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  Crowds flock to Race Retro 6 Mar 2017 (News)
  Race Retro’s 50 th anniversary celebration of the Cosworth DFV certainly turn heads with a display curated by engine designer Mike Costin, who founded Cosworth with Keith Duckworth, both Hall of Fame nominees for 2017. Cars featured in the tribute included the incredibly rare Tyrell P34 six-wheeler, the Cosworth 4WD, the Lotus 49B, and James Hunt’s McLaren M23. Out on the Rally Stage, under the watchful eye of the team from Rallying with Group B, around 80 Group A, B and C cars provided spectators with thrill after thrill especially when former World Rally Champion Ari Vatanen got back behind the wheel of the Rothmans Ford Escort and Subaru Legacy he drove in period.
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  Talbot takes trophy in Alpine Rally 4 Oct 2016 (News)
  The route continues to offer exciting competition for those who want it, challenging roads that you’d never find on your own, and a stunning backdrop for equally stunning cars.' As well as the overall winners, the Alpine Trial’s 40-strong entry-list was broken down into five categories based on engine size: up to 1500cc; up to 2000cc; up to 3000cc; up to 4000cc; over 4000cc, with class winners celebrated in each.
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  A Grand Monday: Rover 216 Tomcat Coupe 26 Sep 2016 (News)
  It’s also, critically, in very good structural condition – a key point, as the low-slung Tomcat likes to rot more than other models in the 200 line-up. Add in the fact that the car is Nightfire Red (one of the best colours), is clearly owned by a committed Rover enthusiast, comes with the best wheels and the low-lip boot spoiler, has low miles and has clearly been well looked after, and you’re left with an appealing entry-level 200 Coupe that’s in far better order than most of the examples you see for sale at this price level.
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  New Mazda 3 to Drive 9,300 Miles Hiroshima to Frankfurt 22 Jul 2013 (News)
  Mazda delivers its cars by the Trans-Siberian Railway from Vladivostock ro Moscow.  Now, to prove the durability of the new Mazda 3 Skyactive, eight of them are being driven 9,300 miles across Russia from Vladivostock to Frankfurt to arrive just before the Frankfurt Motor Show.
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  Date in your diary - Santa Pod Retro Show next weekend! 29 Jun 2013 (News)
  If the strip hasn’t sated your racing urges, why not try the Autotest, where you can drive your own car against the clock on a tight handling course - or wander over to enjoy the packed Autoglym Show and Shine.  With the main show day costing just £12 in advance and the weekend starting from £20 (plus booking fees), there’s so much to do and see and so many ways to enjoy your car’s performance – or lack of, The Retro Show is a classic-calendar essential!
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  Focus on: DNA Technical Services 1 Nov 2012 (News)
  .” The majority of the DNA’s work is repair based, rather than the usual servicing. That’s not to say they believe German cars, in which they specialise, are unreliable and are in constant need of repair work: “German cars are more solidly built, and as long as they are serviced regularly they’re reliable.” Dave and Nicky, pictured above, were keen to emphasise that they solve problems using their heads rather than relying solely on a diagnostic computer - although they do have that equipment too.  One of the reader reviews explains: " The fault was originally diagnosed and repaired at a previous garage.
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  Confused.com launches Telematics 'app' 28 Aug 2012 (News)
  Having such a thing installed in your car might be a big leap for people who enjoy their privacy and would prefer not to be monitored – so what if you want to ‘try before you buy?’ Well, the latest app from Confused.com allows you to do that, more or less.
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  Citroens from all over Europe to Descend on Harrogate 27 Jul 2012 (News)
  We expect just about every Citroën model to be present - not just cars, but vans, trucks, buses and beyond. If it’s to do with Citroën, it will be there.” The arena events will include Club displays, historic and model displays, a Concours d’Elegance, driving events and technical competitions.
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  Rockingham Offers 3 Circuits in a Single Track Day 3 Feb 2012 (News)
  “By incorporating all three circuits, drivers have to master a range of driving techniques and learn new skills. Our track days are perfect for those who are passionate about their cars to meet other likeminded people in a fun and informal environment.” Whether a complete novice or seasoned veteran, participants will receive a full safety briefing, covering everything from rules of the event, through to car preparation, driving techniques, circuit information and familiarisation laps.
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  DfT plans to improve MoT test reliability 1 Feb 2012 (News)
  According to the DfT’s statement, 27.7% of vehicles tested in 2010-2011 had one or more defects missed or incorrectly identified by test centres, and that one-in-eight cars had their roadworthiness incorrectly assessed. In response to these figures the government is to work with the industry, with motoring organisations, and with consumer groups to focus on the reliability standards of garages.
