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  What the AA and RAC Don’t Tell You 24 Sep 2003 (News)
  They do used car history checks. They do roadside inspections. But the one thing the country’s leading breakdown organizations don’t do is tell you which cars break down. In Germany, ADAC does. But in Britain the AA and RAC have contracts with car makers to supply breakdown services and they don’t want to bite the hands that feed them.
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  Rescue Pack For Dark Winter Days 8 Sep 2003 (News)
  Heavy-duty 750mm starter cables are neatly built-in. Operating the rescue pack is easy. You simply connect the leads to your battery and to the car's earth, flick the switch on the Rescue pack and turn your ignition key. It really is that simple. The Rescue pack is totally sealed and is safe and light enough even for a child to lift with one hand.
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  Peugeot 206 Creates 700 More Jobs at Ryton 2 May 2002 (News)
  PSA PEUGEOT CITROËN LOOKS TO INCREASE UK PRODUCTION OF PEUGEOT 206 AT RYTON The huge success of the pretty Peugeot 206 has lead to an announcement by PSA Peugeot Citroen that it is looking to step up production of the Peugeot 206 hatchback and new 206 SW at Ryton, near Coventry. To satisfy current demand, production will need to increase to 230,000 vehicles next year (up 40,000 on 2001).
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  Wheel to Wheel Formula Ford Racing at Castle Combe on Monday 31 May 2012 (News)
  Di Claudio had been tracking his former team-mate and round 2 winner Tony Hutchings and pounced as the Audi TT driver locked a wheel on the entry to the corner. The win puts the class B Peugeot 106 former title holder in the outright lead of the championship and the lack of close opposition in his class will likely see him tempted to challenge for outright wins again. Having also tasted outright victory for the first time at the last televised meeting, Hutchings will be keen to retain his class A lead, the Audi's reputed 400 horsepower no doubt assisting.
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  Hyundai 5-Year Triple Care Now Available on Santa Fe and i800 1 Jul 2011 (News)
  Hyundai’s industry-leading Triple Care package has today been extended and now comes as standard on all Hyundai passenger vehicles sold in the UK, ensuring total transparency for customers.** In this highly competitive market, value for money is key in terms of setting products apart and Hyundai recognises that it is crucial to ensure that its range offers substance, quality and low cost of ownership.
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  Coated Brake Discs Prevent Unsightly Rust 18 Mar 2011 (News)
      About Federal-Mogul Federal-Mogul Corporation is a leading global supplier of powertrain, chassis andsafety technologies, serving the world’s foremost original equipment manufacturersof automotive, light commercial, heavy-duty, agricultural, marine, rail, off-roadand industrial vehicles, as well as the worldwide aftermarket.
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  Nick Reilly to Run Vauxhall/Opel 11 Nov 2009 (News)
    “With his deep experience with the Opel and Vauxhall brands, Nick is well suited to lead this transition and to work toward the earliest possible normalization of the business."         Hans Demant, GM Europe vice president Engineering, managing director Adam Opel GmbH, retains his role leading the Opel Management Board and will work with Reilly in the transition.
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  'Urgent action' required to combat car tyre and brake dust pollution 11 Jul 2019 (News)
  Environment Minister Thérèse Coffey and Transport Minister Michael Ellis are leading the push, following warnings in a new report published today by the Air Quality Expert Group. It claims that tyre and brake pollution could account for 10 per cent of fine particulate matter - known as PM 2.5 - by 2030.
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  Records tumble at RM Sotheby's London sale 27 Sep 2016 (News)
  A 1960 Aston Martin DB4GT lead the way at RM Sotheby’s London sale. The car, one of just 75 factory-built examples, went for a world record £2.4m. It was the night’s biggest seller at an auction that generated £21.7m.
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  Fangio's 100th birthday to be celebrated at Goodwood Revival 22 Jun 2011 (News)
  Fangio will forever be remembered for saving the greatest drive of his life to win his fifth and final World Championship in a Maserati 250F. On August 4, 1957, he lost the lead at the Nürburgring by pitting to refuel – an unheard-of strategy at the time – but went on to drive an incredible race, repeatedly smashing the lap record, closing a 1 min 48 s gap and overtaking the two leading Ferraris to achieve his final Grand Prix victory.
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  Toyota to Sponsor a Series of Timed Sprints 23 Feb 2011 (News)
  Toyota is to return as lead sponsor of the 2011 Toyota Sprint Series, confirming its commitment to grassroots motorsport.  Running since 2008, the Sprint Series brings together current and classic Toyota models to compete against the clock at venues across the country.
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  Superchips Boosts BMW E90/E92 320d to 220bhp 7 Nov 2009 (News)
  Secondly, they can purchase the product and self upload it in minutes using the innovative, market leading Bluefin handset. No technical skills are required as customers simply plug in the Bluefin handset to the BMW’s ECU OBDII diagnostics port, follow the on screen instructions and in a few minutes the Superchips program upload is complete.
