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  Open Windows Cost More Than Air-con 7 Jul 2011 (News)
  - WOUND DOWN WINDOWS COULD COST MOTORISTS OVER £650,000 PER DAY - Soaring fuel prices have led many motorists to change their driving behaviour to reduce the financial pain at the pumps. But new research from Kwik Fit shows that almost 10 million drivers are taking one particular measure that could actually be increasing their fuel consumption.
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  Ferrari Charity Event at Silverstone on 26th July 1 Jul 2011 (News)
  We look forward to partnering once again with Silverstone and the BRDC to create another memorable day.”  Ferraris also featured in Chris Evans 'Drive and Dine' from 30th June to 3rd July where rich bidders each paid £60,000 plus to Children in Need for the privilege of driving around Southern England in seven classic and current Ferraris, including the California.
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  Subaru Cuts Some Prices to Counter VAT Hike 5 Jan 2011 (News)
    Subaru UK will not be passing on January’s VAT increase to the majority of its customers.  Rather, the All-Wheel-Drive Japanese manufacturer is to absorb the 2.5 per cent rise in sales duty itself in most cases. This means that prices for 80 per cent of the Subaru range will remain unchanged for 2011.  For example, the Forester SUV range will still start at £21,295 for the entry level 2.0X and rise to £28,995 for 2.0D XS NavPlus.
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  Hannu Mikkola Escort Twin Cam in December 4th Historics Auction 27 Oct 2010 (News)
  Intriguingly, the car will also be sold with an invitation to the prestigious 2011 ‘Slowly Sideways’ event, held in Germany each year, and set up to cater for those owners of history’s finest rallying classics who still want to experience driving them. Having recently sold the last-known genuine works MGB rally car for a world-record price of £141,922, Historics are anticipating significant interest in this rare rallying classic, estimating offers in the region of £70,000 - £90,000.
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  Alfa MiTo Turismo Sport Special for 60 Reg 12 Aug 2010 (News)
  On top of the already impressive standard equipment found in the MiTo Turismo; such as air conditioning and state-of-the-art Alfa D.N.A technology, the Alfa MiTo Turismo Sport special edition includes 16” alloy wheels, rear spoiler, cruise control, Blue & Me™ technology, fog lights and a leather steering wheel incorporating audio and phone controls. To find out more about the new MiTo Turismo Sport or to test drive any new Alfa Romeo model, customers should visit www.alfaromeo.co.uk    
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  Nissan reveals final details of bold new Juke 28 May 2010 (News)
  But the most exciting engine is the new 1.6 DiG-T which is available with both two and four-wheel drive. The DiG-T bit refers to the fact it is a direct injection turbo, helping it produce an impressive 190bhp which should mean it's very quick indeed. The top 1.6 DiG-T with 4WD is also available with an Xtronic CVT transmission that has a six-speed manual mode.
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  Big changes on the way for the London Congestion Charge 26 May 2010 (News)
  These models emit higher emissions than other exempt cars, yet have always benefitted from a zero charge as they are hybrids. These owners will now face a bill of almost £3700 per year to drive into the Congestion Charge Zone, as the cost of the charge is set to rise from £8 to £10. However, extending the exemption to cars under 100g/km means that potentially thousands of owners will now pay nothing.
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  Hyundai i10 Now a Top 10 Seller 6 Aug 2009 (News)
  ” He continued: “There are thousands more people driving Hyundai vehicles this year, and each of them will tell their friends and neighbours how much they like their car. We know this will keep driving new customers into our showrooms for years to come.
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  Pre- registered Toyota Auris only £12,995 on the road from www.mammothcars.com 26 Jun 2009 (News)
  Other savings : Vauxhall Astra 1.4 life 5dr hatch £9,999 (air con £500 extra, met paint £395 extra) - or £8999 drive away price on scrappage scheme – Various Colours available from Stock SAVING UP TO £5679 OFF MANUFACTURER LIST PRICE Vauxhall Agila expression 1.0 drive away price £6295 using scrap allowance of £2000 – 10 Vehicles available in Red from Stock FORD FIESTA 1.25 Style 5dr Factory order available to your specification.
