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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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  Future Classic Friday: Rover 800 Coupe 18 May 2018 (News)
  At this point, the 800 Coupe could (and maybe should) have died, but Rover had invested time and money in its design and development, with senior designer Richard Woolley (who went on to style the Rover 600 and 75) leading a group of Rover design staff to create the ultimate luxury definition of the 800. US-withdrawal notwithstanding, Rover’s bosses were encouraged by the media response to the R17 facelift in 1991 (at launch, of course, there was no talk of melting dashboards, malfunctioning switch packs, duff fuse boxes and plastic trim falling off, which became 800 bugbears later in life) so they carried on with the Coupe regardless, revealing the production-ready model at the 1991 London Motor Show, ahead of it going on sale early in 1992.
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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.
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  Used car buyers queue up for quality 19 Aug 2009 (News)
  Because Autoquake.com takes out a step in the value chain, it can provide higher returns for fleets while still saving consumers money. The company is funded by leading venture capital companies Accel Partners and Highland Capital Partners who investor in companies such as Facebook, Digg and Real Networks.
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  Contradictory Results From Electric Car Consumer Surveys 30 May 2009 (News)
  IN COMPLETE CONTRAST, A SURVEY BY MOTORPOINT FOUND PRECISELY THE OPPOSITE Electric cars have failed to spark the imagination of the vast majority of motorists, according to Motorpoint. A new online poll by the UK's leading car supermarket found 70% of drivers believed electric cars to be nothing more than a gimmick. Only 30% of those quizzed said they offered a long-term solution to cutting Co2 emissions. Over 1,300 people took part in the week-long survey.
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  Subaru Withdraws From World Rally Championship 17 Dec 2008 (News)
  ” About Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (FHI), the maker of Subaru automobiles, is a leading manufacturer in Japan with a long history of technological innovations that dates back to its origin as an aircraft company. While the automotive business is a main business pillar, FHI’s Aerospace, Industrial Products and Eco Technologies divisions offer a diverse range of products from general-purpose engines, power generators, and sanitation trucks to small airplanes, crucial components for passenger aircrafts, and wind-powered electricity generating systems.
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  Star Deals From Motorpoint 5 Nov 2008 (News)
  www.motorpoint.co.uk Star Deals at 4th November 2008. Just some of the deals on offer from Motorpoint, the UK’s leading car supermarket, to help motorists beat the credit crunch (while stocks last) Deal of the Week Vauxhall Vectra 1.8i VVT Life 5dr Manual. 08 Reg. Only 15,204 miles at £5,999– a saving of £10,658 on new* This model comes fitted with ABS, Air Conditioning, Central Locking, CD Player, Cruise Control, Electric Windows, Electric Mirrors and Power Steering. 39.2 MPG (combined) Steal of the Week Vauxhall Astra 1.8i VVT SRi [Exterior Pack] 5dr Manual. 57 Reg.
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  Hugely Varied Entry to Historics September 23rd Classic Car Auction 12 Sep 2017 (News)
  At the same time, new main bearing shells and big end bearing shells were fitted as well as being treated to a lead-free conversion with larger valves and three SU carburettors together with a new Borg & Beck clutch. So it will go as well as it looks. Only the superleggera bodybowk lets it down in a few places and the scruffy rear bumper has been removed.
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  Goodwood Festival of Speed: Renault's classics in action 6 Jul 2013 (News)
  Renault alone took the turbo option, and though development of this complex engine was often troubled, the rightness of its decision began to emerge with a fourth place at Watkins Glen in the US in 1978. A year later, the RS01 scored pole and lead the Kyalami GP in South Africa. The RS01 was replaced by the RS10, which scored the engine’s maiden victory and triggered Formula One’s dramatic turbo era. The Yellow Teapot will ride again over the Festival weekend, with several turbo-boosted bursts up the hill.
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  Round up of car makers' April Fools for 2011 1 Apr 2011 (News)
  Kia dealerships participating in the Feather Free Zones initiative – from 12 noon today - will display a distinctive window sticker on each of their forecourt vehicles to give browsing customers peace of mind that a pigeon fancier is at work in the local area.   SEAT Innovative Spanish car maker SEAT is once again leading the way on in-car technology with the debut today of a pioneering and dynamic new satellite navigation system. The SEAT Media Audio Recognition Technology (SMART) uses state-of-the-art GPS plotting allied to a 20Gb hard drive loaded with voice instruction data to offer bespoke satellite navigation instructions.
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  New Michelin Supercar Tyre Shaves 5 Seconds Off a 2.7 Kilometre Lap 20 Nov 2010 (News)
  In a test conducted in 2010 by TUV, The Michelin Pilot Super Sport outperformed its five leading competitors in speed and dry road-holding the   independent testing organization, using size 245/40 ZR 18 y and 235/35 ZR 19 y tyres.    Bi-Compound Tread Originally developed for racing tires, the innovation of bi-compound tread uses different rubber compounds on the left and right sides of the tread.
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  FIAT to Supply BSM With 500s 1 Aug 2009 (News)
  FIAT answers comment on its decision as follows: Fiat’s recent announcement that it is to supply Britain’s leading driving school with a 14,000 strong fleet of stylish Fiat 500s as part of a four-year deal is in line with the company’s local market strategy, according to managing director Andrew Humberstone.
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  How The Recession Has Hit Used Car Sales 29 Jul 2009 (News)
  The 2009 BCA Used Car Market Report reveals the economic pressures forcing motorists to make some environmentally-sound decisions Statistics Summary · 5% certainly will buy a used car in the next year · But 42% do not plan to replace their car during the recession · 15% have insufficient personal funds to replace their car with 12% concerned about rising motoring costs · Price is the crunch factor for 50% of used car buyers followed by make/model at 40% · 28% of used car buyers see low mileage as an important factor - 7% down from the 2008 survey · The environment was only considered important by 6% of used car buyers · However, 38% plan to walk more often to reduce their personal motoring costs and 30% will both avoid short journeys and reduce car trips · Public transport is seen as a cost-saving option for 22% of motorists · 40% opted for a used car because they couldn't afford new The 19th annual Used Car Market Report, published by leading vehicle auction company, British Car Auctions (BCA) provides an important insight into used car buying habits as the economic downturn takes hold. The only definitive, independent report on the used car market, and utilising research from 2,000 motorists conducted in Spring 2009, the BCA report demonstrates that economic pressures are certainly influencing car buying plans and habits for the future.
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  BCA Pulse Shows Auction Prices Rising 6 Jan 2009 (News)
  Market Dynamics The tail-end of 2008 saw the financial crisis tighten, leading to several significant high street names succumbing to the pressure including Woolworths and MFI, while in the motoring sector there continued to be sizeable year-on-year falls in new car volumes.
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  MOTORPOINT STAR DEALS 24th June to 1st July 24 Jun 2008 (News)
  www.motorpoint.co.uk Star Deals of the Week 24th June to 1st July, while stocks last. Just some of the amazing deals on offer from Motorpoint, the UK’s leading car supermarket group, over the next seven days. Deal of the Week BMW 525i SE Auto 4-dr. 2004 build but unregistered. Only £23,999 – a saving of £12,356* This model comes with ABS, Alloys, Bi-Xenon Headlights, Central Locking, Cruise Control, 6 CD Autochanger, Distance Control, Electric Windows, Electric Mirrors, Electric Rear Blind, Leather Interior, Metallic Paint and Sport Steering Wheel. 28.5 MPG (combined) Small Cars Vauxhall Corsa 1.2i 16v Club [AC] 5-dr Manual Hatchback. 57 Reg.