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  Land Rover announces afilliation with Royal Navy Type 45 destroyer 26 Mar 2013 (News)
  .” HMS Defender Commanding Officer, Commander Nash said:  “The Commissioning of HMS Defender is a hugely significant day in this state of the art warship’s life – it marks the point at which building and testing the ship finishes and frontline service in the Fleet begins.  It is also important to recognise that for the 190 women and men that make up my ship’s company this day of Commissioning represents the culmination of months and years of hard work, of training, trials and practice focussed on ensuring that Defender is ready to undertake operations around the world whenever tasked.  We are extremely proud of our achievement and would like to thank our partners in British industries for their assistance in reaching this goal.
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  RM Auctions breaks records at Amelia Island sale 12 Mar 2013 (News)
  The second highest selling car of the day, a 1933 Stutz DV32 Convertible Victoria, also broke a marque record, making $1,512,500 (£1,019,150). The Amelia Island concours d'elegance is probably the US's second most important classic car event (certainly in terms of values and provenance of cars on show), behind Pebble Beach. Although RM is the official auction house of this event, it faced strong opposition from Gooding & Company, which has pitched up on the Island to sell an equally prestigious line-up the night before.
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  Tyre safety organisation issues pothole warning 8 Feb 2013 (News)
  One TyreSafe member reported more than 100 customers with damaged alloy wheels visited one of its outlets during January 2013. Stuart Jackson, chairman of TyreSafe advises: 'If drivers do hit a pothole, it’s important that they check their pressures regularly over the next few days. If you are in any doubt about the condition of your wheels and tyres, we’d advise popping along to your nearest tyre retailer so they can give them a thorough inspection and make sure they’re safe to use.'
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  EarlyBird Discounts For BTCC Croft Next June 13 Nov 2012 (News)
  We’re also committed to continuing our ‘free for 15 and under’ policy – this is hugely important for families looking for a day of top-class entertainment. We have no doubt that Croft’s 2013 BTCC event will be the biggest and best yet.” Meanwhile Croft Circuit is currently looking ahead to two more top-class motor sport events in 2012.
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  BMW 116d Beats 100mpg on Futurecar Run 5 Nov 2012 (News)
  .   Paul Clarke, Editor of Green-Car-Guide.com, said: “It is an incredible achievement for a BMW to achieve over 100mpg on a busy Saturday morning drive from Brighton into central London. Hybrids and electric cars certainly have an important future, but it shows that people shouldn’t write off the internal combustion engine yet, as its efficiency is improving all the time.” The BMW 116d EfficientDynamics was the only premium brand vehicle in its class.
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  Peugeot Sponsors Student Road Safety Awards 25 Sep 2012 (News)
  This is an inspirational initiative that will help to educate and potentially save lives and reduce serious injuries on our roads. Peugeot is proud to sponsor this worthwhile and important venture." For more details and how to enter go to www.peugeotstudentroadsafetyawards.co.uk
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  Top Cars Still Fetching Top Money 23 Jul 2012 (News)
  .  BCA uses both online and traditional media to attract the right mix of buyers for these high value prestige car auctions - specialised trade buyers and the all-important non-trade – typically small business owners or self-employed professional people, who want their own prestige ‘company car’ and can benefit from buying in an offset tax position.” “It is a peculiarity of the economic downturn that demand for high value cars has remained on a high over the past two years.  Despite the difficult economic conditions, the market for high value prestige vehicles is exceptionally buoyant, with buyers prepared to invest six-figure sums for the right vehicle.   It could be that some well-heeled buyers are simply deciding that their money might as well be put to good use on a prestige car rather than languishing in a savings account that is paying very little interest.” Cars sold for more than £20,000 at BCA during 2012 Price Band Average Price Average Age (years) Average Mileage (rounded) Average vs CAP Clean Average number of sales entered £20K – £29,999 £24,020 1.5 17,317 101.76% 1.2 £30K – £39,999 £33,796 1.3 12,049 104.54% 1.1 £40K – £49,999 £43,401 1.2 11,081 103.66% 1.1 £50K – £59,999 £54,203 1.8 14,791 103.68% 1.1 £60K – £69,999 £63,941 1.7 8,945 103.15% 1.1 £70K – £79,999 £74,238 1.5 6,779 99.64% 1.0 £80K – £89,999 £82,455 0.8 5,294 96.06% 1.2 £90K – £99,999 £92,167 4.1 5,917 95.28% 1.7 £100K – £109,999 £103,400 1.5 5,785 92.65% 1.5 £110K + £129,500 1.0 2,621 103.52% 1.0  More at BCA  
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  UK’s most reliable cars and vans revealed 9 Nov 2011 (News)
  “Awards such as this ensure customers can buy a class-leading vehicle safe in the knowledge that only years of enjoyable, hassle free motoring in a premium car await.” Vans are covered too and, as any van driver will attest, van reliability is extremely important. Workers need their vans to deliver goods and provide services, so any downtime is detrimental to business. As such, many operators will see reliability as a significant factor when buying. The most reliable van in the survey was the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, followed by the Ford Transit Connect , the Volkswagen Caddy , the full size Ford Transit and the Volkswagen Transporter .
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  World's Most Dangerous Roads Starts Soon on BBC2 26 Aug 2011 (News)
  NEPAL - Sunday 11th Sept, 9pm Comedians Rhod Gilbert and Greg Davies attempt to drive through the mountainous, landlocked nation of Nepal. Starting from the chaotic border with India, they travel across the country's most important roads, from highways that maintain its cities to freshly-dug dirt tracks that connect to isolated communities. There are uplifting stories throughout, but it's a journey that's fraught with danger.
