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  MPs roast Vauxhall chiefs over Zafira car fires 7 Feb 2017 (News)
  These improper repairs, which Vauxhall says may have been conducted without the owners’ knowledge, can lead to overheating of the system’s electrical components and cause a potential fire. Vauxhall says resistors should never be repaired, they should only be replaced. Vauxhall is now launched a second national recall for the Zafira B in 2017 to prevent fires by replacing the soldered fuse resistor with a wax fuse resistor.
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  A Grand Monday: 1979 Volkswagen Passat (B1) project for £800 3 Oct 2016 (News)
  Recent work includes replacing that clutch, a new radiator, replacement rear wheelarches, replacement alloys (14in Scirocco Scala Snow Flakes), fuel pump and a few service items (air filter, spark plugs and HT leads). We’re told that all the electrics work (lights, indicators, radio, fans, wipers). Only the horn didn’t work so that’s been re-routed and is on a separate button under the dash.
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  Government announces £500m “electric highways” trials 18 Aug 2015 (News)
  However, despite the clear obstacles, the off-road trials have been given the go-ahead to begin later this year, lasting around 18 months, with the Government stating that it “could” lead to road trials. If successful, it’s believed that wireless on-the-go charging could be a motorway reality within 10 years. Can't wait until 2025 for your new EV? Check out our  t op 10 hybrid and electric cars
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  Classic Grand Prix cars set for Silverstone 18 Jun 2015 (News)
  If you’ve never seen the Masters F1 cars in action, you’re missing out on an exciting race, said event director Nick Wigley. Wigley said, ‘Last year’s second race was just incredible with the five leading drivers swapping places throughout.’ Tickets for the 25 th anniversary Silverstone Classic need to be purchased in advance. Adult admission starts from £40 and, as well as pits access, ticket prices include booking fees, parking, infield, grandstands, live music – this year topped by rock legends Status Quo – and the vast majority of the numerous attractions.
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  November's Bristol resto show to be biggest yet 6 Oct 2014 (News)
  .’ Visitors can bring their own classic car to show off in the VIP viewing area, or buy a classic vehicle at an on-site auction, which is held on Sunday by leading classic vehicle auctioneer  Charterhouse . The 14th Footman James Classic Vehicle Restoration Show will take place at the Royal Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet, over the weekend of 1-2 November.
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  Brian Johnson Reckons Croft Nostalgia Rocks 3 Aug 2014 (News)
  Sunday 3 August delivered a second dose of racing action and on-and-off-track entertainment. The Mini Coopers that set the pace on a wet Saturday duelled for the lead again in Sunday’s Historic Touring Cars race, before the Ford Lotus Cortinas and Warren Briggs’ menacing Mustang powered to the front of the field.  AC/DC’s Johnson made it two top ten finishes in as many races, hustling his Mini Cooper to eighth overall and class victory.
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  Preview: Silverstone Classic car auction, Stoneleigh, 22-23 February 27 Jan 2014 (News)
  The car was originally bought by Antonio Carlos de Almeida Braga, close personal friend, manager and mentor of Senna, for him to use when he visited his home in Portugal.   Following Senna’s death while leading the San Marino Grand Prix at Imola on 1 May 1994, the car remained in the garage at Braga’s home. After two years it was eventually sold to a buyer who kept it only a short time before being purchased by the current owner 17 years ago.
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  Frazer Nash showcased in new exhibition 23 Jan 2014 (News)
  This paved the way for the competitive sports cars that created the legendary Chain Gang, the name given to leading Frazer Nash drivers using their distinctive chain-drive system. The history of these electrifying cars is all brought to life at the River & Rowing Museum with an array of photographs, trophies and other memorabilia of the cars and those who raced them, illuminating this giant of British motor sport.
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  Jaguar Land Rover to open factory in Brazil 6 Dec 2013 (News)
  This new programme will enable us to bring exciting new vehicles to them, with outstanding British design and engineering, creating a world-class Jaguar Land Rover facility incorporating leading premium manufacturing technologies. We have established excellent working relationships with the State of Rio de Janeiro, the City of Itatiaia & the Rio de Janeiro State Industrial Development Company and we look forward to attracting new customers to our business in this important market.’ Based in the City of Itatiaia, the new programme represents a total investment of R$750m (£240m) by 2020.
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  Porsche 911 beats the world parade record 29 Jul 2013 (News)
  The original plan to produce a parade of 911 x 911s was almost immediately exceeded when the celebrations were announced, with registrations building hugely in the months leading up to the event. Organisers managed to squeeze 1208 of the Porsches on to the circuit. The parade, which raised funds for the Hope for Tomorrow cancer charity, was led by a number of famous Porsche legends.
