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  'Urgent action' required to combat car tyre and brake dust pollution 11 Jul 2019 (News)
  Government ministers are urging the automotive industry to cut pollution caused by brakes and tyres. Environment Minister Thérèse Coffey and Transport Minister Michael Ellis are leading the push, following warnings in a new report published today by the Air Quality Expert Group.
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  SPECIALLY ADAPTED NOTE AT MOBILITY ROADSHOW 2 Jun 2006 (News)
  The full range of Nissan models at the show are: Vehicle Transmission Adaptations Micra 1.4 SVE 5dr Auto Pedal Transfer, Electric Throttle and Instructor’s Brake Micra 1.4 SE 5dr Auto Pedal Transfer, Push-Pull, Instructor’s Brake NOTE 1.6 SVE Auto Pedal Transfer, Electric Throttle and Instructor’s Brake NOTE 1.6 SVE Auto Pedal Transfer, Push-Pull, Instructor’s Brake NOTE 1.6 SE Auto Pedal Transfer, Push-Pull, Instructor’s Brake NOTE 1.6 SE Auto Pedal Transfer, Push-Pull, Instructor’s Brake X-Trail 2.5 Columbia Auto Pedal Transfer, Push-Pull, Instructor’s Brake X-Trail 2.5 Columbia Auto Pedal Transfer, Electric Throttle and Instructor’s Brake Pathfinder 2.5 SE Auto Pedal Transfer, Push-Pull, Instructor’s Brake Micra C+C Essenza Man N/A Micra 1.4 SVE 5dr Man N/A NOTE 1.6 SVE Man 40 kg hoist Foc Brig-Ayd Primera Estate SVE Man N/A X-Trail 2.5 SVE Auto 75 kg hoist Foc Brig-Ayd Pathfinder 2.5 Aventura Man NOTE 1.6 SVE Auto Multiple X-Trail 2.2 dCi Man The Mobility Roadshow is organised by Mobility Choice, a registered charity, and supported by the Department for Transport.
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  Automatic braking should be standard, says Thatcham Research 10 May 2016 (News)
  Thatcham Research, the UK’s only NCAP accredited research centre, has urged car manufacturers to fit automatic braking as standard after if emerged that just two per cent of car buyers are taking-up the tech as a paid-for option.  A recent report by Euro NCAP has found that autonomous braking systems were responsible for a 38 per cent reduction in real-world rear-end crashes in Europe.
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  1959 Cadillac DeVille For Sale in USA 25 May 2012 (News)
  Works carried out on car: Bore cylinders, sleeve 1 cylinder, hot tank and clean, grind crank, and install cam bearings Rebuild 390 Cadillac engine, valve job, stainless seats, rebuild distributor,generator, and starter Engine parts (new) :* valve keepers, valve springs, rocker arms, crank gear and oil pump kit 8 Pistons, piston ring set, main bearing set, rod bearing set, cam bearing set, overhaul gasket set, timing chain set, cam gear, crank gear, camshaft, valve lifters, and oil pump Transmission rebuild by Rebuild Center Radiator and fuel tank clean/repair Brakes: new rear cylinders, front set, brake shoes, Front Drum seals, turn drums, front brake hoses, master cylinder rebuilt, rear brake hose, Rebuild master brake cylinder Miscellaneous parts, hoses, clamps, oils, bolts, water pump, Engine & transmission mounts, water pump, air cleaner and push rod, Carburettor.
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  Maserati Made Even More Special 15 Jun 2001 (News)
  It is supplied with special 15-spoke alloy wheels: 8 x 18 at the front and 9.5 x 18 at the rear, shod with soft mix Pirelli P Zero Corse tyres: 235/40ZR at the front and 265/35ZR at the rear. Racing formula brake pads and modified brake servo settings deliver faster braking responses. The brake callipers are finished in red and the air ducts to the braking system are constructed from a special carbon fibre/nylon mix to reduce weight.
