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  A Grand Monday: Mercedes-Benz E220 W124 29 May 2017 (News)
  It gives a top speed of 130mph and 0-60mph in 10.5 seconds, which is perfectly adequate, yet it somehow feels slower. The stately driving position, progressive 'organ pedal' accelerator and four-speed auto 'box somehow encouraging you to drive it in a completely unhurried manner. It's quite relaxing as a result, but it won't set the world on fire.
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  Happy Birthday: M25 2 Nov 2016 (News)
  My record, in 2003, was an eleven hour sojourn, joining the celebrated circle at the M23 junction just north of Gatwick. My endurance drive from there to the bottom of the M11 achieved an average of 5.2 miles per hour. I travel the same route regularly even now, and I’m lucky to crack the 120-mile journey to my home in Cambridgeshire from West Sussex in anything less than five hours.
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  32 Years of Mini Cooper S at Next Historics Auction 10 Jul 2015 (News)
  Complementing the coachwork, details include alloy wheels, alloy locking quick release fuel filler and auxiliary quad driving lights at the front. A UK registration V5 document and current MoT test certificate, valid until April 2016, accompany the car. Importantly, since being in the current ownership, this Mini Cooper S has been personally maintained by Tony Franks at his Sussex workshop.
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  Drivers still ignore seatbelt warnings - 50 years on 31 Jan 2015 (News)
  They think if they are driving locally and at a low speed they will be OK. Statistics show that many accidents not only take place at low speeds but also within a few miles of home – so people are mistaken if they think that makes them safer.'
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  Second Preview Brightwells Classic Car Auction, Leominster, Wednesday 26th November 18 Nov 2014 (News)
  . Now we’re covering some of the more unusual and hopefully cheaper lots. 1966 Austin A35 van, estimated £1,700 - £2,000. James Hunt used to drive one of these when he lived in Wimbledon, and I did too, as a delivery driver for Midland Counties Ice Cream, in Scarborough in 1967. ‘Mine’ was the factory hot rod version with the 1,098cc engine and would pull 20, 40, 60 and 80 through the nicely spaced gears.
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  A Grand Monday: BMW 525i Tourer with LPG 6 Oct 2014 (News)
  If you’re after a modern classic that looks great, is practical and fun to drive, then look no further than this 1995 BMW 525i Tourer at just £1650 . Launched in 1988, the shape of the E34 still looks great today and the 2.5-litre DOHC straight-six is one of the best engines ever made by BMW.
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  Latest Volkswagen offers from Drive the Deal 19 Jul 2013 (News)
  These latest deals offer money off the all-new Golf and as as much as 12.5% off the list price of the popular Polo. There are also offers on other Volkswagen models.
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  Preview: Bonhams classic car auction, Goodwood, 12 July 28 Jun 2013 (News)
  Other entries include the 1955 Maserati 300S Sports-Racing Spider that finished third in the 1955 Sebring 12-Hours (estimate: £3.5m-4.5m), a 1934 Alfa Romeo 8C-2300 ‘Le Mans’ Tourer (estimate £1.4m-1.8m), the 1965 Ferrari 330GT 2+2 Coupé bought by the Beatles’ John Lennon on the day he passed his driving test (estimate £180,000-220,000), and an example of the ultimate Ferrari from the 1960s – the 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast – that is one of only six right-hand drive models made (estimate £800,000-1,000,000).
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  Latest Ford offers from Drive the Deal 11 Jan 2013 (News)
  Offers include as much as £3500 off the price of a new Fiesta and even more off the B-MAX mini-MPV.
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  Order a New Mazda6 Skyactiv and Maybe Pay Nothing At All 6 Nov 2012 (News)
  .  Together with SKYACTIV powertrains, the SKYACTIV-Chassis and SKYACTIV-Body make the all-new Mazda6 an engaging and rewarding drive, delivering refined, linear handling, segment-leading safety and a uniquely efficient and lightweight design. Buyers of the new Mazda6 have a choice of four high-efficiency SKYACTIV powertrains with six-speed automatic or manual transmissions.  The 2.0-litre SKYACTIV-G petrol engines produce 145ps and 165ps, while the 2.2-litre SKYACTIV-D diesel engines generate 150ps and 175ps with 380Nm and 420Nm of torque (respectively) at 2,000rpm.
