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  Top tips for winter car maintenance 15 Dec 2008 (News)
  Allow your car to sit for a few seconds once the engine has been turned so that a proper flow of oil has been established and there is adequate lubrication before driving off. 7. Use a high performance fuel treatment to enhance your engine performance and provide wear protection in cold conditions. 8. Make sure that your heater/defroster is working properly.
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  Santa Pod ‘Run What You Brung’ in 2009 21 Nov 2008 (News)
  ‘It’s a difficult financial climate for motorists at the moment.’ he said. ‘That’s why we will continue to drive down the cost for enthusiasts. For £35, you will get full computerised timing slips on each run, measuring your reactions, terminal speed and total quarter mile time. It’s the equivalent of having unlimited use of Silverstone, under race conditions - with all of the timing gear at your disposal, for less than the cost of half a tank of fuel, Come and enjoy yourselves in a totally safe - and legal environment’ In-keeping with the value for money theme, any additional spectators get in for just £10 and under 16s get in absolutely free.
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  Motorists forced back to DIY servicing and repairs 23 Oct 2008 (News)
  Motorists can halve the costs of parts such as brake discs and pads, shock absorbers, drive shafts, alternators and starter motors. A replacement steering rack on a prestige vehicle can cost well over £1,000 from a car dealership - a similar replacement part bought online will cost as little as £250 according to Car Parts Direct.
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  Engine Oil That Saves Petrol 13 Oct 2008 (News)
  However, UK motorists will be pleased that with Castrol's new Magnatec 5W-30 A1 oil drivers can save up to a tank of petrol or diesel a year. And New Magnatec 5W-30 A1 also lowers C02 emissions - helping you to have a greener drive. (5w-30 is the grade that has long been recommended by Ford.) Motoring journalist Quentin Willson, commented: "At the moment everybody is trying to save fuel and lower their motoring costs, and this is an oil that offers drivers a real financial benefit.
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  A New Car Could Cost You Your Home 17 Apr 2008 (News)
  Items such as brakes cost very little. Even the more expensive parts that could fail such as shock absorbers, drive shafts or a steering rack rarely cost more than a couple of hundred pounds, and this is peanuts compared to financing a new vehicle.” Car Parts Direct claims a motorist thinking of buying a £15,000 new car could save more than £250 every month by buying at three years old or by keeping their existing vehicle.
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  Europcar Now Rents to 21 Year Olds 21 Feb 2008 (News)
  "Europcar's new younger age limit, combined with the removal of any restriction on a top age limit, means travellers of all ages can enjoy the freedom and flexibility of a rental car", confirmed Nick Harwood, Sales & Marketing Director, Europcar. "We don't believe there should be an age limit for responsible driving, which is why we have expanded our service to include drivers from 21 upwards and no top age limit, matching the age limit set by our sister company, National. "In particular, we believe this will be immensely valuable for younger drivers who may find car ownership beyond their reach but still have a need for the flexibility of a vehicle for some journeys, such as going home at end of term and for holidays.
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  HALF OF 4x4 DRIVERS DO GET THEIR WHEELS DIRTY 1 Feb 2008 (News)
  As with any car purchase the buyer should consider safety, environmental impact and practicality before deciding on a model. And of course, four-wheel drive vehicles have also come into their own with recent flooding and snowfalls in some parts of the UK." Research for AA Personal Loans was carried out by YouGov amongst a GB representative sample of 1,956 people between 28th and 31st December 2007.
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  One size no longer fits car warranty policies 3 Oct 2006 (News)
  Via an interactive website (www.warrantydirect.co.uk), the new direction puts the consumer firmly in the driving seat. From now on, a motorist's current circumstances, whether they own the car already, or whether they are in the process of buying from a dealer, auction or privately, will determine the type, level and cost of cover available.
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  Trackday Fun 25 Jul 2006 (News)
  If you would like to book, please contact: BHP Trackdays Ltd 23 Rushfords Lingfield Surrey RH7 6EG Telephone: +44 (0)1342 837957 Email: enquiries@bhptrackdays.co.uk Web: www.bhptrackdays.co.uk or www.trackdays.co.uk ABOUT BHP TRACKDAYS BHP Trackdays Ltd is an independent family company founded in 2002 out of our own enthusiasm for driving. Our desire is to enable you to enjoy the freedom offered on track and not possible on the road. For newcomers, we always run a dedicated novice session near the start of proceedings, so that they can get used to the circuit without feeling pressure from potentially faster drivers.
