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  Brian Johnson Reckons Croft Nostalgia Rocks 3 Aug 2014 (News)
    “I absolutely loved the Croft Nostalgia Weekend,” he enthused. “I just wish it had gone on for longer! I think I got to drive in pretty much all conditions, from blazing sunshine to rain of near-biblical proportions! It’s a tricky, fast and fabulous circuit and I’m still learning it now! I’m pleased as punch to have come away with a trophy too.
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  Preview: Donington Historic, 3-5 May 24 Apr 2014 (News)
  .  Star drivers abound across the various races, with 1969 Le Mans winner Jackie Oliver out in a Ferrari 250 SWB and a BMW 1800, while musician Mark Knopflerwill drive a Maserati 300S in the two-part Maserati and OSCA race held to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Italian marque. Former BTCC stars Steve Soper, Robb Gravett and Patrick Watts get behind the wheel in the touring cars, and Steve Soper will drive a Ford GT40.
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  Report: Peking to Paris, day 23 19 Jun 2013 (News)
  It was good to see the little Renault 4 giving it a determined thrashing, after all the car has gone through in driving days and nights from Mongolia to catch up.
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  Renault ZOE Best Electric in Futurecar Run 5 Nov 2012 (News)
  The proof of the pudding though is trying them out. We’re confident that after experiencing the refined and responsive driving experience of a purely electric vehicle, combined with the financial and environmental benefits of switching to an electric vehicle, potential buyers will be smitten.”  Orders are now being taken for the Renault ZOE, priced from £13,650, with UK deliveries from Spring 2013.
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  New A6 Allroad arrives in the UK 16 Jan 2012 (News)
  All three engines are paired with the seven-speed S tronic dual-clutch transmission which is available with optional paddles on the steering wheel. The quattro permanent four-wheel drive system also gets torque vectoring. During dynamic driving this system brakes the wheels on the inside of a bend, before they start to skid, to enhance traction and handling. The optional sport differential distributes the power in continuously variable proportions between the rear wheels.
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  KIA Sorento wins Total 4X4 accolade for second year in a row 16 Dec 2011 (News)
  The latest version of Kia's full-size 4x4 Sorento was launched in the UK in February 2010 and immediately impressed the Total 4x4 team. It remains the flagship of the Kia range and is available in two and four wheel drive versions - but it is the full-time four wheel drive model that again impressed the Total 4x4 judges to retain its Best SUV crown. Michael Cole, Managing Director of Kia Motors (UK) Ltd., said "From the day of its launch we knew that the latest Sorento continued the car's impressive record of delivering excellent go-anywhere ability coupled with on-road sophistication at a great value price.
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  Audi introduces winter tyre and wheel sets 22 Sep 2011 (News)
  With their help, grip on roads encumbered with snow, ice and slush, or high levels of surface water, is improved by up to 60 per cent while braking distances are reduced by as much as 20 per cent. When the quattro all-wheel-drive system that is widely available across the vast majority of model lines is also factored into the equation, Audi drivers can feel even safer in the knowledge that they have the best possible chance of weathering our increasingly challenging winter driving conditions.
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  Fangio's 100th birthday to be celebrated at Goodwood Revival 22 Jun 2011 (News)
  A winner of five Formula One World Championships, Fangio took two of his titles in Maseratis, bringing the most coveted prize in racing back to Maserati’s Modena home in 1954 and 1957. 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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  Stunning Cosworth Impreza STI unveiled 28 May 2010 (News)
  The six-speed manual gearbox has been reworked to handle the extra power while the all-wheel drive system with front and rear limited slip differentials ensures the Cosworth Impreza is able to put all that power down. The exterior styling is tweaked with xenon headlights, while a lowered ride height and wider track give the car a more aggressive stance.
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  Hollywood Stunt Drivers Adopt Simple British Seatbelt Safety Device 10 Jan 2010 (News)
  CG Lock facts- The CG Lock secures the seatbelt, preventing it slipping and loosening. This security prevents the body sliding down in the seat whilst driving; especially when braking hard. (In accidents, car drivers and passengers often sustain more injury to the lower limbs and spine due to slipping under the seatbelt waist strap.) The CG-Lock is designed to fit most vehicles, but is not designed to work with multi-pass seat belt tongue systems.