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  Preview: Barons classic car auction, Esher, 30 July 19 Jul 2013 (News)
  A barn find Jaguar E-type, which Barons says is the final Series 2 roadster to leave Brown's Lane leads the lot list at Barons’ British Heritage Sale at Sandown Park on Tuesday 30 July.
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  Tracker Found £1,850,000 Stolen Vehicles in January 17 Mar 2011 (News)
  "Once again, TRACKER's success speaks for itself, with police making 15 arrests, asa result of our devices leading officers to the location of stolen vehicles," says Stephen Doran, managing director of TRACKER. "In the process of tracking the stolen vehicles fitted with TRACKER units, 14 other stolen vehicles were discovered -  highlighting the role TRACKER plays in fighting crime.
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  Hyundai 'no VAT' offer on pre-facelift i10s and i20s 6 Jan 2011 (News)
  Sample PCP monthly rates based on 10,000 miles per annum: Model     Deposit  36 monthly payments of i10 1.2 Classic five door    £449.10 £165 i20 Classic three door  £791.30  £199 i30 1.4 Classic five door  £1,365.60 £279 “Hyundai begins 2011 by offering fantastic deals on a great range of products that are backed by our class leading five year unlimited mileage warranty. Making selected models VAT free as well as offering competitive PCP plans should make buying a new car more affordable,” explained Tony Whitehorn, Hyundai Motor UK’s managing director.
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  Baked turbo on the menu for more drivers 1 Dec 2009 (News)
      Average incidence rate Average repair cost Engine failure (overall) 11.3% £619 Turbo failure 27.8% £874.82     Delivering up to 40% better fuel economy for diesels and 20% for petrol, turbochargers are leading the way in the drive towards smaller, greener engines.   Today, 50 percent of cars built in Europe come fitted with the technology, which pushes compressed air into the engine, but that figure could rise to as high as 85 percent by 2020.
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  USED-CAR PRICES JUMP 25% AND COULD RISE FURTHER, SAYS GLASS’S 30 Jul 2009 (News)
  “Since the third quarter of 2008 the very depressed new-car market has seen fewer cars registered – particularly as short-term rental vehicles and dealer demonstrators – leading to an all-time low in the supply of younger cars for sale. Consequently prices have risen, in line with the laws of supply and demand.” This pattern has been repeated in the market for older second-hand cars, where similarly limited supply has driven up prices despite the economic downturn.
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  Ford Ahead 5 Sep 2008 (News)
  Roelant de Waard, Ford of Britain chairman and managing director, said: "Ford is improving its market share, particularly in the retail market, thanks to our strongest and most appealing product line-up yet. The new Ford Fiesta will give us another boost thanks to its striking new design and leading fuel efficiency. Ford is meeting the imperatives of family motoring: lower fuel costs and CO2 emissions from stylish affordable vehicles." Both during August and the year to date, Ford grew its popularity among private buyers to win more retail sales.
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  Zymol Polish Now Available In the UK 20 Jan 2008 (News)
  Zymol is accepted as the best by the owners of the most loved cars in the world. As a leading Swissol/Swissvax distributor since 2003, www.morethanpolish.com resigned its distributorship on 7 December 2007 due to changes in operational and commercial arrangements imposed by the UK Swissvax Importer.
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  Zymol Polish Now Available In the UK 20 Jan 2008 (News)
  Zymol is accepted as the best by the owners of the most loved cars in the world. As a leading Swissol/Swissvax distributor since 2003, www.morethanpolish.com resigned its distributorship on 7 December 2007 due to changes in operational and commercial arrangements imposed by the UK Swissvax Importer.
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  Used Car Checks Takes Over 15 Oct 2004 (News)
  ” Available through 1,400 plus accredited Unipart Car Care Centres and approved independent garages nationwide, every inspection comes complete with the added bonus of a 45-day warranty provided by the UK’s leading independent automotive warranty firm, Warranty Direct. Instead of a complicated price structure, www.usedcarchecks.com is a flat fee service at just £99 to make it a worthwhile investment for either the buyer or seller.
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  Dodgy Engine Warning From Ford 4 Apr 2001 (News)
  On all engines the pistons and camshafts used would not result in the correct emissions level, which would lead to MoT test failure and cost the motorist more money to rectify. All three engines were supplied without oil, and after being filled, developed severe oil leaks. One engine was supplied so incomplete that parts and labour charges required to finish off the unit would eliminate any initial saving.