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  Ford's new large cars show improved residual values 14 Apr 2010 (News)
  This represents improvements of £1,275, £825 and £175, respectively, over outgoing models. Coupled with lower CO2 ratings, lower P11D tax ratings, and enhanced fuel economy, this leads to overall whole life cost savings potentially of upwards of £1,000 annually, which benefits both company car drivers and fleet businesses. On sale this month, Mondeo, S-MAX and Galaxy are priced from £17,295, £20,645 and £22,945 respectively, representing savings of up to £3,400 compared with outgoing equivalents and with insurance ratings starting from just 12E on the new ABI insurance ratings 1-50.
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  Details of makes and models that fail MoTs the most to be made public 9 Dec 2009 (News)
  It also argued that the figures could be misleading as the owner could be responsible for the failure, rather than it being due to a manufacturing fault: "Publication of the requested information risked misleading the public as it could lead to the misconception that one manufacturer produces a lower quality of vehicles than another manufacturer when failure rates are compared." This argument was dismissed by the information commissioner, as manufacturers themselves had not provided any evidence that showed that the data was commercially sensitive.
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  Hyundai-KIA Now 4th Biggest Car Manufacturer 12 Aug 2009 (News)
  The manufacturing facilities have been geared-up to build products that are designed and engineered for local markets. The Kia cee'd is a leading example, being designed, developed and engineered in Germany and built in Slovakia. Global Sales - first half of 2009 Manufacturer H1 2009 H1 2008 % change 1 Toyota 3,564,105 4,815,442 -26.0 2 General Motors 3,552,722 4,541,125 -21.8 3 Volkswagen 3,100,300 3,265,200 -5.1 4 Hyundai-Kia 2,153,000 - 5 Ford 2,145,000 3,093,000 -30.6 6 PSA Peugeot-Citroen 1,586,900 1,844,700 -14.0 7 Honda 1,586,000 2,022,000 -21.6 8 Nissan 1,545,976 2,013,611 -23.2 9 Suzuki 1,152,000 1,283,000 -10.2 10 Renault 1,106,989 1,326,164 -16.5 Sources: Automotive News' 2008 Global Data Book (Automotive News Data Center), Reuters (Hyundai-Kia)
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  50 Cars that Changed the World 4 Aug 2009 (News)
    ABOUT THE DESIGN MUSEUM The Design Museum’s mission is to celebrate, entertain, and inform. It is one of the world’s leading museums devoted to contemporary design in every form from furniture to graphics, and architecture to industrial design and is working to place design at the centre of contemporary culture.     For further information on the Design Museum books, please contact Liz Worrall on 020 7531 8636 /  liz.worrall@octopus-publishing.co.uk For further information on the Design Museum, please contact Ashley Woodfield on 0207 940 8787 / ashley@designmusuem.org      
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  Amarjit Shokar Wins Dealer Principal of the Year 10 Jul 2009 (News)
  Mazda Romford dealer principal Amarjit Shokar has won the coveted Motor Trader Dealer Principal of the Year Award. Described by the leading dealer newspaper as “clearly the inspirational figurehead” Amarjit took control of the business in early 2007. The judges were impressed by his open-door management style which encourages staff to share views on improving customer service and his philosophy of empowerment – authorizing staff to make decisions – which generates an enjoyable working atmosphere.
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  DIY Car Higher-Fi 9 Jul 2009 (News)
  Stacked with features, including CD/CD-R/CD-RW and MP3/WMA/AAC playback, the CZ509E delivers direct iPod control (no additional leads needed) via a USB slot on the rear of the unit, whilst built-in Bluetooth hands free control – including direct phone list access via the head unit - and audio streaming (A2DP & AVRCP) is added as standard.
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  1,000 KIA Souls Sold 12 Jun 2009 (News)
  The car plays an important part in the development of KIA as a design led brand. The unique looks of Soul have found fans across all corners of the globe. In the US it leads its ‘cool-and-boxy' car segment, selling almost 4,000 cars in three months. Soul was created by the KIA design team in California and, under the guidance of Peter Schreyer, was fine tuned by the design teams in Seoul and Frankfurt to create a truly global car.
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  SCRAPPAGE BRINGS DAIHATSU SIRION DOWN TO £6,320 4 Jun 2009 (News)
  The Sirion comes fully loaded with air conditioning, six airbags, remote central locking, height adjustable steering column, electric windows front and rear, tachometer and fuel consumption display, whilst giving class leading performance, economy and emissions. More at www.daihatsu.co.uk
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  FIAT Pulls Out of GM Europe Deal 29 May 2009 (News)
  While these are intended to enable the workable rehabilitation of a distressed company, overall these do not give the level of support of Chapter 11, nor do they take account of the emergence of global businesses which require more cohesive support. “Until this is changed, the stigma of bankruptcy and fear of insolvency will lead to politicised, protectionist action on the part of European governments, making it difficult to judge the effective and rightful deployment of state aid. The extent of the positive assurances we have seen from Europe’s nations in fighting for their national champions, has left them little room to manoeuvre even before discussion talks had begun.
