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  Watch Classic Porsches in Action on Porsche TV 2 Dec 2009 (News)
  Visitors to www.porsche.co.uk/experience can view a selection of classic Porsche sports cars being put through their paces around the world-class track facility at the Porsche Experience Centre , Silverstone. In a series of videos, Gordon Robertson, Chief Porsche Driving Consultant, tests the cars around the handling circuit and fully explores their heritage and, of course, performance. The most recent film describes the iconic 1973

  Baked turbo on the menu for more drivers 1 Dec 2009 (News)
      Average incidence rate Average repair cost Engine failure (overall) 11.3% £619 Turbo failure 27.8% £874.82     Delivering up to 40% better fuel economy for diesels and 20% for petrol, turbochargers are leading the way in the drive towards smaller, greener engines.   Today, 50 percent of cars built in Europe come fitted with the technology, which pushes compressed air into the engine, but that figure could rise to as high as 85 percent by 2020.
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  Superchips Boosts BMW E90/E92 320d to 220bhp 7 Nov 2009 (News)
  The end result is an ECU remap which adds an extra 44bhp and 103Nm to the E90-E93 320D, increasing the maximum outputs to 220bhp and 444Nm respectively, transforming the performance of the 1495 kilo car. Driveability is also greatly improved, producing a car that’s both faster and easier to drive. Pleasingly, the 320D’s much praised fuel economy is unaffected by the Superchip’s ECU remap and in most instances consumption improves due to the extra low rev torque available to the driver.
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  Ford Lets You Tell Its Cars What To Do 29 Oct 2009 (News)
  Ford drivers can change the radio station, adjust the climate control or even control the satellite navigation system without taking their eyes off the road or hands off the wheel. Ford's Voice Control enhances driving all Ford models in a number of ways.  For example, stating a few simple commands enables a phone number to be selected and dialled by a bonded mobile phone with Bluetooth®. Ford's Voice Control technology also allows drivers to operate their radio and CD system, adjust the climate control and select a route on the satnav system.
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  New Mazda CX-7 2.2 Diesel to Debut at Frankfurt 14 Aug 2009 (News)
    Under the bonnet, the clean-running and highly efficient MZR-CD 2.2-litre turbo diesel engine will offer customers eco-friendly performance twinned with a sporty drive already familiar to the current model.  New Mazda CX-7 complies with Euro Stage V emissions regulations, despite being a roomy SUV, achieving a significant reduction in fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions.
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  New Aston Martin Book 7 Aug 2009 (News)
  He covers engine designs, coachwork and appointments, and shares with us his extensive experience of driving, owning, buying and restoring these wonderful machines. The lively text is accompanied by superb photographs, sourced from the works, private collections and special commissions, along with practical buying and restoration advice.
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  Vintage Rolls Royces in Barons 28th July Auction 23 Jul 2009 (News)
  Other notable lots include a charming, rare RHD 1918 Buick E-Six-49 Open Tourer (£17,000-£20,000), a 1938 Packard One Twenty Eight 4 Door Sedan which is believed to have been stationed at Bletchley Park during World War II (£15,000-£17,000), an elegant 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300SL (£13,500-£15,000) and a 1992 Maserati Shamal Coupé, one of just 25 right-hand drive examples produced (£14,000-£16,000). There’s also a sleek 1936 Riley Kestrel 12-4 Six Light Saloon (£24,000-26,000), an outstanding 1970 Series 2 FHC E-type Jaguar (£25,000-£29,000), 1972 Bristol 411 Saloon SIII (£15,000-17,000), a fine 1967 Triumph TR250 (£15,000-18,000) and a 1953 MG TD MKII, which has covered just 1,700 miles in the past 30 years (£12,000-£14,000).
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  LOW Cost 12 Month LPG Car Leasing Offer 13 Dec 2008 (News)
  Subaru Forester 2.0 XC LPG Manual and Auto 12 Month Contract 24,000 Miles allowed Contract hire rate - £239.99+VAT Key Features At A Glance: 4x4 Drive Alloys Climate Control Heated Seats Electric Sunroof 6 Disc CD Autochanger Electric Windows Facts & Figures: Combined Fuel Consumption manual 33.2mpg (on petrol) Towing Capacity 1500kg Please note this car runs on LPG fuel which only costs approx 53 pence per litre.
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  Tax Free Cars 28 Jul 2008 (News)
  The following is a selection of brand new cars that have a CO2 g/km of less than 100, this means that currently you will not have to pay any road tax to drive you car on the UK roads. If you can't find the new car you are looking for please call 7 875418 for competitive quotes on all makes and models. Low C02 Rated Cars – CO2 Rates less than 100 g/km Seat Ibiza 3dr Hat 1.4 Tdi Ecomotive Seat Ibiza 5dr Hat 1.4 Tdi Ecomotive Volkswagen Polo 3dr Hat 1.4 Bluemotion 1 Tdi 80ps Volkswagen Polo 3dr Hat 1.4 Bluemotion 2 Tdi 80ps Volkswagen Polo 5dr Hat 1.4 Bluemotion 1 Tdi 80ps Volkswagen Polo 5dr Hat 1.4 Bluemotion 2 Tdi 80ps Why not call our team to get a quote on the car of your choice, 08707 875418.
