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  Skoda Stays "VAT Free" On Orders Taken Up To 31-1-2010 3 Nov 2009 (News)
    With prices starting at just £14,965, attractive offers from Škoda Finance and low CO2 levels of 119 gr/km combined with great fuel economy, the Octavia 1.6 TDI CR is fantastic value. Škoda offers this engine in four trim levels – the entry-level S; SE; Elegance; and the kinder-to-the-environment Greenline. Škoda Finance is continuing to offer typical 0% APR on selected Škoda models.
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  First Volume Produced UK Jazz Comes off The Line Today 7 Oct 2009 (News)
  The demand for cars like the Jazz is increasing as car buyers look to downsize from big, gas-guzzling models into smaller, fuel efficient, but practical vehicles. In the UK, the Government's Scrappage Scheme has given Jazz sales a significant boost, with the practical little car making up 70 per cent of all of Honda's Scrappage deals.
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  New Suzuki SZ-L, On Sale In Time For Scrappage 1 Sep 2009 (News)
  The SZ-L offers all the appearance and more of the 1.5-litre Swift but with group 4 insurance rating for lower cost of ownership; combined fuel consumption is an impressive 48.7mpg and emissions are 140g/km. The 92PS 1.3-litre engine Swift also appeals to younger buyers, offering impressive performance for its size with 0-62mph achieved in 11 seconds (just one second behind the 1.5-litre model) and a top speed of 109mph (where permitted) As with all other Suzuki cars; the new Swift SZ-L is eligible for the government scrappage scheme which provides a £2,000 discount when trading in a 10 year old car or LCV.
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  Big Benefits From Vauxhall Driver website 12 Aug 2009 (News)
  To help drivers reach their destination with the minimum of fuss and expense the Vauxhall Drivers Centre team have also provided an easy to use journey planner as well as a superb search facility to find the locations of the cheapest fuel available wherever you are in the country. Finally should customers have a query on any aspect of being a Vauxhall owner, an interactive Q and A facility is also to be found on the site so that you can be sure of an expert answer to any questions you may have.
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  New Panda Eco For £4,995 Under Scrappage Scheme 1 May 2009 (News)
  “Many customers will get the added benefit of reduced road fund licence rates for the lower CO2 engines we offer, and all will get excellent fuel economy and great value for money." More at www.fiat.co.uk/scrappage
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  £1,000 Off Daihatsu Terios S 22 Apr 2009 (News)
  Its lightweight, powerful (103 bhp and 140Nm), free revving 1.5-litre, 16-valve, DOHC, variable valve technology engine not only offers solid performance (0-60 mph in 12.1 and a maximum speed of 99 mph), but also reasonable fuel economy of 35.8mpg combined mpg. And the frugal Terios S also benefits from lower V.E.D bands and insurance groups (7D). In short: the Terios S is practical, fun and economical, and now, even greater value for money.
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  Twin Drive Petrol/Electri Hybrid From SEAT 24 Jan 2009 (News)
  SEAT's ambitious Twin Drive development plan, which stretches to 2014, focuses on creating a whole range of Ecomotive vehicles with exceptional fuel economy and dramatically reduced CO2 emissions. The car shown at Martorell features an electric motor powered by lithium-ion batteries. There has been extensive modification of the gearbox, brakes, heating and cooling systems, while major changes to the vehicle's electronics have also been carried out.
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  FIAT 500s Now on Avis Rental Fleet 13 Dec 2008 (News)
  This information can subsequently be analysed on a PC or MAC computer and, by following the useful tips provided, can help drivers reduce emissions and fuel bills by up to 15%. “FIAT is aware of the value rental offers in the case of getting new people into our cars for the first time and that is why we are putting a small fleet of 500s into some high rental volume Avis stations,” said Adam Pumfrey, Fiat Group’s fleet and remarketing director.
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  Santa Pod ‘Run What You Brung’ in 2009 21 Nov 2008 (News)
  It’s the equivalent of having unlimited use of Silverstone, under race conditions - with all of the timing gear at your disposal, for less than the cost of half a tank of fuel, Come and enjoy yourselves in a totally safe - and legal environment’ In-keeping with the value for money theme, any additional spectators get in for just £10 and under 16s get in absolutely free.
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  BIG LUXURIOUS CARS GOING CHEAP 20 Nov 2008 (News)
  “The economy has certainly made its mark, accelerating the trend where fleet buyers and consumers are gravitating towards smaller, cleaner and more fuel-efficient alternatives. A marked increase in supply within the used market has also hit values, particularly within the coupe segment where sales of new examples have hit record highs over recent years.
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  Think Gordon Brown 28 Oct 2008 (News)
  As the UK economy sinks further into meltdown, 25% is wiped off the valve of Sterling compared to other currencies, the stock market collapses, billions are wiped off pension funds, power and fuel crises loom, and the prospect of millions of unemployed gets closer, Prime Minister Gordon Brown does a photo call for the Think City electric car. Well, at least we know his priorities.
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  Chinese Vehicle Production Now 8.8 Million 23 Apr 2008 (News)
  Speakers at the conference included GM's Robert Strain, who told delegates that OEMs and LSPs would have to work together, closely, to limit price rises, if China's competitiveness in the face of cost increases in commodities such as labour and fuel and the continuing appreciation of the Yuan, was to be maintained. The survey further revealed that delegates expect Russia to be the top export market for China over the next five years and French logistics provider, GEFCO, along with Chinese partner Changjiu Industrial Group, revealed its latest solution for exporting to Russia.
