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Saab concept takes Geneva show accolade 7 Mar 2008 (News)
Backed by the next-generation hybrid system of General Motors, the 9-X BioHybrid uses E85 fuel and it is projected that carbon emissions would average 105 grams per kilometre. The Geneva Motor Show runs until March 16th.;'>
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Brand New Subarus From Just £9,494 20 Jul 2007 (News)
Subaru Outback 3.0Rn Auto Black Lthr £21,995 Save £6,552 Subaru Outback 3.0R Auto Black Lthr £20,995 Save £6,052 Subaru Outback 2.5S £16,995 Save £4,657 Subaru Forester 2.0X £13,595 Save £4,082 Subaru Forester 2.5 XTEn Lthr Auto £21,395 Save £5,207 SubaruLegacy Sports Tourer 2.0R £14,995 Save £4,027 Subaru Legacy Sports Tourer 3.0R Spec B £25,795 Save £3,802 Subaru Impreza 1.5R Sports Wagon £9,494 Save £3,028.00 Subaru Impreza 2.5 WRX STI Type UK £22,995 Save £3,602 Subaru Tribeca 3.0 SE7 Auto Lthr £29,595 Save £4,502.00 More at www.subarusupersaver.com Free tank of fuel when you mention Honest John!
Automatic or Diesel KIA Rio Zapps both £8,495 13 Jun 2006 (News)
benefits from a price cut too, costing £800 less than the GS diesel and the savings don’t just stop at the price. With a combined fuel consumption of a staggering 60.1 mpg, this model will zapp the bank balance too. All Rio Zapp! models come highly equipped with air conditioning, CD Audio with MP3, ABS with EBD and central locking all as standard.
Classic Auction at Blackbushe Today 6 Dec 2004 (News)
This 24,000 mile 1974 Pontiac Grand Ville caught my eye as I'm often asked about convertibles that will carry more than four people. Has a 455ci lump, so no worries about hauling its vast bulk along, though fuel consumption could be a small problem. Older true classic entries include a 1935 Morris 12/4 Series II Special Coupe with fake dumb irons, a 1927 Wolseley 16/45, a 1925 Rover 9/20 and a 1932 Triumph Super 8 tourer.
Pan-Euro Car Taxes On The Way 1 Sep 2002 (News)
Mr Bolkestein is reported to want an overhaul of the current taxation regimes for vehicles within the EU in order to overcome the current market fragmentation due to tax differentials, to establish EU-wide environmental elements to vehicle/fuel taxation, and to focus on ecological company car taxation. It is also reported that Mr Bolkestein intends to phase out VED, progressively increase diesel duty and harmonise duty of lead-free petrol.
VW Cuts Lupo to £6,995 7 Apr 2002 (News)
The spec includes power steering; driver and passenger airbags; stereo radio/cassette and an immobiliser. As per the almost identical Arosa, combined fuel consumption is 48.7mpg and CO2 emissions 139g/km which puts it the lowest VED band at £100 a year. The price of £6,995 includes 12 months VED; 12 months VW Assistance; VW’s UK three year 60,000 mile mechanical warranty (two year manufacturer + 1 year dealer); and VW’s 12 year no perforation body warranty.
Sixteen in a Smart 16 Oct 2001 (News)
Alloy wheels are a no cost option on Pulse, Passion and City Cabrio. Whichever version, combined fuel consumption is 57.6mpg using the 'Softip' semi-automatic and CO2 emissions are 118g/km. Length is 2,500mm (8ft 3ins); width is 1,593mm (5ft 3ins); height is 1,549mm (5ft 1inch); and kerb weight is 720kg.
Audi Avantissmo is the Ultimate Avant 18 Sep 2001 (News)
In Automatic mode, at speed, the body automatically lowers, like the Audi Allroad for improved performance and fuel economy. The bodyshell is lightweight aluminium on an ASF (Audi Space Frame), as is the A8 and A2. The extraordinary six-light roof contains solar panels which power the car's ventilation system when the engine is switched off.
Seven Seats for New Suzuki 4x4 22 Aug 2001 (News)
The engine develops 170bhp at 6,000rpm and 231Nm (170 lb ft) torque at 3,300rpm. Combined fuel consumption for the manual is 26.2mpg and emissions 260g/km. Figures for the automatic are 23.5mpg and 285g/km. Importantly, the engine has a timing chain rather than timing belt for long term reliability.
'New' SAAB 9-5 from October 5 Jul 2001 (News)
It will feature an early appearance of General Motors new 3.0 litre 176bhp common rail turbodiesel V6 engine which puts out 258lb ft (350Nm) torque and if its fuel consumption and emissions are low enough will be a serious rival to Ford-Volvo's new D5 (see Volvo news item). SAAB lists 'chassis revisions to enhance driver control', which presumably means less of the severe understeer which was a characteristic of the old model.
New One Box Suzuki for Summer 22 Jun 2001 (News)
The engine is a 1,586cc 'all alloy' twin-cam putting out a healthy 102bhp at 5,500rpm and 106 lb ft (144NM) torque at 4,000rpm. Combined fuel consumption is 39.8 mpg for the 5-speed manual and 35.8 for the 4-speed automatic. CO2 outputs are 171g/km (£140pa VED) and 192g/km (£155pa VED) respectively. Prices are £9,995 for the GL and £11,495 for the GLX, which has ABS with EBD, air-conditioning, alloy wheels and a CD player as standard.
