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  Honest John car buying survey – have your say and win a £200 gift voucher 27 May 2015 (News)
  Open to anyone who is considering buying a new or used car, the survey is being run in partnership with the Halifax to provide feedback and help companies better understand the needs and desires of UK buyers. The survey will take just five minutes to complete and you have until 23.59 on 31/05/15 to complete it.
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  Vauxhall giving away £500 of free fuel with new cars and vans 4 Nov 2014 (News)
  To benefit from the offer, vehicles purchased over the weekend must be registered by 31 December. The offer, which runs for four days, is available on a range of models including the Corsa, Adam and Mokka, as well as vans including the Vivaro and Movano. Alongside the £500 fuel offer, visitors to Vauxhall dealerships will benefit from 20 per cent of various Vauxhall accessories.
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  Classic cars put to work 11 Sep 2014 (News)
  The initiative is now in its fourth year and aims to show the wider public how classic owners keep the nation’s motoring heritage alive by using their cars on the daily commute. Some of the cars that got a run in to work were a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair, a 1971 VW Camper, a 1979 Austin Mini and a 1989 Austin Mini Mayfair. David Bond, Footman James director, said, ‘We thoroughly support such initiatives which bring classic cars out into the public arena.
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  Ford Approved Used scheme relaunched 11 Jul 2014 (News)
  The Ford Direct programme - which is for cars up to 18 months old and with up to 20,000 miles – continues to run as part of the Ford Approved Used programme.
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  Car Crime Census 2013: Cars thieves avoid 6 Aug 2013 (News)
  Below we’ve run through the top 10 cars thieves avoid – these are cars thieves either don’t want to take or struggle to steal if they do want them. This data only covers cars of which more than 5000 are registered by the DVLA, to keep it relevant to average car owners.
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  Lamborghini builds its 2000th Aventador 11 Jun 2013 (News)
  Tha Sant'Agata Bolognese plant's productivity has noticeably increased for the Aventador LP 700-4 compared with the previous flagship model: the Murcielago took four years before the 2000th example was built, while the Aventador has reached this milestone in just over two years, with production currently running at around five cars per day. In 2013 the Aventador LP 700-4 Roadster, the most extraordinary open top super sports car, joined the succesful coupe. Initial pre-order expectations for this model have been exceeded and the order bank for both versions covers more than one year.
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  Top 10: Economical insurance-friendly classics for young drivers 29 May 2013 (News)
  Unfortunately that leaves a lot of wannabe classic car owners, particularly the younger ones, with few places to go – there aren’t many classic or retro cars out there that can be run on a shoestring. But all is not lost. There are a few cars out there with classic charm that can be picked up cheaply and kept on the road for peanuts, thanks to decent fuel economy and cheap insurance.
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  Mobil 1 launches Formula 1 competition 25 Jul 2012 (News)
  Along the way, players will be asked a series of multiple choice questions to test their motorsport and driving knowledge. It’s not a one-chance thing, though – competitors can re-run as many times as they want before submitting their best time. The winner of the competition will fly business class with a friend to Austin, Texas and stay in luxury accommodation. They’ll then spend the Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas with Vodafone McLaren Mercedes, with the opportunity to meet the drivers and view the qualifying from exclusive hospitality.
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  Honda Promises to Match Lowest Local Servicing Prices 15 Jun 2012 (News)
  All dealership technicians are expertly trained by Honda and only use guaranteed Honda genuine parts. All work includes free vehicle health check. The Honda Servicing Price Promise will run until 31 March 2013. To take Honda up on this offer, all Honda owners need to do is get a quote in writing from another garage and take it into their local Honda dealer. Visit www.honda.co.uk/pricepromise for full terms and conditions. 
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  In Video: CAP experts on November's used car market 8 Nov 2011 (News)
  The latest CAP used car price guide shows that used car prices in November will remain stable. Traditionally the demand for used cars reduces in the run up to Christmas, meaning a reduction in used car values. This year, used prices are down by an average of 1.5%, which is a lower percentage than is expected in November, when car sales, particularly of used cars, tend to slow down. 