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  Record Entry Expected for HRDC Final 15 Aug 2011 (News)
  Vauxhall VX4/90s, Volvo Amazons, 850 Minis and 997 Coopers, Ford Zodiac Mk3, Abarth 850 and 1000TC, late-model Sunbeam Rapiers and a sprinkling of early 997 and 1200 Anglias will offer close racing with an all-important affordable entry level. Race entry forms and entry application details can be obtained from: Julius Thurgood Mobile: 07850 361159 Landline: 01926 885835 Email: direct@juliusthurgood.co.uk Web: www.hrdc.eu
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  Next Nissan Qashqai to be designed, engineered and built in Britain 8 Jun 2011 (News)
  Making the announcement outside 10 Downing Street, Carlos Ghosn said: “The UK has been a cornerstone of Nissan manufacturing since 1986, with the Sunderland plant setting important benchmarks for quality and efficiency in Europe and around the world. It's the home of the Qashqai, one of Nissan's biggest product successes. And as Nissan's leadership in sustainable transportation grows, the plant will become one of the pillars of our zero-emission manufacturing."
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  Quentin Willson Becomes Driving Force of British Economy 12 May 2011 (News)
  Supported by the RAC, Vauxhall , Volkswagen , Tesla , Toyota , Skoda , Mitsubishi , Transport for London and the government's Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership, the event will provide the public with a unique opportunity to drive some important, yet-to-be launched new cars, such as Vauxhall's ground-breaking extended-range electric vehicle, the Ampera. Willson comments: "Rising fuel prices have changed the way we choose our cars and many consumers don't know that they can now buy a Volkswagen Polo that is EC certified at 80mpg, a Vauxhall Corsa lab tested at 81mpg or a Skoda Fabia that tested to 83 miles a gallon.
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  SEAT Offer Equivalent to No VAT 6 Oct 2010 (News)
  With the September numbers now firmly crunched SEAT is celebrating an outstanding 1.61% share of this important month’s market, a performance which contributed to the Brand’s all-time record 1.68% market share for the three months to October. Despite the continued uncertain economic climate that share is SEAT’s best for any quarter in its 25-year history here, and signals more clearly than ever that the Spanish car maker is set fair for continued strong growth in the UK.
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  'Lost' David Brown Aston Stars in September Auction 23 Aug 2010 (News)
  “It is amazingly sound, and complete with its 2922cc engine, original buff logbook and workshop manuals and a comprehensive history file. ‘Lost’ cars of such importance come along very rarely and, with the direct association with such a pivotal figure in Aston Martin’s history, it should be a hugely rewarding project,” said Barons’ MD Laurence Sayers-Gillan.
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  Electric car buyers to benefit from £5000 subsidy 29 Jul 2010 (News)
  "The UK is well placed to exploit the global opportunities in the transition to low carbon technologies and is already making significant progress through R&D, the low carbon supply chain and vehicle manufacturing. The Automotive Council has set some ambitious objectives and today's announcement is an important step in helping to attract new investment and laying the foundations for thousands of new high-skill jobs." Speaking at the SMMT, Mr Hammond said, "The coalition government is absolutely committed to low carbon growth, tackling climate change and making our energy supply more secure.
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  Pre-Reg '10' Plate Cars at up to £3,500 Discount 11 Mar 2010 (News)
  All cars supplied by Autofinders are UK franchised dealer supplied with full UK manufacturer’s warranty, breakdown cover, 12 months road tax, government 1st registration tax and all on the road charges included. Autofinders do not sell imports of any disguise. KIA Picanto 1.0 5 door…Only £6,295 — Beat the Kia April price increase Toyota Aygo blue special edition, 3 and 5 door available in stock now immediate delivery.
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  Mazda Assures Customers it Still Has Stocks to the end of Scrappage 28 Jan 2010 (News)
  “However, it is important that any customer considering purchasing a Mazda through scrappage takes advantage of the scheme sooner rather than later, as the final phase of the scheme is a smaller allocation of funds and customers may be disappointed if they wait too long to make a purchase,” added Thomson.
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  Hyundai Runaway Leader in Scrappage Sales 22 Jul 2009 (News)
    By far the most popular car under the scheme is the i10, taking one in 12 of all orders placed in the UK using scrappage. Extra supplies of the car have been secured from the factory and the company’s import centre in Tilbury, Essex, is working around the clock, helping Hyundai to get cars to customers quickly.   Hyundai’s managing director, Tony Whitehorn, said: “It’s crucial that we get the cars out to buyers as soon as possible, and not only because the customers want their nice new car.
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  Bedford OB Nostalgia Event at the Vauxhall Heritage Centre 13 Jul 2009 (News)
  Tim, whose own OBs have appeared in a number of period dramas including Foyle’s War, Miss Marple and, most recently, Torchwood, said: “The choice of Bletchley is ideal as, like the OB, it was of great importance to Britain at a time when we needed it most! 2009 also marks the 70th anniversary of the Second World War, and we’re hoping to mark both milestones with a special fly-past of Lancaster, Spitfire and Hurricane planes on the day.
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  Autoglym Warns of Summer Paint Damage 30 Jun 2009 (News)
  “The tests we carry out prove that thoroughly cleaned and protected cars will stand up to almost any weather conditions,” continues Patel. “We all know the importance of using sun cream to care for our skin and, in the same way, a good coating of wax or polish can add a vital protective layer to a car’s paintwork.” Autoglym’s top ten tips for summer car care: 1.