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  Land Rovers storm ahead at resto show sale 7 Mar 2016 (News)
  An original UK right-hand drive, matching numbers 1978 Aston Martin V8 Series III offered as a non-running project, sold for £47,250. And a 1968 Jaguar E-type Series II Roadster, a matching numbers example which will provide the new owner a wonderful project, sold for £41,625.
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  Frankfurt Motor Show 2015: Production-ready Bentley Bentaya revealed 9 Sep 2015 (News)
  Typical Bentley styling cues like quad headlamps, a wide mesh grille and Continental GT style tail lights can be seen, but with broad rear wheel arches and high-riding suspension, along with huge alloy wheels from 20 to 22-inches. The 6.0-litre W12 engine produces 608PS and a massive 900Nm of torque from 1250rpm. Drive is sent to the permanent four-wheel drive system via an eight-speed automatic transmission and performance is typically Bentley – 0-62mph takes 4.1 seconds and top speed is 187mph. CO2 emissions are 292g/km and economy is 22.1mpg.
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  MG Car Club marks 25 years at Kimber House with open day 8 May 2015 (News)
  Situated so close to the club’s first home and the car factory itself, it was an ideal location to lay down some new roots. After a massive fund-raising drive, the property was purchased. A year of hard work by volunteers and members followed and in 1990 the club’s new home was ready. Thanks to a massive fund raising drive by club members, the building was purchased, along with number 11, in 1989.
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  Do you need a dash camera? 18 Mar 2015 (News)
  Practical uses aside, a dash camera is also a great way of recording those odd moments we all encounter – bad drivers, great driving roads or even meteors streaking across the sky. Seriously… look at the clip below.
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  Do you need a dash camera? 18 Mar 2015 (News)
  Practical uses aside, a dash camera is also a great way of recording those odd moments we all encounter – bad drivers, great driving roads or even meteors streaking across the sky. Seriously… look at the clip below.
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  Glittering line-up for Revival’s Shelby Cup 7 Aug 2014 (News)
  Lining up against Chilton will be ‘Mr Bean’ actor Rowan Atkinson in a 1964 Ford Falcon, while former British Touring Car champions Matt Neal and Gordon Shedden will drive a Studebaker Lark 500 and a Mustang, respectively. Reigning BTCC champion Andrew Jordan - who will also race in the St Mary’s Trophy and the RAC TT Celebration - will partner Oliver Bryant in a 1965 Plymouth Barracuda while his father Mike – also a BTCC racewinner – will share Andy Yool’s Mustang.
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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).