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  MoT Files: Winter 4x4s 20 Sep 2012 (News)
  Suzuki Jimny  - 81.7% pass rate Why spend a fortune? If all you need is an all-wheel drive system for tough conditions, the tiny little Jimny is ideal. 2007 models have an average pass rate of 81.7%, but unfortunately suspension problems are more common on Jimnys than on other cars from 2007, so makes sure everything is in order with the four-wheel drive system.
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  Electric Toyota to Tackle Pike's Peak Hillclimb 9 Jun 2012 (News)
  This year, Toyota will compete in its new  TMG EV P002 car. Multiple Japanese rally champion Fumio Nutahara will drive the car which features prominent branding from Yokohama. Last year TMG set a new electric lap record (9.1 minutes) at the Nürburgring Nordschleife with the road-legal TMG EV P001 car, a record which still stands today.
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  VAG Super Pro Racing at Donington This Weekend 27 Apr 2012 (News)
  Notable additions to the entry list will be Mark Jenkins’ brother Dave, the reigning BTRA (British Truck Racing Association) Champion driving a Mk4 Golf TDi. Also joining the grid will be ex-Production Touring Car driver Liam McMillan in a Seat Leon, as well as James Bradley-Silverstone from Chesterfield VAG tuners JBS Auto Designs driving a Beetle RSi.
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  Mazda 2 Proves Agility on Wall of Death 4 Apr 2012 (News)
  The Mazda 2 is probably the most fun to drive car in  its class. And now it has shown another side to its character by taking on the famous Demon Drome Wall of Death. The Demon Drome Wall of Death measures just 31-foot in diameter and is 85 years old.
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  American Cars are Getting Older 4 Feb 2012 (News)
  Overall, average vehicle age has increased an entire year since 2006 and almost two years since 2000. George K tells us: "Most Americans drive an average of 12-15,000 miles per year. So 7 - 8 years to reach 100K miles. (Some diesel or other owners drive up to 20-50K miles per year). "U.S. drivers "expect" some number of smaller repair bills above and beyond "normal maintenance and wear" items during the ownership period -but hopefully not too many.
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  Japanese imports spotted in the classifieds 9 Nov 2011 (News)
  The Elgrand, however, is much more stylish than its European counterparts, with alloy wheels, deep bumpers and even a spoiler. A 3.5-litre V6 petrol provides the drive – diesels are less popular in Japan than in Europe. The Elgrand has a lot of luxury touches, like a large LCD screen, swivelling chairs trimmed with leather and suede, a reversing camera, and electric sliding doors.
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  Tommy Johnson Jr to Race at FIA 'Main Event' Santa Pod 27-30 May 12 May 2011 (News)
  Santa Pod Raceway may be the home of European Drag racing, but it has also played host to some of America's finest driving talent over the years. Adding to the list of greats that includes Don Garlitts and Melanie Troxel is Iowa-born quarter mile legend and NHRA superstar Tommy Johnson Jr., who has confirmed his attendance at this year's FIA Main Event, between Friday the 27th to Monday 30th May, 2011.
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  Audi to be Featured Marque at Goodwood 19 Mar 2009 (News)
  Auto Union’s pioneering C & D-Type single-seater racing cars from the 1930s, rally and race quattro all-wheel-drive machines and the company’s most recent record breaking Le Mans sportscars are the intended exhibits. Belgium’s sportscar legend Jacky Ickx, who achieved 25 podium finishes in Formula One and six wins in the 24 hours of Le Mans, plus Allan McNish – the only British driver to win the legendary French 24 Hour race in a diesel-engined car – will be amongst those on driving duty for Audi at Goodwood in July.
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  250,000 Mile Warranty For £15,000 7-Seater 27 May 2008 (News)
  The Mercedes T-Tronic transmission is likely to be very popular for an additional £1,500. Topping the Rodius line-up is the 270 EX Auto with torque-on-demand all-wheel drive providing outstanding traction and stability. It packs a big punch at only £19,995. The SsangYong range appeals to those looking for a well equipped, immensely practical vehicle who want value for money rather than paying the premium prices demanded by other brands.
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  Sustainable Mobility, According to Renault Eco2 16 Jun 2010 (News)
  It retrofits engine preheaters and door auto switch-offs for vans that switch off when drivers are making deliveries And eco2 driving training, both on simulators and out on the road in real cars. Of 15,000 drivers trained so far, the average CO2 reduction in cars has been 8-12% and in trucks 5%. I thought this would be of benefit to site visitors, so the video is of an eco driving lesson.