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  • Up to £276 For a Franchised Dealer Oil Change 27 Feb 2006 (News)
    charge. Five litres of Optima fully synthetic performance engine oil costs £23.44 compared to £88.15 for the equivalent oil at some franchises. A kit has been developed to encourage motorists to carry out their own proper engine oil changes and other basic tasks, such as brake
  • Reliability Index Names Most Reliable Superminis 25 Jan 2006 (News)
    reflection of the true price of keeping a car on the road. The supermini database is 45,000 Warranty Direct policies. The Sunderland-built old-shape Nissan Micra records reliability Index Rating of just 7.99, presenting an average bill of £88.83 to the owner. Brake problems account for 73
  • 12 Month Mercedes CLK car leasing deal from £299.99 13 Dec 2005 (News)
    * Electric Mirrors * Electric Folding Mirrors * Alarm / Immobiliser * ½ Leather Trim * Anti-Lock Brakes * Electronic Stability * Brake Assist
  • 12/18/24 Month Honda Jazz Offers from £149 a month 21 Jun 2005 (News)
    5dr @ £157.76 Inc vat - 18 Months / 8kpa Personal Contract Hire - Honda Jazz 1.2 S 5dr @ £158.66 Inc vat - 24 Months / 8kpa Specification Includes: 3 Yr/90000 Warranty ABS + EBD + Brake Asst CD Tuner
  • Advent Calendar Competition Day 17 Prize- Haynes Land Rover Manual 17 Dec 2017 (News)
    photos are easy to follow and provide information on maintenance, servicing, fault finding, the MoT, brakes, electrics and Haynes tips to make many tasks easier. For more information on this and other Haynes products
  • Geneva Motor Show 2014: More upmarket Octavia to appear 26 Feb 2014 (News)
    includes 18-inch alloy wheels, LED running lights, LED brake lights, leather and Alcantara upholstery in brown and a premium sound system. Three engine choices are offered – a 1.8-litre TSI petrol with 180PS, a 2.0-litre diesel with 150PS or a 2.0-litre diesel with 184PS. The petrol and lower
  • Ford scores highly in latest Euro NCAP tests 5 Feb 2013 (News)
    MyKey on the Fiesta, as well as its Active City Stop emergency braking system, Driver Alert, Forward Alert and Lane Keep Assist systems. The full round up of latest Euro NCAP awards can be found here . 
  • Free winter checks from Bosch Car Service garages 7 Nov 2012 (News)
    Winter is coming, and Bosch is offering a 28-point inspection for all motorists who book through its online system between 28 October and 31 January 2013. The Bosch Car Service network's free Winter Check includes brakes, tyres and headlights. Bosch says
  • ATS Euromaster open 'tyre hotels' 7 Sep 2011 (News)
    winter, and snowfall a possibility as early as October, winter tyres are expected to be in greater demand than ever. They offer improved grip and reduced braking distances not only in snow but in low temperature conditions (-7°C). Drivers who choose to buy winter tyres will be given the option
  • Hints and tips given to used car buyers 17 Mar 2008 (News)
    check that the documentation they are given matches the vehicle they are looking at. The brakes also need checking for problems, commented technical advisor for the firm John Gregory, but he added that this is easy to do. "Even a novice will be able to spot signs of corrosion
  • Sportage redesigned by Kia for 2008 19 Nov 2007 (News)
    will receive an SUV with 16-inch brakes and a towing capability of 1,800 kg. Drivers who opt for the new model will be pleased to learn that Kia has dropped the price, offering a two-wheel drive variation for £13,995 on the road. "The 2008 Sportage has changed only the front bumper
  • Restyled Clio on the way 20 Apr 2001 (News)
    . The Clio will be powered by a choice of seven units (five petrol, two diesel), including Renault's new 67.3mpg 1.5dCi common rail diesel. Safety features include Emergency Brake Assist, fitted as standard across the range except in the Clio Renaultsport 172. More details
  • New cut price Suzuki 4x4 for Spring 26 Jan 2001 (News)
    , halogen headlamps, hard spare wheel cover and a high mounted central rear brake light. The engine is an all alloy 1.6 single cam unit putting out 92.5bhp and 102 lb ft torque at 4,000rpm. The driver can switch from two to four wheel drive at speeds of up to 62mph (100kph). Both soft top and hard top
  • Wraps come off new Kia Rio at Geneva 1 Mar 2011 (News)
    compliant ride. An all-disc braking system - with 256 / 262 mm (front / rear) diameter discs - is standard on all new Rio models fitted with Electronic Stability Control.  The performance of the braking system is supported by ABS anti-lock, electronic brake force distribution and emergency 'brake
  • New Michelin tyres last longer, and save fuel without sacrificing grip 30 Jun 2010 (News)
    that brings the direct benefit of fuel economy can be measured in a drum test by TUV, that conforms to ECE R1007 / SOO 28580 1srt edition 2009.   Tyres are rotated against a 3-metre drum driven by an electric motor. The braking effect, deceleration
  • Mot Data for Kirkcaldy 6 May 2014 (News)
      Porsches , which have the highest pass rate in KY, are have a rate 49% lower than their national average. Failure rates for steering are 88% higher in Kirkcaldy than in the average UK town and failure rates for brakes 95% higher than average. Suspension and lighting failure rates are also higher
  • Platinum service by Saab Parts UK 22 Nov 2012 (News)
    brakes, tyres, steering systems and fluid levels are carried out.  Also Included in the price is an engine flush and fuel treatment, plus six months free Saab Secure Warranty. All work is carried out by Saab factory trained technicians, using only Saab Genuine Parts that are covered by a two
  • Jeep to debut 6.4-litre V8 Grand Cherokee 31 Aug 2011 (News)
    , 20-inch wheels, blind spot monitor and high performance brakes amongst the standard equipment, as well as paddle-shift gears and leather upholstery. For more information, follow our live Frankfurt coverage
  • Scrappage initiative is not a green one, says ETA 16 Apr 2009 (News)
    ," remarked ETA director Andrew Davis. Some of the suggestions the group gave for changing motoring habits included removing unneeded items from a car to minimise weight and avoiding sudden or harsh acceleration and braking. The ETA was established in 1990 and aims to raise awareness about
  • Toyota's new model 'is a safe choice' 2 Dec 2008 (News)
    . Commenting on the iQ, Toyota said it offered "an unprecedented level of active and passive safety protection" for a car of its size. The manufacturer claimed handling and braking features - including Steering Assist Stability Control and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution - could help
 

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