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  Alfa Romeo 4C to Make UK Debut at Goodwood festival of Speed 14 Jun 2011 (News)
  Spectators at the Festival will be able to see the cars in action over the three day event, and they will be on display in the Cathedral Paddock area. In the Supercar Paddock, Alfa’s 8C Spider will be turning heads as it makes its way past the crowds, up the historic Goodwood Hill. 
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  VW Polo Finance Deal Extended to 14th April 19 Mar 2011 (News)
  The latest and fifth generation Polo was launched in October 2009.  Shortly afterwards it was named European Car of the Year 2010, and in April, added the accolade of World Car of the Year 2010.  Volkswagen UK sold 45,282 Polos last year, making 2010 the car’s best-selling year since 2003. For full details and T&Cs, visit your nearest Volkswagen Retailer, call 0800 333 666 or go to www.volkswagen.co.uk/polo .
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  Mazda Donates a 5 as a Neighbourhood Police Car 21 Feb 2011 (News)
  ” Amarjit Shokar, Dealer Principal at Romford Mazda:  “In any normal situation, the New Mazda5 is a fine handling family car with great driving appeal, but it is also full to the brim with practicality, comfort and safety. Combining all of this with Mazda’s reputation for first class reliability will allow the Romford Met Police Safer Neighbourhood patrol to carry out their duties even more effectively, proving beyond all doubt the versatility and all-round capability of Mazda’s most practical model.
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  Jason Plato Wins 2010 BTCC For Chevrolet 11 Oct 2010 (News)
  Silverline Chevrolet driver Jason Plato has won the British Touring Car Drivers’ Championship, making it the perfect end to the Cruze’s first ever season in the series. The remarkable achievement came with a textbook display of driving at Brands Hatch in the last meeting of the season, which started with a lap record and a pole position on Saturday, and ended with two superbly clean victories on Sunday.
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  New Historic Race Series For 2010 Season 13 Jan 2010 (News)
  Motor Racing Legends and JD Classics have commonality with clients and also with the heritage of motorsport. Increasingly, racers are buying cars of the correct provenance, from the right stable and from trusted sources, specifically to compete in certain top-level historic events. We can definitely see ourselves as a catalyst along this journey with the Sir Stirling Moss Trophy.
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  Mercedes Benz Offers Snow Tyres Service 11 Jan 2010 (News)
  ”        According to industry body Tyre Safe, stopping distances from 50mph on a cold wet road are up to six metres shorter for a car using cold weather tyres compared with regular tyres – which is about the same length as a large family car.        In snow, the difference between a cold weather tyre and a standard tyre is even more evident, with stopping distances, braking and cornering performance all  dramatically enhanced with the cold weather tyres fitted.
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  200 Mazda MX-5s To Descend on Le Mans 25 May 2009 (News)
  First shown at the Chicago Motor Show in February 1989, the original Mazda MX-5 (called Miata at the time) triggered a rebirth of the two-seat roadster. Then as now, the car embodies Jinba Ittai (a Japanese expression meaning “rider and horse as one”) and delivers the very essence of sports car fun. This has been perpetuated by subsequent Mazda designers of three generations of MX-5 since then, earning it a place in the Guinness Book of World Records with more than 850,000 units sold to date.
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  Motor Codes is Helping to Drive Down Garage Complaints 5 Mar 2009 (News)
  In one case where an engine repair failed and caused the vehicle to breakdown, Motor Codes advisors intervened when the garage responsible for the work refused to refund costs associated with a hire car. Just three weeks after starting conciliation, an agreement was reached when the garage agreed to replace the engine at £2,944, pay third party exploratory costs of £129.13, storage fees of £345 and car hire charges of £505 – a total of £3923.13.
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  SEAT Finance Deals for 2009 10 Jan 2009 (News)
  The deals run alongside the recently-revealed SEAT Revolution campaign, which sees specification-adjusted savings of up to £5,110 against competitor car RRPs and ‘Revolution' discounts of up to £2,000 off SEAT list prices. The new finance deals, which are all available subject to conditions from participating dealers, include 0% Hire Purchase offers and great, low-rate SEAT Solutions Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) terms.
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  'FIAT 500 WORKPOP' LONDON EXHIBITION 6 Mar 2008 (News)
  The new Fiat 500 was launched in the UK with a spectacular celebrity event at the London Eye on January 8 at 8.00pm - 500 hours into 2008. The cool City car, with its low CO2 emissions, has already captured the hearts of the car-buying public. The Fiat 500 is currently on show at the London Design Museum as part of the Brit Insurance Designs of the Year exhibition.