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  New 2006 Renault Megane CCs Just £11,495 1 Apr 2006 (News)
  £99 deposit 24 payments of £189 and end payment of £9320 £495 deposit 24 payments of £169 and end payment of £9320 £999 deposit 24 payments of £146 and end payment of £9320 £1999 deposit 24 payments of £99 and end payment of £9320 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT Electric/Body Coloured Door Mirrors 16'' Alloy Wheels Leather If required £950 Fixed Rear Roll bars Integrated Fuel Filler Cap Non-Metallic Paint (Metallic Paint If required £350) Tinted Windows DRIVING & SAFETY Front Fog Lamps Front Passenger Airbag Deactivation Front Lateral Airbag ABS With EBD (Electronic Brake Distribution) Brake Assist Driver And Front Passenger Two Stage Auto Adaptive Airbags Remote Central Locking Front/Rear Seatbelt Pretensioners Front Lateral Airbag Keyless entry With Renault Card SEATING & TRIM Charcoal Grey Cloth Seat Height Adjustable Passenger Seat Height Adjustable Driver's And Passenger Seat's Rear Seats With Integrated Headrests COMFORT & CONVENIENCE Electric Front Windows Front Door Storage With Lid Rear Electric Windows Front Centre Armrest With Storage Variable Power Assisted Steering SECURITY EQUIPMENT RAID (Renault Anti Intruder Device) Four Three-point Seatbelts Insurance Approved Immobiliser ISOFIX Child Seat Mounting Points On Rear Seats Insurance Approved Engine Immobiliser INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS Exterior Temperature Gauge Multi-Function Trip Computer And Warning System IN-CAR ENTERTAINMENT 4x15W RDS Radio Cassette With 4 Speakers And Fingertip Remote Control 6 cd autochanger If required £295 This deal and many more at www.motorprovider.co.uk
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  Reliability Index Names Most Reliable Superminis 25 Jan 2006 (News)
  The largest bill paid out on a Fiesta by Warranty Direct last year was £1,556.88. Used by many driving schools, the Vauxhall Corsa (2000-on), is third, with a Reliability Index of 48.36, does however suffer from above average repair bills at £219.84. List shows position and index cost, model, reliability index, average repair cost, largest repair bill 1: Nissan Micra (1998-02) 7.99 £88.83 £205.32 2 Ford Fiesta (1996-02) 40.78 £163.12 £1,556.88 3 Vauxhall Corsa (2000-on) 48.36 £219.84 £768.99 4 Fiat Punto (1999-03) 48.65 £211.51 £1,442.03 5 VW Polo (2000-on) 50.22 £209.26 £866.25 6 Citroen Saxo (1996-04) 53.20 £212.80 £991.08 7 Peugeot 206 (1998-on) 53.58 £172.84 £751.53 8 Skoda Fabia (2000-on) 67.98 £219.28 £1,209.70 9 Rover 25 (1999-05) 75.64 £398.12 £2,360.44 10 Renault Clio (1998-05) 92.22 £368.86 £1,886.15 The Top Five Supermini selection is completed by a former Car of the Year, the Fiat Punto, which is just behind the Corsa with a rating of 48.65 and Volkswagen's Polo (2000-on).