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  LATEST FORD CARS CHECK TYRE PRESSURE WHILE YOU DRIVE 14 Apr 2008 (News)
  Michael Kremer, Ford wheel and tyre engineer explains: "Keeping your tyres correctly inflated can reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, so these systems can help provide cost and environmental benefits too." Ford offers two levels of tyre pressure monitoring technology, providing customers with effective and secure systems that deliver excellent value for money.
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  New 2006 Renault Megane CCs Just £11,495 1 Apr 2006 (News)
  £99 deposit 24 payments of £189 and end payment of £9320 £495 deposit 24 payments of £169 and end payment of £9320 £999 deposit 24 payments of £146 and end payment of £9320 £1999 deposit 24 payments of £99 and end payment of £9320 EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT Electric/Body Coloured Door Mirrors 16'' Alloy Wheels Leather If required £950 Fixed Rear Roll bars Integrated Fuel Filler Cap Non-Metallic Paint (Metallic Paint If required £350) Tinted Windows DRIVING & SAFETY Front Fog Lamps Front Passenger Airbag Deactivation Front Lateral Airbag ABS With EBD (Electronic Brake Distribution) Brake Assist Driver And Front Passenger Two Stage Auto Adaptive Airbags Remote Central Locking Front/Rear Seatbelt Pretensioners Front Lateral Airbag Keyless entry With Renault Card SEATING & TRIM Charcoal Grey Cloth Seat Height Adjustable Passenger Seat Height Adjustable Driver's And Passenger Seat's Rear Seats With Integrated Headrests COMFORT & CONVENIENCE Electric Front Windows Front Door Storage With Lid Rear Electric Windows Front Centre Armrest With Storage Variable Power Assisted Steering SECURITY EQUIPMENT RAID (Renault Anti Intruder Device) Four Three-point Seatbelts Insurance Approved Immobiliser ISOFIX Child Seat Mounting Points On Rear Seats Insurance Approved Engine Immobiliser INSTRUMENTS & CONTROLS Exterior Temperature Gauge Multi-Function Trip Computer And Warning System IN-CAR ENTERTAINMENT 4x15W RDS Radio Cassette With 4 Speakers And Fingertip Remote Control 6 cd autochanger If required £295 This deal and many more at www.motorprovider.co.uk
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  Keep Your Bottoms Up 12 May 2003 (News)
  And negotiating road humps can cause serious damage. If you tow, carry heavy goods, run a taxi or own a vehicle that runs on LPG fuel you’re likely to suffer from a suspension that bottoms out. Owners of classic cars and kit cars also suffer. Mothers on school runs, builders and plumbers are affected too. Cars with torsion bar rear suspension like Peugeots and Renaults suffer with it badly.
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  R32: The Ultimate Golf 3 Dec 2002 (News)
  Twenty five years ago the first VW Golf GTi caused a sensation. It had a 112ps fuel-injected 1.6 litre engine and a four-speed gearbox. Compared to any other small hatchback, it went like a bat out of hell. Now. Like the beautiful girl you married, the Golf has grown a bit.
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  Honda Civic Type-S: 5-doors and 160ps 11 Oct 2002 (News)
  The Type-S combines a 130 mph top speed with 0-60 mph acceleration in 8.2 seconds, placing it well into hot hatch territory. It's also highly efficient, offering an EU Combined fuel consumption figure of 37.7 mpg and CO2 emissions of 178 g/km. The Type-S benefits from the enhancements introduced to Civic during the 2002 model year. Latest models feature a matt silver dash centre panel which lends the interior a more fashionable and lighter air.
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  1928 Austin 12/4 Star of Classic Auction 18 Jun 2002 (News)
  Seems that the original purchaser, a Mr Scott, insisted on having it in Riviera Blue metallic as shown in the MG catalogue, despite the car not being available in that colour. He then proceeded to cover just 6,300 miles in nine years after which, when the fuel pump inevitably failed due to stale petrol, he attempted to have a new one fitted under warranty. The ghost of Mr Scott lives on in some of the readers letters I receive. Full results of the classic sale and details of the next one at:- www.classic-car-auction.co.uk For information of all upcoming BCA auctions, visit www.bca-auctions.co.uk Full list of auction centres throughout the country at www.honestjohn.co.uk (go back to the home-page and click on auction directory).
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  New Lexus IS300 Here from 1st October 25 Sep 2001 (News)
  That's a bit short of the 231bhp of the BMW 330 and 240bhp of the Jaguar S-Type 3.0 V6, but it still gets the IS300 to sixty in 8.2 seconds and on to a top speed of 143mph. The combined fuel consumption figure of the saloon is 26.1mpg with CO2 output of 256g/km (SportCross 25.2mpg and 265g/km). For company drivers, the CO2 outputs give a tax base of 33% for the saloon and 35% for the SportCross, but because the cars have very high levels of standard kit, including leather seats, BIK tax is lower than similarly equipped competitors.
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  Honda Jazz Size and Specs 29 Aug 2001 (News)
  Provisional combined economy is 51.4mpg and CO2 output 131g/km, still well within the £100 a year VED grade. Both engines are optimised for ordinary 95Ron Premium unleaded petrol Mounting the fuel tank in the centre of the car and using a new H-shaped torsion beam rear axle allows for an unusually low cabin floor. The short nose also allows more interior space which is equivalent to many C sector sized cars.