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EC Makes ESP Mandatory 14 Apr 2009 (News)
The mandatory installation of ESP is part of a comprehensive package of measures that the European Union intends to implement in order to increase road safety and reduce fuel consumption. In addition to ESP, predictive emergency braking and lane departure warning systems will be mandatory for commercial vehicles with a gross weight of more than 3.5 tons and for minivans and buses with more than eight seats from November 2013 (new model) and November 2015 (new registrations). -
Focus 90 ECOnetic Achieves 78.5mpg in Driving Challenge 25 Sep 2008 (News)
Driving at 70mph uses around 15 per cent more fuel than at 50mph. Anticipate to avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking. Use auxiliary equipment selectively, eg air conditioning. Switch off the engine whenever safe to do so. Check and adjust tyre pressures regularly, according to load and speed driven. -
Ford Launches a Green Driving Challenge 25 May 2008 (News)
Smart driving techniques deliver environmental, financial and safety benefits through reduced fuel consumption and a smoother driving style designed to reduce wasteful acceleration and braking. Ford's ECOnetic range of low CO2 models, showcased at this year's 'Sexy Green Car Show', will go on to regional smart driving events this summer. Motorists will compete at six regional heats including July's British International Motor Show in London. -
Three 1970s Datsun Z Cars in Historics 23rd November Sale 29 Oct 2019 (News)
This fully sorted and immaculate RHD car sits on new Minilite alloys with Avon CR6ZZ tyres. It stops as well as it goes by virtue of ventilated brake discs and four piston front calipers. These cars are good to drive even when a bit baggy, but this perfect example should be sensational. Estimated at £37,000 to £42,000. The 1974 260Z is a rust-free LHD automatic imported from the USA. -
Monte Carlo Challenge Mini for sale 8 Oct 2019 (News)
As well as a uprate crank, clutch, flywheel, rods, pistons, and a big valve stud head, it also comes with 'Cooper S' specification discs and drums. The car also boasts a Mk1 bodyshell with internal fuel and brake lines, heavy-duty suspension, all-synchro gear transmission, FIA rollcage, high-back seats, twin fuel tanks, 65 amp alternator, and spot/fog lights. And the price? H&H estimates that the car could fetch between £9k and £13k when it goes under the hammer. -
1000 classic BMWs set for Gaydon 18 Jun 2018 (News)
There will also be a new ‘Motorsports Village’ dedicated to BMW cars prepared for racing, rallying, track days - including a number of cars from the 2018 season BMW Car Club Racing series. Trade Stands will be on site offering a broad range of products from brakes, exhausts, tuning packages, detailing products, leather care and restoration plus accessories and goodies. Visitors can also enjoy the popular BMW Car Club Concours with classes from Pride of Ownership through to Elite and Masterclass. -
A Grand Monday: Alfa Romeo 145 11 Jun 2018 (News)
It has covered fewer than 60,000 miles and has never been welded, while it has seen a recent cambelt, new tyres and brakes, along with a service history from new until 2016. Finding another 145 in this condition will be nigh-on impossible. And at £995, we reckon it's a bit of a bargain... Read our Alfa 145 review and road test How many Alfa 145s survived? -
Haynes launches step-by-step online workshop videos 25 Sep 2017 (News)
Drivers can also learn how to replace things like the rear shock absorbers, auxiliary belt, fuel pump coolant, alternator, brake pads, pollen filter, headlight bulbs, plus engine oil and filter. Andrew Golby, global digital director for Haynes Publishing, said, ‘We are now working hard to break down misconceptions about motoring DIY and encouraging drivers to reconnect with their cars. -
Frankfurt Motor Show 2017: Subaru reveals all-new Impreza 12 Sep 2017 (News)
Later, a 2.0-litre with 156PS and 196Nm of torque will arrive, also linked to a CVT automatic. As standard, all UK cars will come with pre-collision braking, adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, blind spot assist, lane change assist and rear cross traffic alert. High beam assist is fitted too, along with a system that alerts the driver when the car ahead has pulled away, for example at a set of traffic lights. -
DB5 makes £561,500 at Bonhams Aston sale 15 May 2017 (News)
But what about that 1996 Aston Martin V8 Sportsman estate? The car was one of only three created, and was originally converted in to its shooting brake format at the Aston Martin Works. It sold for £300,000. Bonhams 18th annual Aston sale saw a total of more than £5,000,000 achieved overall. -
Ferrari 308 with V12 engine conversion heads to auction 19 Apr 2017 (News)
It had spent the past years in dry-storage so he decided to return it to Nigel Hudson to undertake a two-year, no-expense-spared re-commissioning. The engine, gearbox, brakes and suspension were all taken apart and inspected with new parts fitted where necessary. It’s now estimated to fetch between £50,000 and £60,000 at auction. -
November 2016 recall round up: Kuga fires and dangerous BMW airbags 5 Dec 2016 (News)
3300 examples of the Toyota Prius produced between August 2016 and October 2016 have been recalled to have adjustments to the foot operated parking brake, which may stop engaging properly over time. There are also recalls for limited numbers of the Jaguar F-Type SVR, Renault Scenic, Vauxhall Mokka and Fiat 500 - see the table below for full details for all the November 2016 recalls. -
Ex-Rod Stewart Lamborghini Miura sells for £909,000 31 Oct 2016 (News)
In 2013, the Miura has been restored in its SUV configuration by marquee specailists Colin Clarke Engineering. Suspension, steering, brakes, and hubs were rebuilt with all components correctly finished. The work also included an extensive overhaul of the wiring, dashboard instruments, supply lines. The body was refinished in the factory colour of Blue Notte and it has black leather upholstery. -
A Grand Monday: Rover ‘Tomcat’ 218 Coupe 5 Oct 2015 (News)
The most important job – having the headgasket replaced with an uprated item – has been done, but it’s also had front brake caliper refurbished, and new discs and pads fitted. It’s been a daily driver until recently, and looks like it’s been a reliable steed. As you can see from one of the pictures, there’s some rust on the rear right arch. -
Frankfurt Motor Show 2015: Turbocharged Porsche 911 Carrera revealed 15 Sep 2015 (News)
. Other updates include a slight modified exterior, with new lights, larger air ducts, new steering wheel and navigation as standard. Post-collision braking is also fitted at no extra cost. Live Blog LIVE: Frankfurt Motor Show 2015