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  New car registrations increased in October 4 Nov 2011 (News)
  Fleets and businesses took 59.2% of new car registrations in October 2011, up 2.9% over 2010. Diesels continue to be popular, with more than half of all new cars registered running on diesel or alternative fuels such as electricity. The 2.6% overall growth in the number of new cars registered last month is 7% more than the SMMT’s original forecast for the month, but the market remains 20% behind pre-recession levels recorded in 2007.
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  Subaru "We Pay The Extra VAT" Deal To End Soon 22 Mar 2011 (News)
  Time is running out for customers on the hunt for a new Subaru if they want to make use of the company’s generous VAT freeze offer. Anyone buying a new Subaru Legacy, Outback, Forester or WRX STI model before March 31st will only pay VAT at the 2010 levels.
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  Motorists 'need incentives to go electric' 21 Aug 2009 (News)
  " In related motoring news , the Green Car Website reported recently that increasing numbers of drivers are choosing to use liquefied petroleum gas in a bid to reduce running costs and their impact on the environment. Are you buying or selling a car ? Click here to find out what Honest John has to say.
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  Ford Fiesta a "worthy winner" 21 May 2009 (News)
  Named Best New Car , the model was praised for offering owners low running costs, high quality and good looks. Chairman of the judges George Emmerson said: "The new Ford Fiesta is a worthy winner in a fiercely competitive sector." The ECOnetic version of the vehicle received particular praise in light of its success in helping buyers reduce their impact on the environment.
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  Electric car owners 'could generate their own power' 12 Dec 2008 (News)
  The group added people considering buying a car which runs on electricity could find the new technology allows their vehicle to be powered entirely by the roads on which they drive. Director Andrew Davies said: "If these electric roads can be put in place without harm to the environment they would be a silver lining to the problem of heavy traffic.
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  'Honest, transparent' motor industry espoused by official 24 Jul 2008 (News)
  "Quite simply, low carbon cars use less fuel. There is a simple link between lower emissions and lower running costs," Mr Everitt said. Statistics from the SMMT show a slight fall in used car and light commercial models during the first three months of 2008. To find the best deals around today visit Honest John best deals .
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  CO2 emission issues 'confusing British drivers' 17 Jul 2008 (News)
  According to a study conducted by the British International Motor Show, six out of ten people consider themselves confused over such matters. In addition, 25 per cent of people incorrectly believe that a hybrid car runs on biofuels only and four per cent commented that they thought such a vehicle was actually two models welded together. People looking for car buying advice may consider doing their homework before purchasing a green vehicle as a result.
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  Goodwood debut for Hyundai 'a green affair' 14 Jul 2008 (News)
  The Korean automobile manufacturer was present at the show from Friday July 11th to Sunday July 13th and showcased its green QarmaQ concept vehicle. Less than 80 litres of fuel per year are required to run the model, with the company adding that it cuts greenhouse gas emissions by 200kg annually. People looking for car buying advice may want to check out the vehicle once it goes into production.
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  Sustainability of biofuels 'needs evidence' 8 Jul 2008 (News)
  People looking for car buying advice could be interested in picking up a vehicle which runs on biofuel. "Our policy should be based on the best possible science and as the evidence evolves, so too should our policy evolve with it," Ms Kelly said. Road Transport recently stated that eco-friendly haulage firm JPM Logistics has picked up three new Volvos for its fleet.
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  Oil levels 'need to be checked regularly' 1 Jul 2008 (News)
  People who avoid breakdowns by topping up could find that they save on their car insurance policies in the long run. This is because cover firms could view them as responsible motorists and keep costs down. Mike Bewsey from Comma outlined the risks involved in not keeping an eye on oil levels. "By the time the oil light illuminates on your dashboard, you may only have a handful of miles before serious and expensive damage is caused to your engine," he said.