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  Busy junctions 'are hazardous for young drivers' 13 Oct 2008 (News)
  on their car insurance after a collision at an intersection - parents should encourage their children to sign up for advanced training. Kevin Delaney, head of road safety at IAM, said: "The majority of young drivers have the right attitude to driving but aren't fully prepared for dealing
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  Mazda3 makeover 'to be revealed in Los Angeles' 9 Oct 2008 (News)
  features and being fun to drive, it adds. At this month's Paris Motor Show, the manufacturer unveiled an eco-friendly concept car, a refreshed version of the MX-5, a new-generation turbo diesel engine for the Mazda6 and updates to the Mazda2
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  Satnavs reduce stress and emissions, says TomTom 23 Sep 2008 (News)
  per cent) of UK users agreed with the statement that driving with a satnav made them feel calmer. Are you buying or selling? Click here to find out what Honest John has to say.
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  'Blinking can keep drivers from crashing' 28 Aug 2008 (News)
  on their car insurance policy. Mr Williams said: "It is a built-in early warning system that gives us the opportunity to head for the nearest motorway service area or other refuge from the road before our driving becomes erratic and potentially dangerous." GEM was recently voted
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  Eco-converts could pick up pay 4 Aug 2008 (News)
  is Hollywood film star Cameron Diaz. The Charlie's Angels and There's Something About Mary star drives an environmentally-friendly Toyota Prius. If you want to know how to find the best deal for your car insurance, finance
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  Cleanest premium cars 'made by BMW' 21 Jul 2008 (News)
  Group should be praised for its leading stance in this area. It's proof that driving dynamics can go hand-in-hand with a green conscience," commented Jay Nagley from Clean Green Cars. Officials in Beijing have announced that they will only be allowing the city's 3.3 million vehicles
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  Credit crunch 'leading to interest in alternative fuels' 15 Jul 2008 (News)
  of the economy has lead to a rise in the popularity of eco-friendly models. Indeed, people looking for cheaper car insurance costs could find that cover companies give them less expensive deals if they drive environmentally
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  Young drivers given safety lesson in Scotland 8 Jul 2008 (News)
  will take place at Grampian Karting Club near Banf. If motorists heed the message, it may be that they improve their driving and save on their car insurance policies in the future. Constable Julie Bremner from
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  Car credit deals 'have risen in 2008' 3 Jul 2008 (News)
  expecting to purchase a new vehicle soon may consider taking car buying advice on finance. "We are finding that our highly-affordable point of sale products ... are proving extremely popular, enabling customers to drive a car
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  C-Cactus among five new Citroens at UK expo 24 Jun 2008 (News)
  to those motorists who drive vehicles which do not damage the environment as much as others. Citroen stated: "The innovative concept car combines affordable hybrid technology with recycled components and stands alongside Citroen's other production models highlighting the company's commitment
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  What Car? announces Green Awards details 24 Jun 2008 (News)
  The winners of What Car?'s Green Awards are to be announced at the British International Motor Show, the publication has announced. Prizes will be handed out across ten categories on the exhibition's Press Day - July 22nd 2008 - at 17:00 BST at the Greener Driving Pavilion, it added
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  Consumers 'buying eco-friendly cars to save money' 11 Jun 2008 (News)
  that the cost of driving a 4x4 vehicle has doubled in the past 12 months. If you want to know how to find the best deal for your car insurance, finance or warranty click here.
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  Older cars 'cheaper to run' 11 Jun 2008 (News)
  than one year's depreciation on a brand new car." The firm claims that driving an old vehicle is the best method of practical inexpensive motoring and the cheapest way of running a car. According to recent research by insurance.co.uk, 41 per cent of drivers are consciously
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  Safety poll sees glamour model come out on top 24 Apr 2008 (News)
  , the public admire celebrities like these, so they really could have the ability to help to change opinions and save lives." This comes as a Guardian interview with driving instructor Gary Lamb has revealed the teacher's distinguished former clients. Included are comedian Clive James
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  Chevrolet lifts lid on world's 'first car fitting room' 15 Apr 2008 (News)
  The world's first car fitting room has been installed by automobile manufacturer Chevrolet. Motorists looking to pick up a new vehicle can head to the firm's Phoenix Wimbledon site and check out what they look like in the driving seat using mirrors and a special remote-controlled platform
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  Environmental nature makes i City Car 'runaway success' 19 Nov 2007 (News)
  Mitsubishi believes the success of its i City Car is down to its environmental credentials. The Japanese car manufacturer has stated that while styling plays a part, the model is particularly attractive to those interested in eco-friendly driving. It added that 300 units were
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  Daihatsu Offers For Summer 2007 6 Jul 2007 (News)
  From 1 July until 30 September. Daihatsu Terios compact 4x4s at a £1,000 reduction. Terios 1.5 S now costs £11,995 with air-conditioning, power-steering, ABS with EBD and full-time four-wheel drive with electronic centre diff-lock. Also standard are driver, passenger
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  210bhp for £16,995 17 Jul 2002 (News)
  SEAT has announced a lower than expected price of £16,995 for its 210bhp Leon Cupra R, and deliveries have already begun. The hand-built front-drive Cupra R offers 147mph performance with 0-60 in 6.9 seconds. Modifications over and above the standard 180bhp Cupra R include twin
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  Ford Focus ST170 Finally Here 14 Mar 2002 (News)
  with 215/45 R17 tyres. There are large diameter discs all round with four-channel ABS and traction control. The car is claimed to be huge fun to drive and should be a strong competitor to the SEAT Leon 20VT, Skoda Octavia RS, Honda Civic Type R, RenaultSport Clio 172 and VW Golf GTi 180. More
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  Santa Fe Gets Diesel Option 10 Jul 2001 (News)
  . Top speed is 103mph, 0 to 60 takes 14.9 seconds, combined economy is 37.2mpg and and CO2 emissions are 202 g/km. Standard equipment includes ABS with EBD, engine immobiliser, seat belt pretensioners, air conditioning, four-wheel-drive with double differential, CD radio with RDS, electric