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  Michelin launches updated Latitude SUV tyre 17 Mar 2014 (News)
  Compared to the previous Latitude tyre, the Latitude 3 benefits from better water dispersion thanks to a new tread pattern, reducing braking distances by 2.7m in wet conditions. Improvements have also been made to the compound and tyre design to improve steering precision and increase traction when braking or acceleration, with the added benefit of a lower rate of wear, meaning less regular tyre changes.
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  Peugeot 206 Recall 20 Nov 2003 (News)
  Peugeot has recently identified a fault that in very rare circumstances could affect the braking system on right hand drive 206 models built before February 2002. For safety reasons, Peugeot has decided to launch a recall campaign of 206 right hand drive models built before that date.
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  £9,995 Civic Lead Price Matches Golf 28 Mar 2002 (News)
  Both models are permanent additions to the range and offer a full specification which includes ABS brakes with EBD (Electronic Brake force Distribution) and Brake Assist, electric windows and central locking and are exclusively available in Milano Red, Eternal Blue Pearl* or Satin Silver Metallic*. (*Metallic paint costs an extra £265.)
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  Mazda facelifts MX-5 15 Nov 2012 (News)
  Under the skin Mazda has improved acceleration on manual models with better throttle response especially at lower speeds. The brakes have also been improved thanks to changes to the vacuum brake booster so the MX-5 should be even better to drive. The resvised MX-5 comes in eight different paint colours including a new Dolphin Grey.
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  New Michelin Primacy 3 Premium Tyres: Are They 3 Ways Better? 21 Oct 2011 (News)
  The group results were 23.8 metres on the competitor and 22.5 metres on Michelin Primacy 3s. TUV results braking from 100khm to 0kmh showed an average 2.2 metr4es shorter. From 70kmh to 0kmh the average braking was 1 metre shorter. And from 50kmh to 0kmh, the average braking was half a metre shorter.
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  1965 Ford Mustang GT manual added to classic hire fleet 3 Jan 2012 (News)
  llr=xbemzedab&et=1109035871372&s=129&e=001K3DfAhT9Eatuce5-9hou1pgFALbmsWNn3E7M-9eO9yL69GutT03agXrLiotqfW58Ey-ynuvOne0RfTJcDOYsQ4B2oH4EM0PO3ujfc3M1j4Pn9gfIqMc0XyS06ZJlK-W79B-RGe_rH90=" target="_blank">1965 Ford Mustang GT Fastback complete with the famous 4-speed top loader gearbox and with disc brakes fitted to all four wheels. At least now the driver is able to decide which gear to use instead of allowing an ageing autobox  to make the decisions, and the all round disc brakes are a great improvement (even if still not up to modern brakes with ABS and ESP etc).
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  The future of car safety 8 Jun 2015 (News)
  As the distance between the car we were driving and the car in front became critical, a buzzer sounded – but we ignored that too. Next, the brakes apply themselves gently to really get your attention, at which point we applied a small amount of braking force. The car then figures out the maximum safe braking force possible and applies it on your behalf, even if you only dab the brakes.
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  Special 18 month Contract Hire of Mazdas 19 Mar 2004 (News)
  Mazda 3 1.6 TS 5 Door - £225.00 + VAT Specification includes 15 " Alloy wheels Aircon CD Player Driver and Passenger Airbags ABS Braking Free of charge Metallic Paint Mazda 3 2.0 Sport 5 Door - £249.00 + VAT Specification includes 17 " Alloy wheels Auto climate control Rear roof spoiler 6 Disc CD Player Driver and Passenger Airbags Traction Control ABS Braking Electronic Brake force distribution Free of charge Metallic Paint Mazda B Series Rap Cab 4 Action 4x4 - £225.00 + VAT Specification includes 15 " Alloy wheels Aircon CD Player Electric Front Windows Side Steps Driver and Passenger Airbags ABS Braking Free of charge Two Tone Metallic Paint For further details of this offer please contact www.new-car-leasing.com .
