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  Preview: Silverstone classic car auction, Northamptonshire, 27 July 10 Jun 2013 (News)
  This particular DB5 had a near 18 month, no expense-spared restoration with parts supplied from Aston Workshop and HWM Aston Martin. Extensive mechanical work was undertaken to include an upgrade to run on unleaded fuel, water pump overhaul, reconditioning of the starter motor and replacement of various other consumables and components. The car was fully stripped and repainted in Royal Blue metallic by Specialised Paintwork of Reading in March 2013.
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  New insurance saving tech from TomTom 8 Feb 2012 (News)
  .  So if you think of your insurance as your car's MPG - the better you drive, the longer your fuel will last.  It's the same with Fair Pay Insurance, good drivers get more for their money and in that sense they will pay ultimately less." What do you think of systems that monitor your driving?
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  September new registrations stable 6 Oct 2011 (News)
  This is largely owed to diesel cars which are increasingly popular, taking 49.9% of the market. Alternative fuel vehicles such as electric cars and hybrids made up 1.3% of the cars sold in September. Fleet and business sales were important in September, between them making up more than half of all new cars registered – 47.1% fleet and 6.2% business.
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  Europe’s fastest EV on display at EcoVelocity 28 Jun 2011 (News)
  In 2012 Don will attempt the beat the world land speed record for electric vehicles in the car, with a top speed of more than 350mph in his sights. Don Wales said: “One day we’re going to run out of today’s fuels and electric is the future.  I’ve felt strongly about this for over a decade and launched Bluebird Electric in the late 1990s.  “I’m pleased that it’s now being taken seriously by the industry, and events such as EcoVelocity are an excellent way to showcase how far green technology has progressed.”
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  Rare Vauxhall Corsa Diesel Auto On Offer 27 May 2011 (News)
  In addition to this, the Corsa SXi CDTi Easytronic is an Insurance Group 3, will cost only £30 for a Years Road Tax and has a EC Fuel Consumption figure of 64.2 MPG (Subject to driving conditions). The SXi Specification has always been one of the Corsa's most sought after trim levels, with features such as Front Foglights, Remote Central Locking and Leather Steering Wheel.
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  SEAT Young Driver scheme goes green 18 May 2011 (News)
  SEAT Young Driver, which offers driving lessons to youngsters from 11 to 16 years old, has just taken delivery of a brand new fleet of SEAT Ibiza Ecomotives. Featuring fuel-saving technology such as an engine stop/start system and brake energy recovery, the Ibiza Ecomotive is among the lowest-polluting new cars on the road with CO2 emissions of just 92g/km. The scheme opened at Birmingham’s NEC in October 2009 and has since provided over 20,000 lessons at venues across the UK including London, Bristol, Sheffield, Bluewater, Glasgow and Newcastle.
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  Renault Clio Gets Down tp 98g/km CO2 12 Jan 2010 (News)
  This represents a 17g per km reduction in CO2 emissions (15% overall) compared to current engine, achieved through series of aerodynamic, engine and tyre improvements.   Combined fuel economy raised to 76.3 mpg and drag co-efficient reduced from 0.725 to 0.69 CdA. Unlike rivals, the new models will cost the same as current versions. Available to order in France from 9th February and later this year in UK.
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  Top Value New LandRover Freelanders for 2010 19 Dec 2009 (News)
  The Freelander 2 ‘White & Black’ models feature the six-speed manual 2.2-litre diesel powertrain, complete with keyless starter button and Land Rover’s intelligent Stop/Start e_technology which delivers combined fuel economy of 42.2mpg. Privacy glass, 17” alloy wheels and load space cover are also standard. John Edwards, Land Rover UK managing director said: “With a price less than £20,000 and the economical yet powerful diesel engine, the Freelander 2 ‘White & Black’ Special Editions represent exceptional value for money in the compact SUV sector.
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  Extra Kit For Forester Diesel 24 Jul 2009 (News)
  With class leading fuel economy and emissions, the SureTrak is equally happy on the school run as it is winding its way down country lanes or across a muddy caravan field. For further information on the vehicle, advice on the scrappage scheme or details of your nearest Subaru dealer, visit www.subaru.co.uk .
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  Chevy Sale Starts Boxing Day 15 Dec 2008 (News)
  Introduced earlier in 2008, the Aveo shows the new face of Chevrolet and features an upmarket fascia, with soft-touch plastics and an integrated audio display. It also comes with a combined fuel economy figure of up to 51mpg, appealing to cost-conscious motorists and proving that the savings don’t start and end with a discounted sticker price. A great saving is also offered on the ever-popular Matiz 1.0 SE.