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  MB SLK Summer Special 11 Jun 2009 (News)
  AIRSCARF neck-level heating system is fitted as standard and acts like an invisible scarf to ensure occupants keep warm out on the open road. Heated seats and a transparent 2LOOK Edition wind deflector also ensure maximum comfort when driving with the roof down, making open top driving as feasible on a crisp winter’s day as it is during the warm summer months. The SLK 2LOOK is powered by the popular 200 KOMPRESSOR engine and will be available on the road from £31,235.00.
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  FIAT 500s Now on Avis Rental Fleet 13 Dec 2008 (News)
  The iconic city car is available from Avis UK for a limited period and is perfect for anyone looking to test drive the benefits of living with a smaller vehicle. And it’s good news for FIAT too. Results from a recent Avis Europe survey show that supplying vehicles to the rental market adds value to the manufacturer’s brand in the shape of extended customer test drives.
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  Think Gordon Brown 28 Oct 2008 (News)
  NK city is made of recyclable ABS plastic, which is designed to resist dents and scratches accumulated in city driving. It has a top speed of 65 miles per hour, accelerates from zero to 30 mph in just 6.5 seconds and to 50 mph in 16 seconds. The car can travel more than 112 miles (180 km) in city driving on a fully charged battery and requires just an overnight top-up of electricity from a domestic electricity socket to restore its charge.
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  Aachen University Designs New Model T Ford 23 Oct 2008 (News)
  The base model is a mini-size pick-up version of a three-seater, with passengers accommodated next to each other. With the driver's seat centrally located, there are no extra costs for right-hand-drive or left-hand-drive versions. Additional weight and costs are saved by making the driver's seat only adjustable. The vehicle weighs 800kg – increasing if its petrol engine were combined with an electric motor to become a hybrid, or if converted into a battery-powered car.
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  New VW Future of the Car Website 11 Jul 2008 (News)
  When will vehicles communicate with traffic lights? Will there be traffic jams in the future? Can driving emission-free vehicles be fun? Automobile fans of all ages can find informative and entertaining answers to these and many other questions at www.Volkswagen2028.com. The Wolfsburg-based automaker presents its vision of the automotive world 20 years from now in this ground-breaking Webspecial.
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  LATEST FORD CARS CHECK TYRE PRESSURE WHILE YOU DRIVE 14 Apr 2008 (News)
  Advanced systems which alert the driver if a tyre is losing pressure while the car is in motion are providing Ford customers with safer...
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  Toyo Tyres Commits to British Motor Show as Excel 23 Jan 2008 (News)
  "We’ve worked hard with events and print media for the last five years to become the tyre of choice for driving enthusiasts and racers, but now we need to expand our horizons to attract the all important ‘middle’ market: the wider mass market occupied by everyday drivers of private and company vehicles.
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  02 Jag for £8,600 at Auction Today 2 Jul 2004 (News)
  Sure it was base model 2.1 V6 front-drive manual with 62k miles, but getting into a two year old Jag of £8,600 is an attractive prospect. Other cheap cheapies were a 61k mile 2001Y SAAB 9-5 2.3HT SE auto sold for £8,450, a 93k mile 2001Y Volvo S60 2.0T manual sold for just £5,500 and a 47k mile 2001X Chrysler Neon 2.0SE 4-speed auto sold for £3,300.
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  Keep Your Bottoms Up 12 May 2003 (News)
  If your vehicle bottoms out on the rear suspension you could be driving a death trap. Heavy loads in the back of many of vehicles cause problems for a lots of motorist. The rear suspension sinks, steering becomes light and effective braking can be seriously compromised.
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  New Lexus IS300 Here from 1st October 25 Sep 2001 (News)
  Toyota has announced UK prices and specifications for its new rear wheel drive 211bhp Lexus IS300 model. There will be no manual transmission option. Both the IS300 saloon and SportCross will be offered with a 5-speed autobox with steering wheel pushbutton controls and will be priced at £26,700 for the attractive saloon or £28,450 for the SportCross.
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  Classics Under the Hammer at BCA Blackbushe 29 Jan 2001 (News)
  This unique right-hand-drive 1931 model Packard 833 limousine, originally exported to South Africa, sold at BCAs Classic & Historic Auction today for £14,100 (£15,260, including buyers premium and VAT). Its companion car, a similar-looking 1929 Buick Six Series 121 Sedan, bid to £8,000 provisionally.