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  Classic Motor Show launches 'Classics Reunited' theme 11 Jun 2013 (News)
  . With over 250 classic motoring clubs showcasing their marques, some are bound to look for other ways to interpret the ‘Reunited’ theme. Some may choose to reunite famous or well-known racing cars with the drivers and teams that took them to victory while others may reunite the designers
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  Friday concept: Ital Design Kensington 19 Apr 2013 (News)
  car . Giugiaro was careful to ensure that it featured prominent ‘haunches’, a design signature that was consistent on all post-war Jaguars, barring the XJ-S. Inside, too, there was enough wood and leather to satisfy the most plutocratic owner/driver, but it was presented in a much more
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  Preview: HRDC racing - Silverstone and Oulton Park 19 Apr 2013 (News)
  As well as appearing at the the VSCC 'Spring Start' meeting on Sunday 21 April, the Historic Racing Driver's Club (HRDC) now has an extra fixture at Oulton Park on 11 May. 'When I got the call to ask if the HRDC could rally a late call for an 'All-stars' race
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  Motability Customers Get New Perodua MYVIs For No Advance Payment 2 Oct 2012 (News)
  adjustable door mirrors, central locking, an integral radio/CD player and power steering all as standard. Driver and passenger airbags, an advanced engine immobiliser and ABS with EBD ensure that the Myvi has sufficient safety and security features which are important to today’s motorists
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  Paris Motor Show 2012: Infiniti shows LE Concept 30 Aug 2012 (News)
  over the charging pad for optimum charging and the driver can walk away, with no cables to connect. The high-frequency, non-contact charging, controlled by the car’s display or by smartphone, is safe for children and pets and can be installed easily in a home garage. Inside the LE
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  New A6 Allroad arrives in the UK 16 Jan 2012 (News)
  suspension, which combines air suspension with controlled damping, comes as standard. It lowers the body by 15mm at high speed and raises it by 35mm at the push of a button. The driver can also select a lift mode at low speeds which gives an extra 10mm for really rough roads. A hill descent assist function
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  Audi introduces winter tyre and wheel sets 22 Sep 2011 (News)
  , or high levels of surface water, is improved by up to 60 per cent while braking distances are reduced by as much as 20 per cent. When the quattro all-wheel-drive system that is widely available across the vast majority of model lines is also factored into the equation, Audi drivers can feel even safer
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  Roadpilot mobile launches on iPhone 13 Jul 2011 (News)
  of RoadPilot commented, “The last thing cash-strapped drivers need is a speeding fine for having crept over the limit on an unfamiliar road. RoadPilot Mobile can help motorists be more aware of local speed limits and all upcoming fixed and mobile speed detection sites, meaning they can focus fully on the road