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  Cold Weather Brings 13% Increase in Pothole Damage 14 Feb 2009 (News)
  Following the coldest start to winter in more than 30 years and temperatures that dropped as low as minus 18,* the UK's leading direct consumer warranty provider had already recorded a 13 percent year-on-year increase in pothole-related axle and suspension damage in January. With the wintry weather experienced across the UK during the first two weeks of February, that figure is expected to rise dramatically once claims roll in for damage done by rutted and potholed roads.
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  Peugeot Updates its Website 21 Feb 2008 (News)
  By logging on to www.peugeot.co.uk potential customers can now identify the exact Peugeot to match their requirements, including its class-leading diesel range.” The website was created on a bespoke Content Management System (CMS) built by Cap Gemini in France. To view, co to www.peugeot.co.uk
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  Three Years Insurance on New Corsa For £339 20 Dec 2006 (News)
  The pioneering scheme could mean huge savings, especially for younger drivers who could save more than £2,800 over a three year period, based on quotes obtained from a leading insurer. Yet even those with a long and flawless driving record could benefit, too. For example, a more mature female driver with a clean licence could save upwards of £500, based on a quote from the same source.
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  New 2007 Model Scenics At Old Scenic Prices 18 Aug 2006 (News)
  Order yours now at the OLD MODEL PRICE. Individaul orders also available. New Grand Scénic with class-leading boot space, revised exterior styling includes, xenon-look headlights, LED rear lights and new front and rear bumpers. New interior trims and enhanced cabin quality. New options include extra tinted windows, front and rear parking sensors and MP3 compatibility.
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  MOTORPOINT FOUNDER SHORTLISTED FOR ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR 10 Jun 2006 (News)
  Finalists were chosen based on the following selection criteria: entrepreneurial spirit, innovation, leading and building teams, financial performance, national or global impact, strategic direction and personal integrity and influence. The award is in its eighth year of running in the UK and past winners have included Stelios Haji-Ioannou founder of easyGroup and the management team behind Innocent Smoothies.
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  Be Prepared For Flatt Batteries 3 Nov 2005 (News)
  The Sparkrite unit will also charge a totally flat battery at up to ten times as fast as some ordinary battery chargers. It works with all lead acid batteries both sealed and unsealed. It will even test your old battery in seconds too. It's built in overload system means it's impossible to overcharge a battery and it’s totally safe to use.
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  Free £2,000 Comms Pack on Pathfinder 30 Jul 2005 (News)
  This latest path-finding aid features voice recognition, a full seven inch colour screen, enough mapping to cover 21 countries throughout Europe plus traffic management channel (TMC) to help avoid any congested areas – leading you clearly and easily to your chosen route. *Bluetooth phone connectivity. Just pair your phone up to the N-FORM console and full hands-free, voice activation operation can be applied via the screen monitor.
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  UK Motor Show Debuts Confirmed 27 May 2002 (News)
  Motor Show is Britain's biggest consumer exhibition and we can look forward to further announcements and more surprises as we prepare for an event that reflects Britain's leading influence in the European car market.” The British International Motor Show 2002 is open to the public from 24th October. Discount tickets for the Show, saving up to £15 are now on sale at www.motorshow.co.uk , with adult tickets priced at £12 for public days.
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  Eighties supercars in demand at auction 13 Mar 2015 (News)
  Another model that has rocketed in value lately is the air-cooled Porsche 911, prices rising by 24% in 2013 and a further 32% in 2014 according to the HAGI Index. Five of the six examples offered here found new homes. A restored 1977 2.7 Coupe lead the way at £53,900, despite having been converted from Sportmatic to manual in the late 1980s. A smart 73,000 mile 1996 993 Carrera 2 Targa Tiptronic fetched £34,100 while a similar 993 Convertible which had been a Category D insurance loss early in its life made £18,150.
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  Stars shine on London to Brighton run 3 Nov 2014 (News)
  Olympic legend 
Sir Ben Ainslie lead home hundreds of veteran cars on this year’s London to Brighton run. More than 400 vehicles braved wet and blustery conditions on Sunday, November 2, to complete the run. The 118th run set out from Hyde Park at day break and headed 60-miles south through London and onto a stormy Sussex coast.
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  Report: Spa Six Hours Motor Racing Legends, Belgium, 21 September 30 Sep 2013 (News)
  Both cars were out, although the Lister limped back to the pits with deranged steering. Ward, now in the JD Classics Lister, thus assumed the lead which he built over Lynn and Ollie Bryant to the chequered flag. Smith completed Ward and the team’s joy by finishing fourth, first of the Woodcote Trophy cars by three places. Ahlers/Bellinger were overjoyed with fifth in the Lola in such company, ahead of Stretton in Champion’s aerodynamic Lotus.