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  New Hyundais From Just £4,995 8 Oct 2007 (News)
  Generous equipment includes electric windows, CD player and split and folding rear seats for flexibility, plus fuel economy of 51.4 mpg combined. If you need something a little bit bigger, there’s the Getz. Now available from just £6,495 for the GSI 1.1-litre 3-door, this supermini offers luxuries such as air-conditioning and electric front windows in addition to the Hyundai five-year warranty.
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  Aewsome New 200mph Ferrari 575M 2 Mar 2002 (News)
  No official performance figures are yet available, but expect a top speed of over 200mph, a 0-60 of less than ten seconds, fuel consumption of 10 – 15mph and correspondingly high CO2 emissions. Price details too have been with-held but the rumours are in the region of £150,000 - £160,000. More at www.ferrari.co.uk
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  Mitsubishi Cuts Pick-Up Prices 18 Dec 2001 (News)
  All vehicles within the new range meet the new Euro III regulations. As well as producing up to 16% more power and up to 24% more torque, fuel economy is improved by up to 5%, resulting in lower CO2 emissions. All 4WD models come with Mitsubishi's Easy Select 4WD system which makes the L200 the ideal work or leisure vehicle. Exterior changes include a new grille and front bumper design.
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  Luxurious Baby Rover For Older Drivers 11 Aug 2001 (News)
  Rover 25 1.6 iXL 1.6 iXL Stepspeed Engine Capacity 1589cc 1589cc Max Power 109Ps @6000rpm 109Ps @6000rpm Max Torque 138Nm @4500rpm 138Nm @4500rpm 0-60mph 9.5secs (manual) 10.3secs (Stepspeed) Top Speed 115mph (manual) 110mph (Stepspeed) Combined Fuel consumption 40.8mpg (manual) 37.8mpg (Stepspeed) CO2 166g/km (manual) 178g/km (Stepspeed) Both £140pa VED. 3 Door Prices £13,980 (manual) £14,895 (Stepspeed) 5 Door Prices £14,480 (manual) £15,395 (Stepspeed) All Rover cars include a three-year/60,000 mile warranty.
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  Seven Heaven Starts in 2002 23 Jun 2001 (News)
  Combining VANOS variable valve timing with new Valvetronic technology and variable intake manifolding improves both power output and economy. Combined fuel consumption for the new 735i is 26.4mpg and for the 745i is 25.9mpg. Both cars are speed limited to 155mph with the 735i getting to sixty in 7.3 seconds and the 745i managing it in 6.1 seconds. More at www.bmw.co.uk
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  New Year deals round-up 11 Jan 2012 (News)
  cat=new">More Nissan new car deals     Peugeot new car offers, deals and promotions Peugeot are offering customer savings of as much as £2550 off the 308, 5008, 207, 3008 and 107 . Buyers can also choose the Just Add Fuel offer, which takes all of the hassle out of car ownership by combining servicing, tax, warranty, breakdown cover, comprehensive insurance and personal contract hire or purchase into one monthly payment. Just Add Fuel is offered to buyers of the almost all models in the Peugeot range.  More Peugeot deals   Renault new car offers, deals and promotions  Renault is offering 3000 miles worth of free fuel across its range, as well as cash savings on selected models, including £1000 off the Twingo and Clio , and £1600 off the Megane .
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  Low CO2 Mazda 1.6 Sport Diesel Now on Sale 22 Apr 2009 (News)
  It is the naturally sporty choice for supermini car buyers,” added Cameron. For drivers in search of even greater fuel economy, the Mazda2 1.4D TS2 achieves 68.9mpg (combined cycle), matches the 1.6D Sport around town (55.4mpg) and reaches 62mph from standstill in 15.5 seconds. This model’s CO2 rating is 107g/km which qualifies it for a Band B road fund licence.
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  November recall round up: Fires and hacking 1 Dec 2015 (News)
  A software update is required to fix the issue.  More than 1000 Porsche Macan models are being recalled because of a potential fuel leak. The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is also being recalled because of potential fuel leaks, again with more than 1000 cars affected. The most interesting recall this month affects 49 cars built by Chrysler or Jeep.
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  Shelley Pearson To race at Flame and Thunder 2010 22 Oct 2010 (News)
  I'll try and back that performance up at Flame and Thunder - and if it's at all possible, I'll try and run even quicker!'   Shelley's 8,000 horsepower Top Fuel dragster will also be joined by a Nitro-fuelled Funny Car, and they will both be firing off exhibition passes throughout the day, as well as the World's fastest Jet-powered race cars.
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  Volvo launches new deposit-free car subscription service 2 Sep 2020 (News)
  .  “Our subscription offer also makes for easy budgeting because it covers all the essentials apart from fuel, with the option of adding insurance.”