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  £1,000 Off Daihatsu Terios S 22 Apr 2009 (News)
  comes as standard with all Terios models, with full-time four-wheel-drive, wheel-spin-limiting central locking differential, 15-inch front disc brakes, Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Anti-Lock Braking and Brake Assist functions, independent suspension with excellent ride and handling, twin
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  Nissan X-Trail Prices and Specs 2 Oct 2001 (News)
  unit developing 138bhp at 6,000rpm and 142 lb ft (192Nm) torque at 4,000rpm. This gets to sixty in 11.0 seconds, tops out at 110mph, does 30.4mpg on the combined cycle and emits 221g/km CO2. (Auto: 12.8 secs, 101mph; 28.2mpg; 237g/km CO2.) Kerb weight of the manual is 1,415kg and maximum braked trailer
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  Hot New Variants from FIAT and Skoda 5 Apr 2001 (News)
  an aluminium gearknob and gearlever surround, an aluminium handbrake, Abarth branded kick plates, Abarth styled front and rear spoilers, Abarth branded side skirts, aluminium sports pedals, Abarth steering wheel and Abarth alloy wheels. Driver, passenger and side airbags, ABS anti-lock brakes, a satellite
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  Latest From Toyota on Accelerator Pedals and Prius Braking 5 Feb 2010 (News)
  The following Q&A details the key facts concerning the safety recall of Toyota vehicles and Toyota’s official comment on reports concerning braking issues with Prius.  Further information will be provided by the Toyota GB Press Office as and when it becomes available
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  Paris Motor Show 2012: Porsche shows Panamera Sport Turismo 26 Sep 2012 (News)
  Porsche has shown the Panamera Sport Turismo, a larger ‘Shooting Brake’ style version of its large executive model. It’s a concept, but it could go into production in the future against the likes of the Audi A7
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  Bargain New Ssangyong Kyron Diesel Auto, Only £13,495 8 Oct 2009 (News)
     £13,495 12V DC power outlets  x 2 18" alloy wheels 6 speaker sudio system 60:40 split  folding 2nd row of seats ABS with EBD (Electronic Brake  Distribution) Auto climate control air conditioning Battery  saver Centre storage console
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  MoT Data for Darlington 6 May 2014 (News)
  . That said, those cars that do fail have some numbers significantly higher than the national average – like the failure rate for brakes, which is 28% higher than average. This is probably down to the DL postcode covering a lot of countryside, including some of the Yorkshire Dales and Teesdale, where
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  Young drivers taught benefits of safer motoring 3 Oct 2007 (News)
  People who will be taking to the road in the next few years are the target of a new campaign by a national road safety charity. In 2005, there were 292 young drivers between the ages of 15 and 25 killed in collisions in the Thames Valley area. The FedEx & Brake Road Safety
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  Editing Error in Today's HJ Column 23 Jun 2001 (News)
  it is likely to cause other problems, like the car running away with you. Either use the parking brake and release it against torque converter take-up. Or learn to use your left foot on the footbrake and release it gradually like a clutch as you apply pressure on the accelerator. Left foot braking is the only
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  Geneva Motor Show 2014: Kia Soul EV offers 124 mile range 7 Mar 2014 (News)
  the efficiency and potential range of the Soul EV, regenerative braking captures and recycles the car's kinetic energy while it is coasting and braking. Users can choose between three regenerative braking modes depending on the amount of braking support and regenerative power required. Soul EV owners can
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  December 2018 DVSA recall round-up: SEAT Arona, Ibiza and Volkswagen Polo recalled for seat belt fix 10 Dec 2018 (News)
  and Ibiza models in the UK and the fix will see dealers fitting a permanent plastic spacer in the double buckle of the rear seat. Volkswagen is also recalling 3300 T-Roc models over an electric parking brake issue. According to the safety notice, the electro-mechanical park brake 'may be released
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  Michelin campaigns for introduction of worn tyre ratings 12 May 2017 (News)
  Michelin is calling for the introduction of worn tyre ratings after it emerged that wet braking distances for some tyres can exceed 60 metres when the tread depth approaches 1.6mm.  Under current EU rules, tyres are measured for noise, rolling resistance and wet
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  New Mercedes C-Class Executive SE adds value and efficiency 31 Oct 2009 (News)
  . As with every manual C-Class the Executive SE features Hill Start Assist, removing the need to operate the parking brake whilst moving away from a standstill.  The system holds the car for a second enabling the driver to move from the brake onto the accelerator for a smooth pull away
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  Surplus Parts Up For Grabs At Sensible Money 10 Jun 2010 (News)
  with prices.  "It's a great deal for customers" says Martin Mosley of Carparts-direct. "We've got to get rid of these items and this is the best way to do it. There are some exciting things there. Brakes, Shockers, Electrical and even the famous Rossini Brake Discs
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  New Ford Mondeo 'creates a smooth and stress-free drive' 17 Jan 2008 (News)
  , Ford said in a statement. Indeed, ACC also provides extra safety to motorists by utilising radar technology that automatically slows the vehicle down if a car in front puts on its brakes. Commenting on the high-tech equipment, Ford active safety supervisor Volker Weinhold said
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  Day-after-drinking 'a problem in young drivers' 11 Dec 2007 (News)
  A large amount of young people are taking to the road despite drinking a large amount the night before, it has been claimed. Research from breakdown firm Green Flag in conjunction with road safety charity Brake has shown that 45 per cent of drivers have risked their lives in such a fashion
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  Michelin Pilot Performance Tyres - Tested at Estoril 11 Jul 2011 (News)
  HJ tests wet braking and track performance of Michelin Pilot 3, Michelin Pilot Super Sport, Michelin Pilot Cup and Michelin Pilot slicks at Estoril circuit in Portugal.
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  Frankfurt Motor Show 2015: Updated Santa Fe breaks cover 15 Sep 2015 (News)
  bumpers and a larger rooftop spoiler, along with a new range of 17, 18 and 19-inch alloy wheels. Hyundai has improved the Santa Fe's safety kit, with three stage automatic emergency braking that will warn the driver, gradually increasing the braking force and finally apply the brakes fully
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  Geneva Motor Show: Volkswagen swings in with Caddy Maxi Life 5 Mar 2015 (News)
  -of-the-art tech for the Caddy, with the latest generation of EU6 qualifying TDI diesel and TSI petrol engines available. Power starts at 75PS and reaches a heady 150PS. It also has emergency city braking, which applies the brakes if a low speed collission is imminent, and a system that helps prevent knock
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  Wednesday near-miss: Lynx Eventer 17 Apr 2013 (News)
  brake. And unsurprisingly, many observers felt that the Eventer offered a significant improvement to thelines of the XJS. There was no argument that it offered far greater versatility, for while the boot space was similar to that of the standard car with the rear seats in place