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  Car Parts Increasingly Difficult to Obtain 14 Jul 2011 (News)
  Alan Nathanson's Chevrolet Captiva has been out of action for 18 months with a faulty steering rack. Try getting a rear brake calliper for a Passat, or a coil spring for a Suzuki SX4.  Over 90% of brake discs sold in Britain are made in China. Nigel Harvey of brake supplier Brakeworld comments, "The floods in Australia have left China with raw material shortages for coal and steel.
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  Extraordinary Display of Royal Cars at Goodwood Festival of Speed 28 Jun 2012 (News)
  These include: A 1920 LNWR Royal Railway Carriage A 1929 Daimler Double Six 30HP Brougham A 1937 Daimler 4.5 V32 shooting brake with room for 8 to diner at a table in the back. A 1947 Daimler DE36 Limousine Landaulette A 1951 Ford Pilot V8 7-seat shooting brake A 1956 Ford Zephyr 7-seat shooting brake A 1961 Vauxhall Cresta Friary 2.6 estate car A 1972 Citroen SM Opera ordered by President Georfges Pompidou and buoi;t by Henri Chapron for an official visit to france by the WQueen in 1972.
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  163bhp MINI Cooper S to Cost Just £14,500 8 Jan 2002 (News)
  Deliveries start in June. The Cooper S comes with a standard six speed manual gearbox, ABS, cornering brake control (CBC)and automatic stability control + traction (ASC+T). Top speed is quoted at 135mph, 0-60 in 7.1 seconds, combined mpg 33.6. More at www.mini.co.uk (slow site to load)
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  Road-Legal Quads for 2,299 24 Jul 2003 (News)
  Standard specification includes:- Choice of Colour - 170 cc - Quiet 4 Stroke Engine - Electric Start - 5 Speed Manual Gearbox - Park Brake - Adjustable Sports Suspension - Rear Disc Brake - Front & Rear Lights - Indicators & Wing Mirrors - 10 L Unleaded Fuel Capacity. More information from www.showroom4cars.com , or by calling the sales hotline on 0870 753 4444.
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  BMW and Suzuki Free Service Deals 10 Jan 2003 (News)
  BMW and Suzuki are offering 3 year service and maintenance inclusive prices on new cars. The BMW deal includes oil services, inspection services, brake pads and discs, brake fluid, wiper blades and all labour charges for 3 years or 60,000 miles and BMW reckons it could be worth up to £3,000. It's transferable to another owner if you sell the car, but doesn't include intermediate oil changes not prompted by the service indicator.
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  Dunlop’s new classic tyre range available exclusively from Vintage Tyres 6 Oct 2017 (News)
  The range also features excellent wet grip and braking performance. 'The benefit for drivers is modern handling and braking performance while providing a steering feeling that’s uniquely adapted to classic cars.' The Sport Classic is available in the following ten sizes: 165/80HR15, 185/80HR14, 185/80VR15, 195/70VR14, 205/70VR14, 185/70VR15, 205/70VR15, 215/70VR15, 205/60VR13 and 215/60VR15.
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  Hyundai Getz With Airconditioning Just £5,995 15 Feb 2005 (News)
  The 1.6 SE features all the standard equipment of the 1.6 GSI, plus: the Hyundai DVD multimedia system with in-built headrest screens, privacy glass, rear spoiler with integral brake lamp, and reversing sensors. Power is from a four cylinder 1,599cc petrol engine producing 102bhp@5800rpm, and ample torque when needed; with a figure of 141Nm/104 lbs ft @ 4500rpm. Standard features across the Matrix range include air conditioning, anti-lock brakes, driver/passenger and side airbags, three 3-point rear seat belts, stereo RDS radio/CD player, electric front and rear windows, 15 inch alloy wheels and anti-lock brakes.