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  The Good Garage Guide: Passing your MoT 9 May 2011 (News)
  It should settle after a couple of bounces, and if it doesn’t then it probably means a shock absorber needs replacing. The brakes need to work, obviously. If the brake pedal feels spongy then topping up the brake fluid may fix the problem and is fairly simple.Be careful though, brake fluid is hazardous so follow the instructions on the container.
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  A Grand Monday: Renault Clio 1.2 21 Jan 2019 (News)
  .  For that, you’ll be getting a late Mk1 Clio with extremely good bodywork, with only a few small rust scabs to sort out at the back of the sills, and not enough to bother the MoT tester. Of more pressing concern are a need for a complete exhaust system, rear brake cylinders and a corroded brake pipe. Nothing too alarming and well within the scope of a competent DIYer. So no, it’s not a driveaway project, but it is a relatively straightforward one, and at practically scrap value, it has the potential to become a very nice little car indeed.  Read our Renault Clio review and buyer's guide How many Renault Clio survived?
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  MoT Data for Bournemouth 6 May 2014 (News)
  Postcode areas in the south do tend to have a higher pass rate rate than those in the north, but those towns that are on the coast aren't as good as those further inland. The failure rates across all areas except brakes are below average, with brakes showing very slightly better than average performance.  Cars registered between 2004 and 2010 actually do pretty well in the MoT and all are above the national average.
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  Michelin Launches Two New High Performance Winter Tyres 29 Feb 2012 (News)
  But, of course, winter is not all about snow. And in wet braking performance tests carried out by TUV, the Michelin Pilot Alpins out-performed all competitors, with the tyre that performed bets braking in snow actually performing worst in the wet braking test. On average, Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4 brake 2 metres shorter compared with its main competitors in Europe (when decelerating from 80-0 km/h).
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  Five Fabulous 1930s Packards in Mecum Las Vegas Classic Car Auction 8 Nov 2018 (News)
  It features: 473 CI V-12 engine; Stromberg carburetor; 3-speed manual transmission; Independent front suspension; Rear leaf spring suspension; 4-wheel vacuum-assisted drum brakes; Wood dash and door sill accents; Roll down divider window; Passenger compartment clock; Dual side mounts with metal cases and accessory mirrors; Rear-mounted radio with armrest controls; Luggage rack; Swan mascot; Painted steel wheels; Chrome trim rings and Wide Whitewall tires.
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  Michelin Puts New Tyres to the Test at MIRA 15 Jul 2012 (News)
  By ‘Balance of Performance’ Michelin means the other factors that need to be considered when buying tyres. Safety is not merely about wet braking. It also has to cover dry braking where 70% of all crashes occur. Urban conditions where 60% of all crashes occur. Straight roads where 75% of all crashes occur. Cornering where 25% of all crashes occur and where crashes tend to have the most severe consequences.
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  Drivers leaving tyre changes to the last minute 30 Aug 2012 (News)
  Tyre manufacturers recommend a change when tread depth is 3mm, while the legal minimum is 1.6mm. Braking performance in wet conditions is reduced severely when tread is at the legal minimum, and more so when tread depth falls to illegal levels. You can read more about that by clicking here .
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  Cover comes off Ian Callum's redesign of the Mk2 Jaguar 28 Aug 2014 (News)
  A fan of hot rods and saloon car racing, Callum’s fitted cooling ducts for the front brakes in the wing while at the rear sits a twin-pipe exhaust.
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  Penalties 'need to be tougher for dangerous drivers' 21 Nov 2008 (News)
  However, it added it would not support any move to reduce the number of points given to motorists who are found to be travelling slightly faster than they should be. Mary Williams, Brake's chief executive, said: "Speeding kills, maims and devastates families and communities and only a few miles [per hour] over a limit can be the difference between life and death." Last month, the charity called upon the government to introduce more zones limits of 20 mph across the UK.
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  New Jag XJ Features Sixes and Eights 13 Sep 2002 (News)
  All are mated to the same excellent six speed ZF automatic transmission with J gate manual override. Safety features will include ABS with Brake Assist, traction control, Dynamic Stability Control, and Adaptive Cruise Control which senses when the car is getting too close to the car in front and either emits an audible warning or applies the brakes.
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  New Megane Coupe Cabrios: Just £13,750 29 Oct 2005 (News)
  EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT Electric/Heated Body Coloured Door Mirrors 16" Alloy Wheels Automatic Headlamps Body Coloured Bumpers Satin Chrome Door Handles Non-Metallic Paint Electrically Folding Glass Roof with Sunblind Tinted Windows DRIVING & SAFETY Puncture Repair Aerosol (no Spare Wheel) High Level Rear Brake Light Front Passenger Airbag Deactivation Emergency Brake Assist Front Fog Lamps Variable Power Assisted Steering Double Optic Headlamps with "See Me Home" Function Rain Sensitive Automatic Wipers 5 Star Award In Euro NCAP Tests ABS with EBD (Electronic Brake Distribution) Front/Rear Seatbelt Pretensioners Fixed Rear Roll Bar Front Lateral Airbags Keyless Car with Renault Card SEATING & TRIM 'Ruche' Charcoal Grey Cloth Fully Adjustable Front Headrests Driver's Seat with Height & Lumbar Adjustment COMFORT & CONVENIENCE Electric Rear Windows Fuel Flap With Integrated Fuel Cap Height & Reach Adjustable Leather Steering Wheel Electric Front Windows (One Touch) HEATING & VENTILATION Pollen Filter Air Conditioning Glove Box (Cooled by Air Conditioning) SECURITY EQUIPMENT Deadlocking Insurance Approved Immobiliser Anti-Theft Wheel centre caps Insurance Approved Engine Immobiliser Four Three Point Seatbelts INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS Outside Temperature Gauge Aviation Style Handbrake Leather Steering Wheel and Gear Knob IN-CAR ENTERTAINMENT 4 x 15W Single-CD RDS Radio with 6 Speakers & Fingertip Remote Control factory options available climate £200 17 " alloy wheel upgrade £350 leather £800 Interested in this Vehicle?
