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  Report: Jaguar MkI sets record price at Brightwells 29 Jul 2015 (News)
  Five of the six Lotus models on offer also sold well, a charmingly patinated and highly original 1972 Europa Twin Cam with later ‘big valve’ head leading the pack at £19,800. A similarly race-derived 1971 Marcos GT with a 3.0-litre Volvo engine comfortably exceeded its pre-sale estimate at £13,200 thanks to its wonderful ‘E-Type from the darkside’ looks.
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  SKYACTIV. The future of cars according to Mazda – Driven. 5 Jun 2011 (News)
  Ignition also happens after the piston has reached the top of its stroke.   The lower compression ratio of the SKYACTIV diesel leads to decreased compression temperature and pressure. Therefore the components of the engine can be made much lighter, reducing combustion pressures by 20% and allowing a reduction of engine weight of 10% and allowing the engine to reach higher RPM.
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  Peugeot Reveals Prices and Specs of 3008 31 Jul 2009 (News)
    Peugeot has been a leading pioneer in many new motoring concepts, from the first four valve per cylinder twin cam engines of the 1900’s, to the first production car with independent front suspension (201); the first “folding roof cars” (401 Eclipse); electric sliding front doors on the Peugeot 1007 and now the new Peugeot 3008, another new concept ideal for today’s modern lifestyles.
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  Huge Engine Technology Breakthrough From FIAT 7 Mar 2009 (News)
  For low-rpm torque, the solenoid valve is opened near the end of the camshaft profile, leading to early intake valve closing. This eliminates unwanted backflow into the manifold and maximises the air mass trapped in the cylinders. In engine part-load, the solenoid valve is opened earlier, causing partial valve openings to control the trapped air mass as a function of the required torque.
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  Christmas feature: Hot Wheels at 50 21 Dec 2018 (News)
  And that shows just how deeply passions have run for Hot Wheels over five decades and over four billion sales. The brand is a household name in over 200 nations, and the market-leading die cast toy in the USA, UK, Europe, China, Australia and, thanks to Elon Musk, outer space. The difference being that, while boys below the age of 14 still make up a large percentage of Hot Wheels’ customers across the world, around a quarter of Hot Wheels toys these days are bought by collectors.
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  Driver's insurance cancelled after insurer erroneously claims he was doing 164mph 4 Sep 2017 (News)
  James' Octobox (the black box provider) innacurately shows his car not following the curve of the road James said, "I'm bitterly disappointed. In the days leading up to the incident, I was singing the praises of having a box as a competent driver to reduce premiums. Clearly the technology is innacurrate and will need perfecting before having such a massive impact on those that choose to have a box.
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  Gulf Race Cars to Demo at CarFest South 9 Aug 2013 (News)
  Allerton met Bellm and impressed with his plans signed a deal before the car was even off the production line. As a result of this the Gulf team were the leading runners in 1995 and 1996, winning the title for Bellm in 1996. McLaren GTR F1 Short Tail Gordon Murray designed the iconic McLaren F1 as the 'ultimate' road car and, despite his renowned background in motorsport, never intended for his new baby to have a career in competition.
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  Third Quarter Discount Deals From KIA 2 Jul 2013 (News)
  The entire cee'd range is available with the Care-3 all-inclusive servicing plan that offers the first three services for a fixed £329 and, as with every new Kia, the cee'd range comes with Kia's industry-leading seven year warranty. For further details on all Kia offers please visit  www.kia.co.uk (The £99 insurance offer is available on Picanto 'City', Picanto 5-door '1 Air', Rio '2', New cee'd '1' and New cee'd Sportswagon '1', at participating dealers only, for customers aged between 21 and 80.
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  Honda Back in Full Production 8 Apr 2012 (News)
  Last year's disasters saw Honda's global production drop from 3.6m vehicles to 2.9m and sales fell from 3.5m to 3m. Even its motorcycle division felt the effects with sales falling 9% - although the company still leads with 16m sales. Keir said that Swindon lost 50% of its planned production last year as supplies of parts from Japan and Thailand dried up. "This also had a significant effect on our tier two and three suppliers who have also had a very difficult time."
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  This year's Goodwood Revival in pictures and video 20 Sep 2011 (News)
  The celebration of the 100 th  anniversary of Ford of Britain was flagged-off by Ford’s chief financial officer, Lewis Booth, with Ford of Britain chairman, Joe Greenwell, riding in the Ford Consul in the lead.  Several of Ford’s iconic Model T vehicles were in a line-up of classic cars that included the 1966 Le Mans 24-hour race-winning Ford GT Mk II; the 1970 London to Mexico World Cup rally-winning Ford Escort Mk I; and the 1912 all-Ford-race winner at Brooklands. 
