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  Geneva Motor Show 2015: Toyota to unveil safer and more economical Auris 23 Feb 2015 (News)
  , with emergency braking and radar enabled cruise control available. Navigation, extra airbags and new instrument clusters will also be added. The Auris gets a new exterior too, with revised headlights, bumpers and a new longer bonnet. The rear of the car will also get some revisions, with new light
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  MoT Data for Leeds 6 May 2014 (News)
  Lighting and signalling 23.29% 45% Leeds Brakes 17.67% 38
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  MoT Data for Bradford 6 May 2014 (News)
  The MoT pass rate for Bradford is 56 per cent, which puts it near the bottom of the national table.  Every major MoT test area that's examined performs worse than the national average except for seat belts. Worst of those is brakes, its 16.5 per cent failure rate is 50
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  Geneva Motor Show 2014: SEAT Leon Cupra 280 breaks Nurburgring record 4 Mar 2014 (News)
  the first FWD production model to dip below the eight-minute barrier. The car used to set the lap time was a production-specification Leon Cupra 280 DSG, equipped with an optional Performance Pack that includes Brembo high-performance brakes, specially designed 19-inch alloy wheels and Michelin Pilot
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  Vauxhall unveils Insignia Country Tourer 10 Sep 2013 (News)
  protective panel protruding from under the engine and at the rear of the car. There are also LED brake and tail lights and LED day time running lights, plus 20mm more ground clearance over the regular Insignia estate. Two engines are offered – a 2.0-litre CDTi diesel with 165PS
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  Frankfurt Motor Show 2013: Toyota springs a surprise with the Yaris Hybrid-R 10 Sep 2013 (News)
  . Developed by Toyota Motorsport, the concept is based on the three-door Yaris and is powered by a 1.6-litre race engine combined with two electric motors that give the car all-wheel drive. Energy recovered under braking is then stored in a super capacitor, a unit that’s particularly suitable for use
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  Geneva Motor Show 2012: Peugeot is back with the 208 GTI 6 Mar 2012 (News)
  disc brakes to improve stopping. Besides the GTi, Peugeot showed an XY concept version of the 208 , which features a colour changing paint.
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  Load Your Car Carefully, Warns IAM 13 Jun 2011 (News)
  and if the driver needs to brake sharply unsecured items could fly forward and hit those sitting in front. Pack heavy items in the boot whenever possible. Loads should be made as small as possible and positioned to enable a clear view. Keep heavy items low down. Always pack so that those
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  Volvo recalls every model in its line-up with the exception of XC90 8 Jun 2010 (News)
  the engine may continue to run after it has been switched off." Other recalls in recent months include a fuel leak on the Chevrolet Cruze (831 cars involved), risk of fire on the Jeep Wranger (14 cars involved), failing brake lights on the Nissan Pixo (646 cars involved) and a jamming rear bench
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  Ford Kuga provides "remarkable traction" 24 Aug 2009 (News)
  credentials as well as competitive fuel consumption, Ford added. AWD works on its own and requires no input from the driver, as it is controlled by sensors monitoring vehicle information such as braking, acceleration and cornering. "The Kuga's intelligent AWD system splits the drive
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  Following HA advice could protect cheap car insurance premiums 21 Aug 2009 (News)
  . It explained items of rubbish discarded in footwells can become lodged under brake pedals, putting the occupants of the car in danger. If you want to know how to find the best deal for your
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  Trip to Suzuki dealership 'could benefit the environment' 12 Aug 2009 (News)
  technicians checking customers' autos to ensure they are as fuel efficient as possible. For £15.99, motorists can get brakes and tyres seen to and adjusted so that their vehicle's CO2 emissions are minimised. As well as protecting the planet, the scheme could help driver's boost
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  Tailgating advice could prevent a car insurance claim 24 Jul 2009 (News)
  the urge to respond aggressively to other road users who are invading their space. It explained taking action - such as braking sharply - can be dangerous. The group added instead of retaliating, drivers should attempt to remove themselves from the situation. Speaking
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  Eco-driving 'is safe and can save money' 15 May 2009 (News)
  and considering the environment require "fundamentally […] the same" approaches. Essentially, he explained, both are about anticipating what is happening ahead so that the driver does not have to brake and accelerate too much. A more economic style of driving could help those
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  Eco-driving tips offered by IAM 1 May 2009 (News)
  if this accessory is not needed, take it off. The IAM added that tyre pressures should also be correct because under-inflated tyres can cause power to be wasted. Chief examiner for the body Peter Rodger gave another piece of advice: "Slowing down earlier, rather than always using the brakes
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  Motorists urged to choose tyres carefully 31 Mar 2009 (News)
  budget brands - the Triangle, GT Radial, Linglong, Nankang and Wanli - against a premium Continental product. The more expensive tyre came out on top in all of the tests conducted apart from one. When braking performance was assessed, the test car was still travelling at 27.8 mph when
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  Cost-cutting motorists going "too far" 26 Feb 2009 (News)
  pointed out any savings made at the pump would soon be eaten away by problems caused as a result of additional wear and tear on the brakes. Speaking on behalf of the company, David White said: "Eco-coasting is clearly on the rise as millions of motorists look to save money on their fuel
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  Mercedes model 'sets safety benchmark' 12 Jan 2009 (News)
  . It claimed the technology evident in the vehicle is not available from any other carmaker in the same combination. The car includes attention assist, optional adaptive high-beam assist and automatic braking - which is activated when it is judged there is a serious danger of a collision
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  Alfa Romeo celebrates latest model with James Bond Scalextric 5 Dec 2008 (News)
  the country". Equipped with gadgets worth more than £3,000, the model also includes red Brembo brake callipers, sports dials with red background, black leather upholstery, Carbonio black metallic paint, lowered suspension and 19-inch alloy wheels. Anyone booking a test drive
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  A change in driving technique 'can protect your pocket and the planet' 31 Oct 2008 (News)
  safety consultant Robin Cummins suggested motorists make the effort to look ahead while driving, as anticipating road conditions allows people to slow down by removing their foot from the accelerator rather than by slamming the brakes on. He also pointed out not going through all the gears when