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  • Lexus IS Prices Realigned 10 Aug 2001 (News)
    It's all good news apart from aesthetics as Lexus has upped specs, cut prices and introduced a powerful new IS300 5-speed automatic model. All Lexus IS models now have curtain shiled airbags, EBD, Brake Assist, ISOFIX child seat fixing points, a better trimmed dashboard and minor tweaks to the grille and rear light clusters. Entry models come on 16 inch wheels which should improve the ride quality an there is a new rear spoiler for the Sport.
  • Honest John’s deals of April 2 May 2014 (News)
    Click here Tuesday 22 April Kwik Fit is offering free brake checks and a 15 per cent discount for any work which is required. Simply book an appointment at your local centre and a brake technician will complete a free, no-obligation brake inspection.
  • Latest Kia offers from UK Car Discount 24 Sep 2013 (News)
    KIA CEED 1.6 CRDi 4 EcoDynamics 5dr - £18,717 - Saving of £2,978 KIA CEED 1.6 GDi 4 5dr DCT - £19,033 - Saving of £2,872 The Kia Ceed’4’ model adds: 17” alloy wheels, exterior  front door handle illumination,  black leather seats with contrast grey trim,  heated front seats, electric parking brake,  centre console sliding armrest,  rear air ventilation, engine start/stop button with smart entry system, premium centre console with sliding cup holder cover, speed and multifunction LCD full colour display.
  • S-Max and Galaxy at Mobility Roadshow 8,9,10 June 7 Jun 2006 (News)
    These include Ford's Active Suspension System with Continuously Controlled Damping to improve performance and comfort, and Adaptive Cruise Control with Forward Alert and Collision Mitigation by Braking - driver aids based on radar distance control. Hill Launch Assist allows drivers to release the brake pedal and apply the accelerator without fear of the vehicle rolling backwards. Driver's knee airbags are a new idea, as is a permanent Tyre Pressure Monitoring System.
  • Vaneo Here 16th May, from £14,680 3 May 2002 (News)
    An impressive tally of safety equipment is fitted to all cars: four airbags, ABS anti-lock brakes with Brake Assist, ESP® Electronic Stability Program with traction control, ISOFIX mounting points in the second row of seats, and an alarm and immobiliser as standard. Trend spec includes front and rear vent electric windows, height adjustable front seat belts, three-point belts on all seats (with force limiters on the outer seats), a radio/single CD player, remote central locking, and height adjustable steering column.
  • MAZDA 3 RANGE UPDATES 5 May 2008 (News)
    Mazda3 possesses one of the segment’s best active and passive safety packages. Active measures include a four-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Emergency Brake Assist (EBA) as standard on all models. Passive measures encompass driver and front passenger airbags and front side airbags on all models, full-length curtain airbags (on all but the entry-level S hatchback), front seatbelts with pre-tensioners and load‑limiters, and both a collapsible steering column and brake pedal.
  • DISHONEST JOHN'S GUIDE TO SERVICE SCAMS 6 Oct 2001 (News)
    They usually fall for it, but watch out for the bloke who has a handy mate with a ramp who can spot that all that's needed is to tighten a few nuts. The Brake Blag During a routine service, 'discover' that the front brake discs are wearing thin and are in need of replacement. Punters are getting used to having to replace discs every 30,000 miles, so even if the discs are still in good condition you will probably get away with selling the parts and a nice fat labour charge.
  • DISHONEST JOHN'S GUIDE TO SERVICE SCAMS 16 Sep 2001 (News)
    They usually fall for it, but watch out for the bloke who has a handy mate with a ramp who can spot that all that's needed is to tighten a few nuts. The Brake Blag During a routine service, 'discover' that the front brake discs are wearing thin and are in need of replacement. Punters are getting used to having to replace discs every 30,000 miles, so even if the discs are still in good condition you will probably get away with selling the parts and a nice fat labour charge.