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  New Polo To Debut at Frankfurt on 11th September 15 Aug 2001 (News)
  Numerous items of optional equipment will enhance comfort and safety: in conjunction with the electronic stability program (ESP), Volkswagen is offering a hydraulic brake assistant (HBA), designed to cut emergency braking distance. Other options will include Climatic, a semi-automatic air conditioning system which uses less fuel than a conventional system and integrated rear child seats.
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  Addison Lee Fits Michelin Cross Climate Tyres to 5,000 Private Hire Cabs 12 Nov 2015 (News)
  CrossClimate tyres are currently available in 23 dimensions, covering 76 per cent of all car and car-derived van tyres in sizes from 15 to 17 inches, with Michelin to launch additional sizes next year.  You can find out if they will fit your car at:  www.michelin.co.uk/tyres/michelin-crossclimate CrossClimates offer the benefits of a summer tyre for dry or wet braking, total mileage and energy efficiency, while also boasting the traction and braking performance of a winter tyre on cold and snow-covered roads – making it perfect for the UK’s often unpredictable weather.
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  First Lynx Eventer could make £30,000 at auction 2 Sep 2014 (News)
  A rare shooting brake version of the Jaguar XJS made £28,750 when it went under the hammer on Saturday, 20 September. The first production spec Lynx Eventer – one of just 67 made – was offered for sale at Silverstone Auctions’ Autumn Sale.
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  Save on a Ford Fiesta with Motor Provider 23 Nov 2009 (News)
        Standard equipment includes:   Climate control Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) Anti-lock brakes with Electronic Brake-force  Distribution (EBD) Radio CD, MP3 compatible, 6 speakers, remote  audio controls, AUX connection for external music devices Bluetooth hands-free telephone and voice control system Multifunction matrix display 15-inch 5x2 spoke alloy wheels Front fog lights Electric front and rear windows with  one-touch lowering/closing on driver's side Driver's and front passengers airbags Door mirrors, body coloured housing, heated, electric operation, integrated side indicator Remote central locking Electric power steering  (EPAS) Height and reach adjustable steering Driver's seat - height adjustable Capless refuelling with Ford Easy Fuel (Its unique safeguard prevents refuelling with the wrong fuel) Rear privacy glass Body coloured rear spoiler Trip computer ISOFIX child seat anchor points
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  NEW DISCO ARRIVES SIX MONTHS EARLY 29 May 2002 (News)
  The new Disco not only features Range Rover like lights, but a new interior, technical enhancements and more than 700 changes designed to improve both its on and off-road ability. Brakes and suspension have been re-worked, and a centre differential lock is now available to improve the Discovery's off-road ability. Refinement and build quality are also said to be much better. Prices are unchanged from the previous model, and begin at £21,995 for the TD5 E and rise to £34,490 for the V8 ES.
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  Toyota Unveils its new Avensis MPV 20 Feb 2001 (News)
  Engines will be either 2.0 litre VVT-i petrol developing 150bhp at 6,000 rpm and 192Nm (142 lb ft) torque at 4,000 rpm or the 2.0 litre common rail D-4D turbo diesel which develops 116bhp at 4,000 rpm and 250Nm (184 lb ft) torque between 1,800 and 3,000 rpm. Combined consumption for the diesel is 43.5mpg. All-round disc brakes with ABS, EBD and Brake Assist are standard, as are driver and passenger airbags, remote central double locking and an engine immobiliser. The Avensis Verso will go on sale in Summer 2001. Prices and specs will be announced at a later date.
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  Three new Sports Saloons from MG 2 Feb 2001 (News)
  The 75 based X10 will boast a 195bhp version of the 2.5 litre KV6, much firmer suspension, eighteen inch alloy wheels and huge 325mm front disc brakes. There will also be a cheaper 160bhp version with the same body mods and two V8 models developing 260bhp and 375bhp respectively. The 45 based X20 will have up to 177bhp from a 2.5litre KV6, seventeen inch alloys and uprated suspension and brakes.
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  The MoT Files: Top 10 causes of van MoT failure 12 Mar 2019 (News)
  Most MoT failures could be avoided if van drivers spent a few minutes each week inspecting their vehicle. From blown bulbs to worn out brakes and suspension springs, these are the most-common MoT failures for vans and pick-ups. >>> See the MoT pass rates for all makes and model of van and pick-up
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  VIDEO: five shocking road safety facts 21 Nov 2016 (News)
  Brake is holding its annual road safety week from today, an event aimed at encouraging discussion and awareness of road safety issues - hopefully resulting in fewer accidents.  Spare a couple of minutes to watch our video, which highlights five facts related to road safety that you'll probably find surprising.