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  Latest Focus revamp makes it "desirable" 12 Nov 2007 (News)
  Safety-conscious motorists will find that the vehicle comes with four airbags and central locking, in addition to electrics windows in the front and a CD player for those who like to listen to their favourite tunes while driving. "With a dramatic new design, more equipment and more choice, Ford's new Focus is set to reaffirm its position as the most desirable model in the segment when it goes on sale in the UK next year," said the company.
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  Rare vehicles mark Volvo's 80th anniversary 5 Nov 2007 (News)
  Volvo is a supplier of buses, trucks and commercial construction equipment. It also supplies drive systems for marine and industrial use and lost year generated revenue of 258 billion SEK (£19.3 billion).

  Mondeo picks up Scottish car gong 29 Oct 2007 (News)
  This is Ford's latest success at the award's ceremony, having picked up the Scottish MPV of 2006 gong for its S-MAX as well as the overall prize in 1998 for the Mondeo. Consumers have been able to drive the model from Ford dealerships since it made its debut in 1993.
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  Citroen C5 "powerful addition" to company line-up 19 Oct 2007 (News)
  According to the company, the model represents a "powerful addition" to its line-up and motorists will know if they are right once it goes on sale in the UK from early 2008. One thing that will be assured is the comfort of those driving it, as Citroen has installed a back massager into the driver's seat. The car is longer and wider than its predecessor the C4 Picasso, while also benefiting from a concave rear window which may help deflect sunlight.
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  Land Rover picks up practicality award 15 Oct 2007 (News)
  Planet 4x4 has commented that the model picked up 93 points out of the 100 on offer, finishing ahead of its contemporaries in the genre. Those looking to drive the seven-seater Discovery 3 can pick one up for £29,815 at Land Rover dealerships nationwide. John Edwards, managing director of the firm in the UK, commented that the gong was "a great achievement".
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  VW and National Trust combine for eco-roadshows 19 Sep 2007 (News)
  "Drivers can have an enormous impact on reducing fuel consumption and emissions whatever vehicle they drive," he said. "We work hard to improve the technology in our products to reduce carbon emissions and improve fuel efficiency," the expert added. This news comes as the firm has commented that it would like to have increased its annual sales volume to eight million units per year by 2010.
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  Saab Turbo X celebrates 30 turbocharged years 11 Sep 2007 (News)
  "Now Saab unleashes turbo power for the first time through Saab XWD, a cutting edge all-wheel drive system that sets performance standards competitors will also seek to emulate," the company commented. Saab is an acronym standing for Svenska Aeroplan Aktiebolaget - Swedish Aeroplane Limited.
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  Mitsubishi Cuts Evo 260 to £22,999 15 Oct 2004 (News)
  The Evolution VIII 260 has a five-speed, close ratio gearbox, coupled to its electronically controlled, ‘active’ four-wheel-drive transmission. The car also comes packed with equipment, including: Mitsubishi’s Super AYC (Active Yaw Control), ABS and EBD braking system, Recaro front seats, 6-spoke 17" alloy wheels and optimised suspension.
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  First Official Pix of Volvo V50 4 Dec 2003 (News)
  Engines will include a 125bhp 1.8 four, the new Ford/PSA 136bhp 2.0 litre common rail direct injected diesel, and 2.4 litre fives with either 170bhp or 220bhp. Transmissions are five or six speed manuals or a five speed auto. A Haldex clutched four wheel drive system will become available on the 220bhp T5. Prices are expected to start at £17,500. The wraps come off soon, at www.Volvocars.co.uk
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  Super Hot New MGs at Frankfurt 11 Sep 2001 (News)
  Manual or automatic transmissions will be offered. Launch date is Summer 2002. The other MG supercar is a 385bhp rear-drive version of the Rover 75 based MG ZT to be called the MG ZT XPower 385. Torque is a mammoth 385lb ft (522Nm) fed through a six-speed manual box, zero to 60 is predicted at less than 5 seconds, top speed will be 175mph and the price will be around £40,000.