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  Three MX-5s for Britcar 24hr race at Silverstone on 1 October 22 Aug 2011 (News)
  These include The Not Forgotten Association - one of the 2011 chosen charities for the RAF Typhoon Display Team, of which Mazda is the 2011 vehicle sponsor, Help for Heroes, the 'Soldiers' Charity' - the Army Benevolent Fund, Forces Children's Trust and Scotty's Little Soldiers. Leading this team will be Major James Cameron of the 2 nd Royal Tank Regiment (2RTR) based at Tidworth in Wiltshire. James has just returned from Afghanistan where he commanded the Warthog Group - Task Force Helmand's independent armoured Squadron.   
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  Former F1 and Touring Car Aces Line Up For Silverstone Classic 14 Jul 2011 (News)
  From rallying is Norwegian veteran and multiple RAC Rally class winner John Haugland who will field a Lotus Cortina in the U2TC race. Finally, the entry list is packed with all the leading racers of historic cars from across Europe. Notable crowd pleasers include Brackley’s Barrie ‘Whizzo’ Williams in the E-type Challenge, Willie Green (Ferrari 275 GTB/C), Simon Hadfield and Martin Stretton.
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  Celebrities in Cancer Charity Fundraiser Race at Silverstone Classic 8 May 2011 (News)
  Other famous faces confirmed for the charity fundraising event include Comedy Dave, Jonny Saunders, Neil Fox, Luther Blissett, Lord Charles Brocket and Paul O’Duffy. Further names will be announced in the lead up to the race. Speaking at the launch Heston Blumenthal said: “I made my racing debut at the Silverstone Classic last year and absolutely loved it… even if I did go sideways round most of the corners.
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  GO GREEN WITH MOTABILITY AND SAVE MONEY 23 Feb 2009 (News)
  For more information call 0800 093 1000 or see www.motability.co.uk . 1. Motability is the UK's leading car scheme for disabled people. It provides affordable, convenient, trouble-free motoring to over 500,000 disabled customers and their families. 2.
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  Added Value Deals For BMWs 10 Jan 2008 (News)
  BMW 520d Business Navigation offer 2007 was a record sales year for 5 Series Saloon and Touring models in the UK with nearly 20,000 cars sold and 520d models being the most popular derivative. BMW is now adding even more value to the class-leading executive car. For a nominal £350 contribution, buyers of 520d Saloon and Touring models will receive BMW’s Business navigation system, complete with map and arrow view, normally valued at £1,365.
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  Motoring firsts to be celebrated at London Classic Car Show 18 Jan 2019 (News)
  In celebration of Ferguson Formula Developments’ pioneering four-wheel drive and ABS braking innovations, the first all-wheel drive Formula One car will lead a convoy of FFD cars through the Grand Avenue. The 2.5-litre Ferguson P99 F1 car made history when it was driven to victory by Sir Stirling Moss in the 1961 International Gold Cup at Oulton Park. Amongst the exotica at the show will be the first Ferrari Superleggera.
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  IAM Celebrates 60th Birthday with Party Event and Change of Name 6 Jul 2016 (News)
  IAM RoadSmart (previously known as The Institute of Advanced Motorists) is been at the forefront of helping drivers and riders become safer on the road, leading to a reduction in the numbers of people killed and injured. In addition IAM RoadSmart wants to help drivers and riders enjoy their time on the roads more, and this includes a range of Skills Days at race circuits around the country.
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  Innovations at Mobility Roadshow to Include new Swivel Seat and new Flexible Ramp 18 May 2016 (News)
  Organised by charity Mobility Choice, the free-to-attend Mobility Roadshow (incorporating Get Going Live) is Europe’s leading consumer-focussed event for people of any age living with restricted mobility.  New product highlights at the event include: Elap Mobility, Autoadapt & Kivi  The Autoadapt Turny Low Vehicle swivel seat allows you to choose cars previously impossible to adapt.
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  Rare SS1 Tourer to Star in Barons 7th December Auction 10 Nov 2010 (News)
  The interior is mint, as are the boot area and most of the paint and body. The spare wheel has never been used. The original paper stickers on the HT leads are still present with the numbers 1-4, and it has what looks like the spare key code written on a paper tab under the bonnet. Estimate: £3,500-£5,000. The December 7th sale also features a rallying classic Jaguar – a 3.5-litre 1948 Mark V Saloon once owned by renowned Jaguarphile Paul Skilleter.
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  BCA Used Car Market Report 2010 3 Sep 2010 (News)
  BCA Used Car Market Report 2010 According to data from British Car Auctions (BCA) - one of the UK's leading vehicle remarketing businesses - there is clear evidence that sales of used vehicles played a crucial role in the motor industry's recovery in 2009 and continue to make a significant contribution in 2010.