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  Plans to ban Speed Camera spotters 7 Jul 2004 (News)
  In response to the DFT plans, Car Parts Direct have launched a campaign to promote the use of their radar detectors, not only as a driving licence and fine saver but also as a road safety device. The promotion gives the motorists a chance to win £30,000 worth of Quintezz XT7000 radar detectors for just £1 each. Further information can be found at www.carparts-direct.co.uk
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  New Fiesta and Fusion Autobox on Motability 3 Jan 2003 (News)
  January 2003 prices for the full Durashift EST New Fiesta and Fusion range on the Motability Contract Hire Scheme are: Fiesta Finesse 5 Door 1.4 advance payment £350, weekly total allowance Fiesta LX 3 Door 1.4 advance payment £450, weekly total allowance Fiesta LX 5 Door 1.4 advance payment £550, weekly total allowance Fiesta Ghia 5 Door 1.4 advance payment £659, weekly total allowance Fusion 2 5 Door 1.4 advance payment £1,100, weekly total allowance As prices can change monthly, anyone eligible for the Motability Scheme wanting up to date prices for the Durashift EST range or test drives is asked to call MAGIC (Mobility and General Information Centre) on 0800 240 241, ort link to www.fordmagic.co.uk MAGIC (Mobility and General Information Centre) provides callers with information on: the Motability Scheme, where to get current information on disability benefit entitlements, mobility assessment centres, charities, vehicle adaptation companies, Ford dealers, specialist holiday companies, Ford vehicles and comparative data on other manufacturers' models.
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  Honda Civic Type-S: 5-doors and 160ps 11 Oct 2002 (News)
  Additionally, the ride benefits from “taller” profile (195/65R15) tyres compared with other Civics, while the combination of these tyres and a high final drive raises the car’s gearing to a relatively long-legged 21.8 mph 1,000 rpm in fifth gear. So at 70 mph, the engine barely exceeds 3,200 rpm (at which point 90% of the torque is still available for overtaking).
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  New-Shape Astra £2,550 at Auction Today 12 Oct 2001 (News)
  It was a scuffed and scruffy car, but it had a full service print-out and an MOT to July 2002, so anyone looking for cheap, reliable transport that's also a decent drive could hardly do better. Pile another 100,000 miles on that one and even if you throw it away afterwards it will have cost you just 2.45p a mile. That said, a clean and tidy 78,000 mile 98R 1.6iLX in Aubergine was a much better buy for re-sale at £2,825.
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  Nissan X-Trail Prices and Specs 2 Oct 2001 (News)
  Kerb weight is 1,525kg and maximum braked trailer weight a useful 2,000kg. Standard equipment on all models includes triple-mode four-wheel-drive controlled by press-button; disc brakes front and rear; ABS with EBD and brake assist; twin front airbag;, anti-hijack remote central locking; and a ski/snowboard flap in the centre of the rear seat.
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  SMMT Calls For Licence to Trade 18 Sep 2001 (News)
  But sadly, as a continuous stream of letters and e-mails to Honest John confirms, the principle offenders against the consumer are mainstream franchised garages replacing entire assemblies when only small components have failed and charging anything from £40 to £100 an hour in 'labour' costs alone. The SMMT licensing scheme would drive out of business the little guys who do for £50 the jobs for which a big franchised garage would have charged £1,000. Take, for example, the case of John Green who e-mailed today about a steering rack problem on a five year old prestigious German car.
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  Hot New Variants from FIAT and Skoda 5 Apr 2001 (News)
  Standard equipment also includes ABS brakes, electronic brake force distribution (EBS) and anti-spin regulation (ASR). For comfort and driving pleasure the Octavia RS features climate control, a radio cassette with six CD changer and remote central locking as standard. The price is £15,100 on the road: just £105 more than the SEAT Leon 20 VT Cupra.
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  Hyundai and Kia admit to wrong mpg figures 5 Nov 2012 (News)
  Instead the manufacturers test their own cars, under conditions dictated by the EU. Called the New European Driving Cycle, the test involves a number of short runs on a rolling road under under laboratory conditions, designed to replicate 'real' driving. Essentially all manufacturers have to put their cars through the same test which should mean a level playing field.
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  World debut of new 911 GT3 R leads Porsche display at Autosport International show 10 Jan 2010 (News)
    A key part of the schedule are intensive driver coaching sessions around the circuit incorporating the latest data logging and video capture technology which enables precise analysis of driving technique.   ‘Get Race Fit’ Open Day at the Porsche Experience Centre Silverstone If you are interested in learning more about Racing Driver Development Programme or any of the other courses offered by the Porsche Human Performance Centre, whether from a motor sport, road driving or general wellness perspective, there is a ‘Get Race Fit’ Open Day at the Silverstone venue on January 23.