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  Save Up To £7,742 on New Jaguars 9 Jul 2009 (News)
  www.uknewcars.com offers Market Leading Savings on new model new Jaguars JAGUAR XF 5.0 V8 Supercharged XFR 4dr Auto - (Saloon Petrol) MOTR: £59,900.00 OTR: £53,418.25 Saving: £6,481.75 JAGUAR XF 3.0d V6 Luxury 4dr Auto - (Saloon Diesel) MOTR: £33,899.99 OTR: £30,252.95 Saving: £3,647.04 JAGUAR XF 3.0d V6 Portfolio 4dr Auto - (Saloon Diesel) MOTR: £41,500.00 OTR: £37,016.95 Saving: £4,483.05 JAGUAR XF 3.0d V6 Premium Luxury 4dr Auto - (Saloon Diesel) MOTR: £37,500.00 OTR: £33,456.95 Saving: £4,043.05 JAGUAR XF 3.0d V6 S Luxury 4dr Auto - (Saloon Diesel) MOTR: £36,900.00 OTR: £32,922.95 Saving: £3,977.05 JAGUAR XF 3.0d V6 S Portfolio 4dr Auto - (Saloon Diesel) MOTR: £44,200.00 OTR: £39,419.95 Saving: £4,780.05 JAGUAR XF 3.0d V6 S Premium Luxury 4dr Auto - (Saloon Diesel) MOTR: £40,500.01 OTR: £36,126.95 Saving: £4,373.06 JAGUAR XK 5.0 V8 Portfolio 2dr Auto - (Convertible Petrol) MOTR: £70,900.00 OTR: £63,907.50 Saving: £6,992.50 JAGUAR XK 5.0 V8 Portfolio 2dr Auto - (Coupe Petrol) MOTR: £64,900.00 OTR: £58,507.50 Saving: £6,392.50 JAGUAR XK 5.0 V8 2dr Auto - (Convertible Petrol) MOTR: £65,900.00 OTR: £59,407.50 Saving: £6,492.50 JAGUAR XK 5.0 V8 2dr Auto - (Coupe Petrol) MOTR: £59,900.00 OTR: £54,007.50 Saving: £5,892.50 JAGUAR XK 5.0 Supercharged V8 R 2dr Auto - (Convertible Petrol) MOTR: £78,400.00 OTR: £70,657.50 Saving: £7,742.50 JAGUAR XK 5.0 Supercharged V8 R 2dr Auto - (Coupe Petrol) MOTR: £72,400.00 OTR: £65,257.50 Saving: £7,142.50 If you wish to discuss the above offers with one of UK New Cars Jaguar specialists please phone 0845 241 2023 or email info@uknewcars.com
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  Best and worst: Car manufacturer websites 4 Nov 2013 (News)
  If you’re searching for a new or used car then you’ll eventually end up on a car manufacturer’s website and depending on which manufacturer it is you’ll find it a smooth, easy experience or a huge pain. Industry experts at Auto Retail Network have analysed all of the leading car maker websites and scored them based on usability, functionality and compatibility. We’ve checked through the report to find the highest and lowest rated manufacturer websites according to the report.
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  Which? launches car fault report tool 24 Jul 2013 (News)
  That means all car owners can submit problems they have suffered, building a list of common faults to bring to the attention of the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA). The hope is that particularly dangerous problems will lead to a recall for free-of-charge repair. If you have suffered a fault or issue with your car which affected safety, like for instance a steering problem, an electrical problem, a brake issue or a fire then you can fill the fields in on the Which?
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  11-plate savings from Autofinder 18 Apr 2011 (News)
  w ww.autofinders.co.uk  a selection of new cars, including the popular Skoda Yeti , in stock with reduced prices and no lead times. All cars are brand new 11-plate vehicles supplied by franchised uk main dealers, complete with full manufacturers UK warranty, breakdown cover and road tax. Skoda Yeti 2.0 Tdi 140 BHP 4x4 Elegance. £21,995 on the road.
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  Comparecontracthire.com's round up of £20K cars for £250 per month 21 Apr 2010 (News)
  Latest comparison from business contract hire website comparecontracthire.com show that it's possible to get a £20,000 car on contract hire for around £250 per month. The site brings together contract hire prices together from leading finance suppliers for small and medium-size companies. Makes and models available at the moment:     All rates are on contract hire on a three year 10,000 mile per annum agreement without maintenance Payment profile is 3 months deposit followed by 35 equal monthly payments of the above rate.
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  Mondeo Ghia TDCI 155 Just £16,667 15 Oct 2004 (News)
  www.new-car-discount.com has these new deals on UK supplied and warranted Mondeo TDCI 155s and ST220s:- Mondeo ST TDCI 155 5dr £16,999 OTR save £4,831 Mondeo Ghia X 2.2 TDCi 155 5dr £16,667 save £5,363 Mondoe Ghia X 2.2 TDCI Estate £17,427 save £5,603 Mondeo ST220 3.0 V6 5dr £18,154 save £5,426 (new lower price) TDCI 155s available for delivery within 2 weeks in selected colours. Longer lead time on ST220 petrol. For these an more offers visit www.new-car-discount.com or telephone 08703 500144
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  Up to £2k off in Citroen's January Deal 5 Jan 2003 (News)
  Saxos come with I years insurance from £5,795 C3s start at £7,495 New shape Berlingo Multispaces start at £8,295 Xsaras start at £9,495, with a 0% finance deal Picassos start at £10,995 C5s start at £12,695 with a 0% finance deal Obviously dealers and brokers will be adding their discounts too and though the cars are a little bit dearer than over the last three months they still represent industry leading deals. More at www.citroen.co.uk
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  Bradley Smith to Challenge Jenson Button in Mazda Triathlon 22 Jul 2009 (News)
    Smith challenged Button after they met at Silverstone during the British Grand Prix where Smith, in recognition of his achievement of being the first British rider in three decades to lead any MotoGP World Championship, was attending as a guest of Bernie Ecclestone.  Button's father, John Button, is a keen follower of Moto GP and began talking with Smith leading to the meeting of the Formula One and Moto GP drivers.