  • Dashcam Saves Trucker From Expensive Insurance Claim 17 Dec 2013 (News)
    He said: "The cameras can help protect drivers against 'cash for crash' scenarios. This includes deliberate severe braking in front of a driver to instigate a 'slam on' and subsequent whiplash injury claims. "They can also guard against 'flash for cash' claims where a driver flashes to let another out of a junction and then crashes into them on purpose."
  • Toyota to Challenge Audi at Le Mans This Saturday and Sunday 15 Jun 2012 (News)
    A key decision was to fit a Denso rear hybrid motor within the gearbox casing. The car also makes good use of regenerative braking, with energy recovered and stored in super capacitors, located in the cockpit. This can then be used to provide extra boost on the exit from corners (up to 500Kj between braking zones, as dictated by competition rules).
  • Saab: Five things we'll miss 19 Dec 2011 (News)
    This is good for most drivers, because the intuitive thing to do when a car ploughs on - or understeers - is to lift off the throttle and brake. Saabs usually tuck in and behave predictably when you lift off and brake, making them feel ‘safe’ through corners. It’s unclear what will happen to the Saab brand now.
  • FORD'S NEW MINI-TRANSIT KOMBI 31 May 2002 (News)
    Front and rear anti-roll bars enhance stability and handling and the driving experience is, apparently, “further honed by specially tuned and developed power steering and brake systems”. In its market segment, Ford claims that the five seat Tourneo Connect will be the only vehicle to offer all of the following features: Optional fold-flat front passenger seat for maximum load length and additional cube, or four-way adjustable seat with underseat stowage for improved comfort and security.
  • New Mazda 323 Models and Prices 31 Aug 2001 (News)
    There are seven models in the range, designed to satisfy a broad range of demands and tastes through a choice of 1.3, 1.6 and 2.0 four-cylinder 16 valve petrol engines, plus a 2.0-litre turbo diesel. All 323 models have ABS brakes with EBD, plus driver, passenger and side airbags as standard equipment. All have central door locking, power steering, tilt-adjust steering wheel, plus modular four-speaker audio system. All but the 1.3i also have electric front windows and door mirrors, and all models have fingertip audio controls mounted on the steering wheel apart from the 2.0 Sport, which has a leather-wrapped Nardi sports wheel.
  • Seven Seats for Toyota's New Midi MPV 29 Jun 2001 (News)
    In a test by German magazine Auto Motor und Sport, the Avensis Verso was found to have the shortest, safest braking distances of any MPV. Passengers are not squeezed for shoulder width and three adults can sit across the second row in comfort. Interior width is 1,505mm, with shoulder width of 1,446mm, 1,456mm and 1,340mm in front, second and third row seats respectively.
  • A Grand Monday: Tidy 1983 Honda Accord, £995 15 Feb 2016 (News)
    Recent work includes a service (spark plugs, oil and filter). Plus it’s also had a reconditioned alternator, new water pump, clutch, as well as rear brakes shoes and cylinders. Inside, the seller says it’s in good condition with dry carpets. He also adds that the radio is missing, but that he'll throw in a CD player. Outside, it certainly looks shiny but it still has some trouble spots.
  • BMW E30 M3 makes £25k at auction 23 Sep 2015 (News)
    The only items that have been changed on the vehicle since 1962 are the exhaust, service items and the rear brake shoes.  Other rarities sold at the auction include a1964 Auto Union 1000S De Luxe, and a very tidy 1973 Opel Manta 1.9 Berlinetta - they sold for £8250 and £12,833, respectively.
  • Frankfurt Motor Show 2015: SEAT unleashes most-powerful Ibiza Cupra ever 15 Sep 2015 (News)
    Adjustable damping is also fitted as standard, allowing the driver to customise the handling characteristics with SEAT's user-friendly Cupra Drive Profile system.  Other upgrades include larger brakes and a new bodykit, with new 17-inch wheels, LED lights, rear diffuser and new central rear exhaust. The cabin gets more tech too, with MirrorLink connectivity that will allow an Apple iPhone or Android phone be accesses via the in-car touchscreen.    Live Blog LIVE: Frankfurt Motor Show 2015