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  Frankfurt Motor Show 2013: Jaguar to unveil 4x4 concept 2 Sep 2013 (News)
  Rover Evoque, which will probably be launched in 2016. The C-X17 is an important concept car for Jaguar, because it will be an entirely new proposition for the company, which has never built a 4x4 production car before. But it's hoped that the new car, when it reaches production
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  Gallery: 50 years of Porsche 911 8 Feb 2013 (News)
  The evergreen 911 is celebrating its 50th birthday in 2013, and Porsche will be marking the occasion in style with a series of events throughout the year. We thought we'd mark the anniversary, too, by bringing you a gallery of all the important road versions you could buy over the years
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  Gallery: 50 years of Porsche 911 8 Feb 2013 (News)
  The evergreen 911 is celebrating its 50th birthday in 2013, and Porsche will be marking the occasion in style with a series of events throughout the year. We thought we'd mark the anniversary, too, by bringing you a gallery of all the important road versions you could buy over the years
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  First time pass for the first ever electric vehicle driving test 7 Feb 2013 (News)
  driving test in an electric vehicle,” said Ian McIntosh, CEO of RED Driving School. “We think it’s important to get young people to experience the latest vehicle technologies.” The Ampera uses a battery and electric motor for shorter journeys, but has a 1.4-litre petrol
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  Charity launches safety initiative for disabled vehicle users 12 Nov 2012 (News)
  in the vehicle. Converting a car to be suitable for wheelchair users usually involves significant structural changes which can affect body rigidity and occupant safety, so ensuring converted vehicles remain safe is important – the new labelling will allow buyers
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  Audi A2 Concept to debut at Frankfurt 2 Sep 2011 (News)
  foglights, which project a red warning triangle through the fog onto the road in bad weather. Light is an important  part of the A2 Concept – a dynamic light runs along the side of the car below the windows and acts as a sidelight under normal circumstances, or flashes when indicating. It also turns
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  Motorists confess their bad habits 19 Aug 2011 (News)
  , of motoring safety partnership RoadSafe, said: “There is a need for people to learn again how to drive. Advanced driving lessons are an extremely good idea." Ford also asked about their latest safety technology – 32% said airbags were the most important technology, followed by Active City Stop with 19
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  Electric Morgan in development 18 Aug 2011 (News)
  , which is important in a sports car. Secondly, it will allow shorter gear ratios to improve acceleration, and finally, keeping the motor in its ‘sweet spot’ by changing gear at the right time should improve the range. “This is an exciting investigation into the potential for a zero-emissions
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  Bristol Cars acquired by Kamkorp-Autokraft 21 Apr 2011 (News)
  . William Chia, the group’s Director of Operations, said: “Bristol Cars is a British institution and an important part of our national motoring heritage.  Over the next few months we will start to reveal the details of our plans to combine Bristol Cars’ tradition and iconic marque with Frazer-Nash’s
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  IAM issues snowball warning 31 Dec 2009 (News)
  . "You should drive slowly enough so you can stop, but also fast enough to give you the all-important momentum to deal with hills so you can avoid getting stuck and sliding back," he explained. Another vital tip, he said, is to allow ample time for any trip, as conditions can
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  DIY car maintenance 'on the up' 8 Dec 2009 (News)
  should not be put off as doing so could be dangerous. The Institute of Advanced Motorists recently called attention to the importance of getting a full service check in the run-up to winter. On wet, slippery roads and dark nights, having all car features in tip-top shape could
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  Winter 'demands extra car care' 30 Nov 2009 (News)
  energy to warms up and reach an efficient running temperature. Keeping a vehicle clean is also very important, as salt and grit build-up can cause corrosion to both the external and internal surfaces of the motor. Rusting of the body work is another threat presented by salting but one
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  Vauxhall boasts more energy efficient Corsa range 19 Nov 2009 (News)
  to these improvements. The manufacturer also presented what it said was a better chassis following "important revisions to the car's steering and suspension set-ups". With softer springs in the front suspension and changes to the anti-roll bar, it expressed optimism that motorists would
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  Drivers heading abroad 'need to think about breakdown cover' 20 Aug 2009 (News)
  protection is also an important consideration. It stated this type of protection is just as crucial as travel and car insurance . Drivers were also warned not to take it for granted that the service that covers them
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  Modern cars better-equipped to avoid accidents 17 Aug 2009 (News)
  of vehicles across the continent that boasted the electronic stability program last year rose by five per cent, compared to 2007. The company was the first to develop this system and claimed it makes an important contribution to reducing the risk of crashes. Spokesperson Dr Werner Struth
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  Car insurance customers 'should think about their priorities' 21 Jul 2009 (News)
  Motorists who feel overwhelmed by the vast array of car insurance policies on the market should make a note of the features that are most important to them, it has been suggested. Defaqto issued this advice after
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  Holidaymakers 'need to check tyres' 1 Jul 2009 (News)
  stated: "Motorway gridlock is a common sight in the summer months and one that could be avoided if more motorists made time for straightforward tyre safety checks." As well as checking pressure and tread, vehicle owners were also urged to keep an eye on general wear and tear to this important
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  Sun 'can damage cars' 30 Jun 2009 (News)
  this kind of damage occurring. It suggested applying a balm that can help block out potentially dangerous rays. Hemant Patel, technical director with Autoglym, stated: "We all know the importance of using sun cream to care for our skin and ... a good coating of wax or polish can add
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  Car owners urged to hide keys 30 Jun 2009 (News)
  no thought to such matters. However, the manufacturer warned that in 2008, some £39.5 million worth of vehicles were stolen after burglars entered people's houses and took their car keys. In a bid to help highlight the importance of the issue, Vauxhall has teamed up with Bedfordshire
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  Charity urges families to focus on road safety 26 May 2009 (News)
  the group advised: "Make the most of the opportunity to help your children learn about road safety." Ensuring youngsters are properly strapped in was additionally highlighted as being important. Motorists were also advised to programme satnavs before leaving and turn off