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  DEBUTANTS SET NEW BENCHMARK FOR DROP-TOP RESIDUAL VALUES 20 Mar 2008 (News)
  Many manufacturers have opted to launch coupe-convertibles with folding hard roofs instead of the more traditional soft tops, a move which has failed to attract the more image-conscious drivers who like people to know that they drive convertibles. “We believe that a good number of prospective buyers have been waiting for a compact cabriolet from a prestige-brand carmaker. For these consumers the 1-Series and A3, which have created a new niche in the drop-top market, will fit the bill.
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  VED INCREASES WON’T CHANGE SSANGYONG PRICES 14 Mar 2008 (News)
  They are especially suitable for anyone with a regular or occasional need to tow a caravan, boat or horsebox and if you need to venture off the Tarmac, SsangYong’s four-wheel drive systems will let you do it with ease. There’s a brand new web site at www.ssangyonggb.co.uk .
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  7-seat Captiva Diesel Down to £19,995 12 Feb 2008 (News)
  What’s more, those who order the Captiva Edge in the model’s distinctive launch colour of Zest Brown, a bold orangey-copper shade, will also get the metallic paint thrown in without cost – a reward for driving one of the most noticeable Captivas on the road! The limited edition adds even more great value for money to the Captiva range and will further strengthen Chevrolet’s growth in the UK market – in January, sales grew by 81% versus January 07, which followed on from overall sales growth of 27.6 % in 2007.
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  New X-Trail Launch Offer 18 Aug 2007 (News)
  Extra spec over TREK includes ALL-MODE 4x4-i, the intelligent version of the 4x4 system that not only transfers from 2wd to 4wd when conditions sense it is required but now also features Electronic Stability Control (ESP), Uphill Start Support (USS) and Downhill Drive Support (DDS). SPORT also comes with 17" alloys, front fog lamps, panoramic sunroof, cruise control, privacy glass, speed sensing auto lock, rain sensing wipers, auto headlamps and a 6 x CD auto-changer with 6 speakers.
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  Look Forward to a £350 Winter Breakdown 11 Nov 2003 (News)
  Based on 30,000 policies, the independent automotive warranty specialist warns that the cost of driving during the winter months can leave many with a nasty repair bill at a time when turkey, presents and January sales are the order of the day. Compared to the summer, January to February sees 22.5 percent more claims for alternator failure, nearly 17 percent more problems with water pumps, and a massive 106 percent increase in breakdowns caused by faulty engine oil parts.
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  Yaris Becomes a Motability Contender 18 Sep 2001 (News)
  The upright seating, ease of entry and egress, power steering and excellent four speed automatic transmission make it particularly well suited to elderly and disabled drivers. Put it this way: it's the car Honest John recommended to his mum, and she now drives one. The Toyota Yaris has also been recognised as the safest car in its class, boasting a four-star rating in the European New Car Assessment Programme (NCAP). Intelligent energy-absorbing crumple zones are built in to protect the occupants, who also benefit from twin airbags and a high-mounted rear stop lamp.
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  BMW to Launch M5 F10 at Goodwood Festival of Speed 22 Jun 2011 (News)
  He will be joined by legendary Formula 1 commentator, Murray Walker.  Le Mans ace Dirk Müller to drive the BMW Z4 GT3 Straight from the Le Mans 24 Hours, and a podium finish for BMW Motorsport, Dirk Müller will drive the BMW Z4 GT3 against the clock on the famous Goodwood 1.16 mile hillclimb.
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  Honest John's Motoring Agony Column 6-6-2015 6 Jun 2015 (News)
  The only way is RS6 I am seriously considering buying a used Audi RS6 Avant, spending around £30k at an Audi dealer so that I can get an Audi extended warranty, etc. I love cars and driving and have always wanted either an M5, RS5 or E63, as they all do an estate version. The RS6 with its 4-wheel drive looks to be the best car for UK roads, but have I missed something? Petrol and service costs I can work out, but are there any insurance companies who specialise in these sorts of cars as the run of the mills firms are not interested.
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  Honest John's Motoring Agony Column 4 Apr 2015 (News)
  Any advice on trim or colours? AD, via email I prefer the Mazda 2 to drive. The Fiesta did not get better to drive until the facelift. One worthwhile change to the Mazda 2 was dropping below 120g/km CO2, which happened as part of the 2011 facelift. They look good with alloy wheels, and aftermarket black powder coated alloys can look very good indeed.
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  New Fiat 500 revealed: popular city car goes electric 4 Mar 2020 (News)
  There are three driving modes: Sherpa, Normal and Range. Sherpa is intended to provide a useful boost in range when required, reducing throttle response, limiting top speed to 50mph and switching off the climate control.
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  Campbell’s DB4 GT for sale at Goodwood Revival 12 Sep 2019 (News)
  An Aston that used to be owned by speed record breaker Donald Campbell is going under the hammer. The 1961 Aston Martin DB4 GT is one of only 45 right-hand drive examples produced. It is for sale at Bonhams Goodwood Revival auction on Saturday, 14 September. For many, the DB4 was the ultimate Gran Turismo of its time. Introduced in 1958, marrying state-of-the-art British engineering, it featured a new steel platform chassis with disc brakes all round and a race-developed twin-cam six-cylinder engine.