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  HALF OF 4x4 DRIVERS DO GET THEIR WHEELS DIRTY 1 Feb 2008 (News)
  that they offer better safety features and flexible seating arrangements, making them a popular choice for families in urban areas. As with any car purchase the buyer should consider safety, environmental impact and practicality before deciding on a model. And of course, four-wheel drive vehicles have also come
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  One size no longer fits car warranty policies 3 Oct 2006 (News)
  after the traditional manufacturer's three-year policy has come to an end. An average of 200,000 cars fall out of this comfort zone and on to the market every month. Via an interactive website (www.warrantydirect.co.uk), the new direction puts the consumer firmly in the driving seat
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  Trackday Fun 25 Jul 2006 (News)
  or www.trackdays.co.uk ABOUT BHP TRACKDAYS BHP Trackdays Ltd is an independent family company founded in 2002 out of our own enthusiasm for driving. Our desire is to enable you to enjoy the freedom offered on track and not possible on the road. For newcomers
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  New 2006 Renault Megane CCs Just £11,495 1 Apr 2006 (News)
  Non-Metallic Paint (Metallic Paint If required £350) Tinted Windows DRIVING & SAFETY Front Fog Lamps Front Passenger Airbag Deactivation Front Lateral Airbag ABS With EBD (Electronic
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  Reliability Index Names Most Reliable Superminis 25 Jan 2006 (News)
  . Used by many driving schools, the Vauxhall Corsa (2000-on), is third, with a Reliability Index of 48.36, does however suffer from above average repair bills at £219.84. List shows position and index cost, model, reliability index, average repair cost, largest repair bill
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  Plans to ban Speed Camera spotters 7 Jul 2004 (News)
  and mobile Gatso and laser speed traps. The Quintezz XT7000 Plus costs £199. In response to the DFT plans, Car Parts Direct have launched a campaign to promote the use of their radar detectors, not only as a driving licence and fine saver but also as a road safety device. The promotion
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  New Fiesta and Fusion Autobox on Motability 3 Jan 2003 (News)
  or test drives is asked to call MAGIC (Mobility and General Information Centre) on 0800 240 241, ort link to www.fordmagic.co.uk MAGIC (Mobility and General Information Centre) provides callers with information
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  Honda Civic Type-S: 5-doors and 160ps 11 Oct 2002 (News)
  brand. Additionally, the ride benefits from “taller” profile (195/65R15) tyres compared with other Civics, while the combination of these tyres and a high final drive raises the car’s gearing to a relatively long-legged 21.8 mph 1,000 rpm in fifth gear. So at 70 mph, the engine barely
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  New-Shape Astra £2,550 at Auction Today 12 Oct 2001 (News)
  a decent drive could hardly do better. Pile another 100,000 miles on that one and even if you throw it away afterwards it will have cost you just 2.45p a mile. That said, a clean and tidy 78,000 mile 98R 1.6iLX in Aubergine was a much better buy for re-sale at £2,825. Need 7 seats
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  Nissan X-Trail Prices and Specs 2 Oct 2001 (News)
  a useful 2,000kg. Standard equipment on all models includes triple-mode four-wheel-drive controlled by press-button; disc brakes front and rear; ABS with EBD and brake assist; twin front airbag;, anti-hijack remote central locking; and a ski/snowboard flap in the centre of the rear seat. Sport
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  SMMT Calls For Licence to Trade 18 Sep 2001 (News)
  the consumer are mainstream franchised garages replacing entire assemblies when only small components have failed and charging anything from £40 to £100 an hour in 'labour' costs alone. The SMMT licensing scheme would drive out of business the little guys who do for £50 the jobs for which
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  Hot New Variants from FIAT and Skoda 5 Apr 2001 (News)
  and leather covered hand brake and gear knob. Standard equipment also includes ABS brakes, electronic brake force distribution (EBS) and anti-spin regulation (ASR). For comfort and driving pleasure the Octavia RS features climate control, a radio cassette with six CD changer and remote central locking
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  Hyundai and Kia admit to wrong mpg figures 5 Nov 2012 (News)
  the manufacturers claimed figures. These are sometimes labelled as EU figures but many people are not aware that there is no independent test. Instead the manufacturers test their own cars, under conditions dictated by the EU. Called the New European Driving Cycle, the test
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  World debut of new 911 GT3 R leads Porsche display at Autosport International show 10 Jan 2010 (News)
  , the Experience Centre offers a variety of courses for all driving enthusiasts. The new Racing Driver Development Programme gives individuals who are serious about their motorsport the chance to sign-up for a series of structured coaching and mentoring sessions at the Experience Centre. Exploring in detail all
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  New Michelin tyres last longer, and save fuel without sacrificing grip 30 Jun 2010 (News)
  in their driving styles. The tyres themselves are swapped car to car in a daily basis, always going to the same corners of the cars to further eliminate external differences.   Testing 175/65 R14 Michelin Energy Saver on Peugeot 207s in this manner, and making
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  Low CO2 Mazda 1.6 Sport Diesel Now on Sale 22 Apr 2009 (News)
  . The new 1,560cc diesel engine features four-valves per cylinder and delivers 90ps at 4,000rpm with 215Nm of torque at just 1,750rpm, driving the front wheels via a five-speed manual transmission. “Demand for Mazda2 has remained strong this year, despite the current economic gloom
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  Extra £1,000 Off in Renault Electric Range Offer For July 6 Jul 2019 (News)
  £69 per month. (Full battery purchase option with no monthly battery payments allows outright ownership of the Dynamique Nav for £24,020 and the S Edition for £24,870.) Finance customers who purchase their ZOE during July can drive away for as little as £199 per month
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  Motoring firsts to be celebrated at London Classic Car Show 18 Jan 2019 (News)
  to a manufacturer. In celebration of Ferguson Formula Developments’ pioneering four-wheel drive and ABS braking innovations, the first all-wheel drive Formula One car will lead a convoy
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  Dacia Duster to Arrive in UK From Under £10,000 23 Mar 2012 (News)
  factories have been unable to provide right-hand-drive model production. Until now. By late 2012, right-hand-drive versions of Dacia’s SUV, built at the new Renault-Nissan Alliance factory in India, will start arriving in the UK, ready for deliveries from January 2013.  Thanks
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  BCA Used Car Market Report 2010 3 Sep 2010 (News)
  decline in sales of 0-2 year-old cars, which fell by 22% to 762,000 units. This reflected the marked fall in new car volumes in 2008 and 2009 - driving this sector's share of the used car market down to 14.7%. Sales of cars in the 3-5 year age group were stable in 2009 at 1.88 million