Big V6 for Less Than 1.6 Repmobile 16 Jun 2001 (News)
Standard equipment includes 4 sensor ABS with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, air-conditioning, alloy wheels, front fog lights, CD player, remote control central locking, a useful 60/40 split folding rear seat and 5mph impact-sustaining bumpers. Sports H-Matic automatic transmission is a £1,000 option. The combined fuel consumption figure for the manual is 28.2mpg with C02 emissions of 237g/km (£155 VED); for the automatic the figures are 25.9mpg and 257 g/km (£155 VED). Prices are £12,995 on the road for the LX as described; £13,995 for the LX automatic; and £15,995 for the more luxurious, leather trimmed SE automatic.
Cheaper, Faster Neons 7 Apr 2001 (News)
The new Neon R/T costs £13,995 on the road, gets to 60mph in 9.6 seconds, hits a top speed of 132mph and manages 42.2mpg on the extra urban EEC fuel consumption cycle (not to be confused with the combined mpg figure). Insurance is Group 12A. Equipment includes air-conditioning , leather seats, boot spoiler, front air dam, foglights, electric height-adjustable driver's seat, electric foldaway mirrors, four disc CD player and front and side airbags.
Limited production run for Callum Mk2 Jaguar 5 Sep 2014 (News)
Rack and pinion designed by CMC with electric power assistance and optimised steering geometry Fuel tank 11. Designed by CMC with a capacity of 20 imperial gallons 12. Le Mans style quick release fuel cap 13. Fuel unleaded 97 octane Suspension Front suspension designed and reengineered by CMC, incorporating: 14.
Michelin campaigns for introduction of worn tyre ratings 12 May 2017 (News)
EU tyre labels were introduced in 2012 to make it easier for drivers to understand performance, with each one showing how the tyre has tested for fuel economy, noise and wet weather grip. However, Roget says the labelling system needs to be expanded to allow drivers to make the most informed decisions when it comes to choosing the right tyres for their needs.
Black Friday 2016: Best motoring deals 25 Nov 2016 (News)
Morrisons You can save 10p-per-litre on fuel with Morrisons when you spend £50 or more in-store. The deal is on until 27 November, but excludes spend on tobacco, lottery tickets, cashback and mobile phone top up. Only one coupon will be given out per customer, per transaction and you can use the coupon at any Morrisons fuel station. Tesco Need to give your car a clean?
A Grand Monday: Lada Samara 10 Oct 2016 (News)
Being the 1.5GL model, this example is quite an upmarket Samara and has a number of delightful features including a non-functional fuel gauge, an aftermarket induction kit and a bloody great dent in the back door, all of which give it tremendous character. It also has a Peugeot 205 XS carburettor conversion, though from the experience of once trying to source new old stock fuel system parts for a Samara 1.5, we can tell you that this is most definitely a good thing.
Car sales up in May as Corsa leads the way 8 Jun 2012 (News)
New car registrations – rolling year including private and fleet/business May Total Diesel Petrol Alternative Fuel Private Fleet Business 2012 162,288 85,081 75,099 2,108 69,672 87,126 5,490 2011 150,431 79,562 69,270 1,599 60,963 83,121 6,347 % change 7.9% 6.9% 8.4% 31.8% 14.3% 4.8% -13.5% Mkt share '12 52.4% 46.3% 1.3% 42.9% 53.7% 3.4% Mkt share '11 52.9% 46.0% 1.1% 40.5% 55.3% 4.2% Year-to-date Total Diesel Petrol Alternative Fuel Private Fleet Business 2012 868,166 443,519 412,502 12,145 396,364 435,501 36,301 2011 846,513 423,174 411,992 11,347 365,406 435,607 45,500 % change 2.6% 4.8% 0.1% 7.0% 8.5% 0.0% -20.2% Mkt share '12 51.1% 47.5% 1.4% 45.7% 50.2% 4.2% Mkt share '11 50.0% 48.7% 1.3% 43.2% 51.5% 5.4% Best sellers May Year-to-date 1 Corsa 8,413 1 Fiesta 50,507 2 Fiesta 8,337 2 Corsa 38,347 3 Focus 6,983 3 Focus 36,916 4 Golf 5,867 4 Golf 28,261 5 Astra 5,433 5 Astra 25,011 6 3 Series 3,520 6 Polo 18,971 7 Polo 3,228 7 Qashqai 18,660 8 Qashqai 3,179 8 3 Series 17,205 9 Insignia 2,949 9 Insignia 15,031 10 500 2,823 10 C-Class 14,434
Kia now offers Venga to driving instructors 27 Jul 2010 (News)
The Kia Driving School programme offers all ADI & PDI accredited driving instructors the following benefits: Up to £750 off the OTR price Free insurance for 12 months Free dual controls (all models except Picanto) Free metallic paint Free bumper protection mouldings Discount fuel card Favourable contract hire rates (subject to status) ‘Plug & Play' speedometer available on all models (£108.70 inc VAT) The Venga is ieasy to drive, spacious and yet only four metres long, the Venga combines all the advantages of a family hatchback and a compact five-door MPV together in one stunningly crafted package.
Even Hotter 265PS SEAT Leon Cupra R 19 Aug 2009 (News)
The zero to 62 mph time, for instance, is a formidable 6.1 seconds, while the top speed of 155 mph is comfortably adequate. All this, and yet the new SEAT’s combined fuel consumption figure is put at just a shade under 35 mpg. Inside and out, the exclusive nature of the Spanish maker’s new model is obvious to the enthusiast thanks to the distinctive letter ‘R’ on the central grille and at the lower right of the hatch.
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