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  Jaguar pulls the wraps off its stunning C-X16 Coupe ahead of its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show 7 Sep 2011 (News)
  these with attributes that set us on a course to create sustainable sports cars of the future.” The hybrid ‘boost’ motor is powered by a 1.6kWh battery pack mounted behind the seats. Charge comes from a brake energy recuperation system. Besides providing extra overtaking performance, the hybrid system allows
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  Bosch Car Service launches online booking 4 Jul 2011 (News)
  Bosch Car Service has launched a new online booking system for drivers who want to book their vehicle in for servicing, MoTs and repairs such as replacing brake pads and discs, air conditioning recharging and cam belt
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  Maserati unveils high-performance GranCabrio Sport 22 Feb 2011 (News)
  in the Quattroporte Sport GT S. The handling has been tweaked too, with an upgrade and revision of the Skyhook active-suspension system - now with a sportier tuning - and the fitting of grooved and drilled dual-cast brake discs. To help it stand out, the GranCabrio Sport gets a black grille and a Trident
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  Expensive Sports Seats for 500 and Grande Punto Abarth 11 Jun 2009 (News)
  , the ‘Abarth Corse by Sabelt’ is light, strong, comfortable and highly efficient in retaining body control under cornering, braking and acceleration forces, thanks to its mono-layer padding containment bands. The forward-tipping seatback comprises a headrest with slit for a full multi-point safety
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  £140 TRACK DAY DEAL AT CASTLE COMBE 31 May 2008 (News)
  years of age and must also sign the indemnity, prior to going out on the circuit. Instructors are on hand all day long, and are happy to assist and advise you on the correct lines, braking and turn-in points, to make your day as safe as possible. For full details on all Castle
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  HOW TO PREVENT SUSPENSION BOTTOMING OUT 6 Mar 2008 (News)
  Serious road accident are caused by motorists driving with their rear suspension ‘bottoming out’ resulting in a loss of steering control, ineffective braking and raised headlights that blind oncoming drivers – now there is a simple solution. Motorists who tow
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  National Distribution for Grey Import Parts 21 Feb 2006 (News)
  parts are available under the Blue Print brand for all Japanese vehicles. Routine service parts are available as well as all the wear and tear parts such as brake discs, pads and steering joints. The range is massive. Mail order specialist
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  New Micra Prices Announced 14 Nov 2002 (News)
  brakeforce distribution and Nissan Brake Assist, a huge 13 litre glovebox and, of course, chain-cam petrol engines. The range starts with the 65PS 1.0E at £7,495 for the 3-door or £7,995 for the 5-door. £7,995 also buys an 80PS 1.2S 3-door, which has side airbags
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  153mph Golf R32 Here October at £22,340 18 Aug 2002 (News)
  to the red line, it produces a distinctive engine note. Visual cues include new front and rear bumpers, side sills, blue brake callipers and imposing 18-inch ‘Aristo’ alloy wheels, while silver ‘R32’ badges take pride of place on the grille and tailgate. Inside
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  Mixed Reviews of New MINI 23 May 2001 (News)
  the car a rave review, particularly praising the brakes. Peter Hall of 'The Daily Telegraph' gives his verdict of the new MINI on Saturday when The Telegraph Motoring will be largely devoted to Minis, including Tony Anchors amazing Mini Thatched Cottage.
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  Two More New Models from Hyundai 9 Mar 2001 (News)
  . Engine options will be a 2.5 litre petrol, a 3.5 litre V6 petrol and a 2.9 litre common-rail turbodiesel. Standard equipment will include ABS with electronic brake force distribution, driver and passenger airbags, variable ratio steering; the option of manual or automatic transmission; and the option
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  Honest John's Motoring Agony Column 6-6-2015 6 Jun 2015 (News)
  than private buyers and they will try to beat you down on price. I’d also advertise on Pistonheads.   Broken brakes I have the ABS CPU issue on my Skoda Octavia. I have a report from a Skoda main dealer stating that the problem is an internal wiring issue in the CPU
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  2021 Skoda Fabia: Fresh tech and much more space 6 May 2021 (News)
  SEAT Ibiza. Slim, LED headlights (standard), new foglights and a reshaped bumper are the most obvious changes at the front, while optional LED brake lights and a more prominent spoiler. There are just three trim levels (S, SE and SE L), all of which get new circular air vents
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  Nokian Weatherproof Wins Auto Zeitung All Season Tyre Test 3 Nov 2015 (News)
  for Nokian Weatherproof. The All-Weather tyre of the world’s leading winter tyre specialist reaches the highest score on slush. “Highest safety with aquaplaning, short braking distances, good wet grip, safe driving properties” – that is the outstanding rating of Auto Zeitung in its
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  Fixed Price Servicing for SEATs 25 Nov 2011 (News)
  of maintenance jobs for SEAT models aged between three and ten years. Air conditioning service (£69), brake pad replacement (£99), cambelt change (£299), even alloy wheel refurbishment (£59) - they're all now offered at easy-to-understand fixed prices at participating SEAT dealerships nationwide
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  New Volkswagen Golf GTI revealed 27 Feb 2020 (News)
  steering wheel and red brake calipers. 17-inch alloy wheels are standard (18- and 19-inch are available as optional extras), while the interior gets the GTI's trademark tartan bucket seats. There's also a 10.25-inch digital instrument panel, featuring bespoke GTI graphics. Performance figures
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  Drivers over 50 say car makers are 'out of touch with reality' 20 Feb 2020 (News)
  questioned ranked reliability, price and safety as their most important considerations in new cars, while features like lane assist and automatic braking were at the bottom of the list. While senior motorists across the UK agreed that they miss ignition keys and CD players, those in Wales also said
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  Speed limiters and black boxes to be fitted to all new cars within three years 25 Feb 2019 (News)
  Data recorders, speed limiters and automated braking systems could soon be compulsory on all new cars, following a key vote by MEPs. Members of the European Parliament’s Committee on Internal Market and Consumer Protection (IMCO) voted in favour
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  Pristine Matching Numbers Aston Martin DB5 in Historics 22nd September Auction. 14 Aug 2018 (News)
  it immensely and had the brakes overhauled by Red Triangle 500 miles ago. Considering the fact that a similar car sold for £150,000 in Historics Ascot sale last year, this one is very conservatively estimated at £54,000 t0 £62,000. Entries are still being invited to Historics September
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  Can fuel tanks explode in the hot weather? 27 Jun 2018 (News)
  of problems being linked to poor maintenance, with unsafe brakes, lights and tyres.