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  Electric Car Rental Avoids London Congestion Tax 17 Nov 2009 (News)
  With fuel going up 2.5% with the VAT increase in January, another fuel duty increase scheduled for April, and petrol and diesel prices remaining volatile, electric cars are a highly practical choice for driving around in town centres. “A better recharging infrastructure is needed urgently so that it is easier for motorists for motorists to take advantage of the savings they can make, while also helping to cut greenhouse gas emissions.
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  smart returns to Brooklands 6 Mar 2008 (News)
  At the now annual smart Festival, visitors will be able to enjoy a range of engaging and entertaining smart-related activities, including test drives of the smart electric car. Last year’s line-up of attractions, for example, included stunt-driving displays, a range of early smart concept cars, and the smart monster truck: the forfun2. Al Young, Chairman & Managing Director of Thesmartclub, said: “Last year around 1200 cars took part but as this year is smart’s 10th Anniversary, we’re hoping that smart clubs from across Europe will join in and make it an even bigger event.
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  Complete European Travel Kit: Only £69 30 Jan 2006 (News)
  Motorists have to carry road safety kit when driving in most European countries to remain legal. Requirements vary from country to country. In some countries you must carry a warning triangle, spare bulbs, first aid kit, yellow jacket and a fire extinguisher.
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  Maserati Made Even More Special 15 Jun 2001 (News)
  A special Assetto Corsa version of the fabulous 175mph Maserati 3200 GT coupe has arrived in the UK. Just 75 right hand drive Assetto Corsas are being built for UK customers. The car features steering, handling and braking enhancements over the standard 175mph 3200GT. It is available in a choice of three colours: Rosso Mondiale (red), Grigio Touring (grey) and Nero Carbonio (black).
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  Old Van Ban Starts to Hit Londoners Hard 1 Jan 2012 (News)
  The measures being introduced in January are: The current Low Emission Zone has been successful in delivering significant reductions in harmful vehicle emissions by encouraging the oldest, most polluting lorries, buses and coaches driving into London to clean up their emissions. From 3 January 2012, larger vans and minibuses will have to meet Low Emission Zone standards for the first time, meaning only cleaner vehicles of this type that meet the Euro 3 emissions standard for particulate matter can drive within Greater London without their owners paying a £100 daily charge or risking a £500 fine.
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  Honest John's Deals of the Week 22 May 2017 (News)
  Friday 26 May Get an extra £750 towards a Nissan Qashqai Test drive a Qashqai this May and get a £3000 deposit contribution Thursday 25 May Reader offer: 10% off ALA GAP Insurance Wednesday 24 May Free breakdown cover with car insurance from the Post Office Free, first year breakdown cover for new customers under 50 Tuesday 23 May Save £40 on a Nextbase 512G dashcam Monday 22 May Get a £2500 deposit contribution on a Mazda6 PCP deal

  Mercedes-Benz 280SL could make £55,000 when it goes under the hammer 11 May 2017 (News)
  Supplied with manuals, service book and the original bill of sale, the Pagoda is left-hand drive with a manual gearbox and has a sale estimate of £50,000-£55,000. For more information, visit www.classiccarauctions.co.uk
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  SsangYong offers discounts of up to £3000 over Easter weekend 22 Mar 2016 (News)
  “There are only so many chocolate eggs one can eat over Easter, so for those thinking about a new car, we thought the opportunity to get out and test drive a new SsangYong and benefit from savings of up to £3,000 might be a good alternative to sitting in traffic to the coast or wildlife park,” says Paul Williams, CEO of SsangYong Motor UK.
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  Techno Classica 2015: Peugeot shows off 402 Eclipse 16 Apr 2015 (News)
  This example of the 402, which was launched in 1935 to compete with the Citroen Traction Avant, boasted a coachbuilt body that transformed it from a saloon into a coupe-cabriolet. But while the Traction Avant boasted a revolutionary monocoque chassis and front-wheel drive, the 402 was based on much more conventional underpinnings. Don’t think the Peugeot lacked ambition, though - just check out that streamlined shape with its recessed door handles. The 402 was even available with a diesel engine and an automatic transmission.
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  Best and worst: Car manufacturer websites 4 Nov 2013 (News)
  Scores are a percentage base on totting up ratings for various criteria, including phone and tablet compatibility, first impressions and systems for booking test drives and services, or for viewing new and used cars. Click through the gallery below to see the top five and the bottom five.