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  Le Mans Healeys reunited after 60 years 9 May 2013 (News)
  The two cars formed the Works entry into the 1953 Le Mans 24-Hours but NOJ 393, it was so nearly not to be. Originally journalist Gordon Wilkins had been assigned to co-drive NOJ 391 alongside Belgian Marcel Becquart but, on the drive back from scrutineering to the hotel, the car was hit by a truck and suffered severe damage that would prove impossible to repair in time for the race.
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  Fiat Panda record attempt off to a flying start 2 Feb 2013 (News)
  At 6.00am on 1 February, a few minutes before sunrise in Cape Town, Philip and Paul began their epic drive back to London. Their intention is to complete the journey in ten days, thus beating the existing record, set in a far more rugged Range Rover. As Philip Young commented: 'The Fiat Panda taking on the bid to crack the World Record for the non stop drive across two Continents from Cape Town to London.
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  Latest Alfa Romeo offers from Drive the Deal 16 Jan 2013 (News)
  These latest offers include up to 25% off the list price of Giulietta and up to 15% off the price of the MiTo.
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  EuroNCAP results: a bunch of fives 28 Nov 2012 (News)
  Driving - or more relevantly - crashing is getting safer. EuroNCAP's latest round of tests features 15 cars, with only one car, the Dacia Lodgy, falling short of a maximum result, scoring three out of five.
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  Ask HJ: What’s trending? 13 Sep 2012 (News)
  .” Some people want to go even further than simply fitting winter tyres, though, and instead want a more capable all-wheel drive car. One S-MAX owner considers the merits of upgrading to a Land Rover. HJ explains the best approach to winter driving : “Yes, the S-Max on a set of winter tyres will be more effective than the Discovery on standard tyres.
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  A Supercar for Easter, From Just £795 3 Apr 2012 (News)
  Minimum hirer requirements: Aged 26-70. Max 6 points. No Bans in last 5 years. No Claims in last 3 years. Driving over 5 years. ID requirements: Driving Licence inc. Counterpart, Passport and 2 x proof of address. This promotion cannot be used in conjunction with any other special offer and is only valid for this period stated.
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  Mazda MX-5 GT to Take on Supercars in British GT Championship 22 Mar 2012 (News)
  .  The outstanding handling that has made the MX-5 a favourite amongst drivers looking for an outstanding drive experience has been further developed through the race programme in 2011 with the help of MIRA, the Motor Industry Research Agency.  The MX-5 GT4 demonstrates high levels of stability under all loads making the car easy and fun to drive, an important feature for the longer endurance races.
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  Ford’s MyKey technology could lower insurance costs 13 Feb 2012 (News)
  Many young drivers would prefer to avoid the expense of running their own car by driving their parent’s, but it’s often prohibitively expensive. On top of that, many parents are concerned that their children won’t behave themselves when behind the wheel with friends, and so would prefer them to run around in a rotten old banger.
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  Mazda 0% VAT And 0% Interest 6 Dec 2011 (News)
  "All vehicles in the Mazda model line-up deliver a dynamic and engaging drive, with strongly performing engines, competitive CO 2 emissions and an ownership experience which is underpinned by reduced costs and Mazda's outstanding build quality and reliability," concludes Allibon.
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  2012 Honda Civic 12 Sep 2011 (News)
  While it is an entirely new car with no common sheetmetal, the new Civic is an evolution of the 2006 Civic . The new 2012 Honda Civic will offer a quieter and more refined driving experience to ensure comfortable journeys on all  road   conditions.
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  Mazda MX-5 production race car finishes third in class at Snetterton 300 Circuit 16 Aug 2011 (News)
  After qualifying seventh in class on Saturday, the Mazda MX-5 production car's 50:50 weight distribution, handling and performance combined with the driving experience of legendary ex-F1 driver Mike Wilds saw the MX-5 race car fight its way to first in class in the first half of the race, further demonstrating its potential to challenge more powerful race cars in its class.
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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.