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  Report: Jaguar MkI sets record price at Brightwells 29 Jul 2015 (News)
  Classic MGs have always inspired a loyal fan base and all 18 models in the sale were successfully sold, top honours going to a lovely ex-USA 1954 TF 1500 which had been fully restored and converted to right-hand drive in the mid-1990s and fetched a well-deserved £25,600. A smart but still left-hand drive 1952 TD 1250 made £19,250 while a very nice 1961 MGA 1600 Mk2 Roadster with a five-speed gearbox conversion made £22,000.
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  Peugeot Reveals Prices and Specs of 3008 31 Jul 2009 (News)
  The Peugeot 3008 is aimed directly at the heart of the medium car segment and is the perfect choice for customers who are looking for something different. Whether these customers currently drive a conventional saloon car, MPV, SUV or a hatchback, the 3008 provides a new alternative which spans all these different vehicle types. It has the flexibility and space of an MPV, the rugged looks of an SUV and the vehicle dynamics of a family hatchback.
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  Honest John's Deals of the Week 28 Jul 2016 (News)
  Click for more info Monday 25 July  Save 15 per cent on a supercar driving experience. Tesco has cut the price of both rallying and track driving days, with prices starting from £33.

  Innovations at Mobility Roadshow to Include new Swivel Seat and new Flexible Ramp 18 May 2016 (News)
  The latest version includes an improved fully adjustable tiller and more supportive seat, ensuring drivers with conditions can relax their shoulders, arms and hands completely when driving – essential for avoiding stiffness. The spacious floor-well allows drivers to stretch out their legs and the active rear suspension minimises bumps whilst driving. The new seat has additional cushioning so stability is improved which really helps owners with back problems and allows users to tackle rougher terrain with confidence.
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  Rare SS1 Tourer to Star in Barons 7th December Auction 10 Nov 2010 (News)
  It was bought new in the summer of 1970, but sadly the purchaser died just few weeks later. The car was garaged until 1974, when the original owner’s widow passed her driving test. She took the car for a drive around the block with a relative – which caused the relative to advise her against driving, which resulted in her giving up driving and parking the car back in the garage.
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  Subaru Withdraws From World Rally Championship 17 Dec 2008 (News)
  FHI has participated in the WRC together with Prodrive, a motorsports and automotive engineering group in the UK, over the past 19 years to pursue its goal and philosophy in motor sports activities to enhance Subaru brand awareness by showing that Subaru vehicles offer safe, comfortable and pleasurable driving no matter the weather or road conditions, featuring Horizontally-Opposed engine and the Symmetrical All-Wheel drive system as its core technologies, and to transfer results of race-tested technical improvements into Subaru passenger vehicles.
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  Hidden Heroes: Alfa Romeo 147 2.0 Twin Spark 6 Dec 2019 (News)
  If you do, you’ll get an everyday modern classic that’s guaranteed to put a smile on your face every time you drive it.
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  Peugeot E-Legend concept car to get UK debut at NEC classic motor show 24 Oct 2019 (News)
  The Peugeot e-Legend Concept is powered by a 100% electric power train, with the 100kWh batteries reaching 800Nm torque and 340Kw power, distributed to the four-wheel drive. This level of performance makes it possible to travel 0-100km/h in less under four seconds and reach a maximum speed of 220km/h. The range is 600 km according to the WLTP protocol, of which 500km are accessible in 25 minutes thanks to a fast recharge.
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  Auction house Bonhams launches MPH to target modern classic market 17 Jun 2019 (News)
  Headed up by Rob Hubbard, who relocates from the New Bond Street department, Bonhams MPH is based at Bicester Heritage - the UK's only hub for historic motoring excellence. Bonhams will hold four drive-through sales a year at the site to meet demand from the growing market for modern and popular classics. The first sale will take place on Thursday, 26 September, and Bonhams MPH will host monthly on-site valuation and photography days on the last Friday of the month from 26 July.
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  Porsche 356 Speedster to go under the hammer at Race Retro 13 Feb 2019 (News)
  It was then imported into the UK and immediately entrusted to JD Classics of Mayfair for a professional conversion to right-hand drive. Today the car still retains the original engine and gearbox, making it a full matching numbers example. The Porsche Kardex also confirms it was originally supplied in Silver with Red leather, the same combination and specification of the car today.