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  Glasgow and Newcastle are the worst cities for illegal headlights 6 Nov 2013 (News)
  Glasgow and Newcastle are the worst places in the UK for failed or illegal headlights, according to a study from Halfords. More than one in ten vehicles checked in the two cities were found to have a failed headlight, sidelight, rear or brake-light, which would
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  Next MINI to come with head-up display 11 Oct 2013 (News)
  and pedestrian warning systems, including a city braking function. There's also the MINI parking assist feature and a reversing camera.
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  Video: Ford Mondeo - 20 years today 24 Sep 2013 (News)
  -to-the-minute technology - for the time -  including a standard driver’s airbag, an optional passenger airbag and offered traction control, adaptive damping, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and optional four-wheel drive. In 1996, a revised, restyled and lighter weight Mondeo delivered optional side
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  Bonhams moves forwards at its Beaulieu auction 11 Sep 2013 (News)
  to Argentina, and had a unique four-seater touring body fitted. Upgrades included upgrading the brakes with a vacuum servo in 1978 and rebuilding the engine with a new cylinder block in 1993, and new Arias forged pistons for more performance. It was almost pipped at the post by the 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900C
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  Frankfurt Motor Show 2013: Kia Niro concept unveiled 10 Sep 2013 (News)
  and a stainless steel roof, the three-door Niro could become Kia’s rival to the Nissan Juke and is based on an all-new platform. The 160PS engine powers the front wheels and is coupled to a seven-speed, dual-clutch transmissions. The hybrid system - which is powered from regenerative braking
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  Frankfurt Motor Show 2013: Mercedes-Benz launches S500 Plug-in Hybrid 10 Sep 2013 (News)
  , although expect to pay upwards of £80,000 when it goes on sale later this year.  Features include and energy recovery system that charges the battery when the car is braking or coasting. The battery can also be charged from the mains. There are four driving modes – Hybrid
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  ex-Chris Evans Mini to star at Carfest sale 23 Jul 2013 (News)
  in Need. The Mini has been built to Cooper specification and has had considerable work done on it. In 2003, it was restored, and it received a bored-out 998cc engine, a new exhaust system, disc brakes, dry suspension and a straight cut gearbox. The history file's pretty full too
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  Preview: Historics classic car auction, Brooklands, 1 June 27 May 2013 (News)
  restoration in California in 2010. During restoration, attention to enhancing still further the dynamics of the car was lavished in numerous areas including the straight-six, twin-cam XK 4.2-litre engine, the gearbox – fully rebuilt with steel synchromesh rings - braking and suspension. In common
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  Volkswagen launches Golf GTI 5 Mar 2013 (News)
  Performance Package version - both are powered by a 2.0-litre TSI - but the latter gets uprated brakes and a front differential. The GTI receives the usual low-key exterior - lowered suspension, twin exhausts, 18-inch alloy wheels and a body kit with complementary red pinstriping. A six-speed
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  Geneva Motor Show 2013: Renault unveils Scenic XMOD 7 Feb 2013 (News)
  or slippery surfaces. Depending on the road conditions, drivers can choose from three settings on a dial in the cabin – ‘Expert,’ which takes control of the braking system, ‘Road,’ for regular driving and ‘Loose Ground.’ All of the key
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  Proof not all young drivers are reckless 25 May 2012 (News)
  and other information. Additionally, drivers must stay off the road after 11PM. If the black box records good behaviour, with few incidences of high speed cornering, harsh acceleration and sudden braking, then the driver is rewarded with a reduced premium the next year. On top of that, the best
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  Mercedes-Benz launches competition for young drivers 20 Apr 2012 (News)
  Mercedes-Benz has launched a competition to give 100 youngsters a chance to drive on the famous Silverstone race circuit. It’s free to enter and the winners will get a tailored lesson in car control, braking, roundabouts and manoeuvres
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  Geneva Motor Show 2012: Vauxhall launches Astra VXR 9 Mar 2012 (News)
  to give the VXR plenty of grip and traction. Hopefully it will be an improvement on the previous VXR which was certainly powerful, but lacked finesse. Other changes include brakes developed by Brembo and Vauxhall’s fully adaptive FlexRide system as standard. In the Astra VXR, FlexRide has
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  World's Fastest Rolls To Perform at Santa Pod 21 Oct 2011 (News)
   tube chassis, suspension and braking system replace the hefty 4775lb weight of the original components and make for one hell of a rapid, rockin’ Roller. You really want to see this unlikely looking machine firing up the strip! For more information on the Flame and Thunder event, please click
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  Ford's latest green cars 7 Sep 2011 (News)
  models is stop/start technology, regenerative braking, a gearshift indicator and ‘Ford Eco Mode,’ which coaches the driver by monitoring their driving style and suggested simple improvements. This system alone can improve fuel economy by as much as 10%. Both models also benefit from improved
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  New Fiat Panda to premiere at Frankfurt 30 Aug 2011 (News)
  equipment and connectivity were priorities for the design team. Brake assist, Isofix attachment points, and anti-whiplash headrests are amongst the standard safety gear, and Blue&Me connectivity allows drivers to use their mobile phones and other devices via the car without taking their hands off
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  ABI calls for ban on referral fees 13 Apr 2011 (News)
  on the same day as the AA announce the average cost of a motor insurance premium has risen by 40% over last year. Nick Starling, the ABI’s Director of General Insurance and Health, said: “Enough is enough. Putting the brake on ambulance-chasing lawyers and claims management firms cannot
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  Vauxhall to offer a lifetime warranty on all new cars 5 Aug 2010 (News)
  products and a clear intent to provide the very best customer service in the UK,' said Duncan Aldred, Managing Director of Vauxhall Motors. The comprehensive new OEM warranty cover includes powertrain, steering system, brake system and electrical equipment throughout the life of the vehicle
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  Mercedes offers new service plan 15 Mar 2010 (News)
  manufacturer-recommended service items, such as spark plugs, filters and brake fluid. It can be used to spread the cost of maintenance over any period an owner wants and it's transferable with the car when the owner sells it. Angela Shepherd, Customer Services Director of Mercedes-Benz UK, said
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  Drivers may find new research "really worrying" 9 Jul 2009 (News)
  Tyres Guy Frobisher stated: "These statistics are really worrying." He added: "When driving, so much can happen in just a few seconds that you need to be able to react quickly so you can brake safely." Mr Frobisher went on to say as motorists are so easily