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  DRIVERS DOWNSIZE AS CREDIT CRUNCH BITES 17 Oct 2008 (News)
  It is advisable to calculate estimated annual fuel costs and depreciation, for example, before committing to a diesel-powered car.”
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  Supermarkets cut diesel to under £1-per-litre 4 Jan 2016 (News)
  Effective from 4 January, the price cap sees diesel and unleaded available at the same price of 99p-per-litre for the first time in over six years. The reductions are currently limited to supermarkets, although other fuel retailers are expected to follow. The fall in fuel prices reflects the global collapse in the wholesale cost of oil, which now stands at £26 a barrel – its lowest since 2005.
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  Michelin launches updated Latitude SUV tyre 17 Mar 2014 (News)
  Improvements have also been made to the compound and tyre design to improve steering precision and increase traction when braking or acceleration, with the added benefit of a lower rate of wear, meaning less regular tyre changes. Michelin also promises lower rolling resistance, which should slightly improve fuel economy.  
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  Volkswagen to increase use of plug-in hybrid tech 9 May 2011 (News)
  Volkswagen also showcased two new engines at the Vienna symposium, a variant of the current 1.4 TSI that runs on E85, a fuel which isn’t commonly available in the UK but is in Scandinavia, and a new 2.0 TDI diesel engine for the US market, with improved fuel economy and reduced CO2 emissions. 
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  'No point' in shopping for cheaper petrol 6 Jan 2010 (News)
  AA president Edmund King said in response to the findings that not only price but claims of better quality were often unfounded. "There is often sniping at the quality of supermarket fuel compared to that from non-supermarket retailers, even though the fuel for both has to meet the same British Standard," he pointed out. Mr King added that there were so far no sound tests proving that there was a significant advantage in some brands but it is possible as vendors can put additives in the substance to improve performance.
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  Ford Ka has "fun-to-drive personality" 16 Jul 2009 (News)
  Meanwhile, Ford's Focus Econetic model was recently chosen to go on tour in the UK as part of BP's Fuel Efficiency Challenge. The event will see driving experts from BP Ultimate aim to cut motorists' fuel bills by up to a quarter. Are you buying or selling a car ?
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  Audi A4 'can advise on fuel consumption' 10 Jul 2009 (News)
  The A4 2.0 TDIe features a Driver's Information System, which offers the person behind the wheel advice on reducing fuel consumption. Users will find it recommends the best time to change gears and also how to get the most miles to the gallon bearing in mind the driving conditions. In addition to this, the car comes with start-stop technology that automatically switches off the engine when the vehicle comes to a standstill.
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  New Porsche 'offers greater fuel efficiency and power' 19 Nov 2008 (News)
  The second generation of the mid-engined Boxster has been unveiled at the Los Angeles Motor Show and the manufacturer has claimed drivers can expect better performance and greater fuel efficiency. Porsche described the new flat-six boxer engine as the highlight of the new vehicle and stated it had contributed to the car's improved economy and power. It also said the Doppelkupplungsgetriebe - the new double-clutch gearbox - had played a part in these changes.
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  A change in driving technique 'can protect your pocket and the planet' 31 Oct 2008 (News)
  He also pointed out not going through all the gears when pulling up is another way of saving fuel. Mr Cummins added an additional advantage of using these techniques is they will benefit the environment. "If you are using less fuel then obviously not only are you saving money, you are also reducing CO2 emissions as well," he explained.
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  BMW Z4 gets a green make-over 24 Aug 2007 (News)
  German manufacturer BMW is going further in its effort to reduce carbon emissions and fuel consumption by extending its eco-friendly "efficient dynamics" system to the Z4 roadster and coupe models. Adding to the existing "efficient dynamics" group which includes the 1-series, 3-series and 5-series, the newly designed system - which uses a more efficient rear axle transmission - aims to retain agility while reducing harmful effects to the environment.
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  More Power, Less Money For MX5 26 Sep 2001 (News)
  Combined fuel consumption is 32.5mpg. With a six speed gearbox, 16 inch alloy wheels and 205/45R16 tyres, the £17,495 1.8 Sport now gets to sixty in 8.1 seconds and goes on to 130mph. Combined fuel consumption is 31.7mpg.
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  Honest John's Deals of the Week 1 Mar 2017 (News)
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  Top 10: £5000 British gas guzzlers 3 Feb 2015 (News)
  Maybe now’s the time to sell the sensible car and invest in something big-engined and petrol-powered, ready to take advantage of falling fuel costs and inject some fun back into motoring. Here are our ten top choices for those with a budget of around £5000. By Paul Guinness, Contributor
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  New 1.6 diesel engine for Honda Civic and Jazz 30 Nov 2011 (News)
  This new engine series will deliver excellent performance and environmental values and will be gradually introduced throughout the Honda range. Number one in fuel economy With the exceptional environmental values of Earth Dreams Technology, Honda will strive to be number one in fuel economy in each category within 3 years. New 1.6 diesel engine for Europe The first engine from this series for Europe will be a newly developed 1.6 diesel engine.
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  Scrappage scheme could boost cheap Toyota customer numbers 24 Apr 2009 (News)
  According to the vehicle brand, its British-built Auris is likely to become an attractive option for customers with the Budget announcement that people will receive £2,000 towards the cost of a new car when they scrap their old model. The vehicle is fitted with Optimal Drive technology to enhance fuel consumption, which may appeal to customers looking to offset the forthcoming rise in fuel duty. "By leveraging the benefits of local production we can make Auris affordable for customers who need a family car," commented Toyota managing director, Miguel Fonseca.
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  Ford ECOnetic cars 'can cut motoring costs' 17 Dec 2008 (News)
  Ford explained this reduces fuel consumption, as it avoids unnecessary high engine speed. The manufacturer also claimed it cuts CO2 emissions and reduces wear and tear on transmission and engine components. Ford spokesman Tim Winstanley commented: "The indicator provides drivers with a helpful aid to using less fuel and encourages a smoother driving style.
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  Free LPG Conversion on Proton GEN-2 3 Sep 2008 (News)
  Proton is offering free LPG conversions on its GEN-2 models, enabling owners to benefit from fuel currently costing the equivalent of around 60p a litre. The GEN-2 ecoLogic starts on petrol and then switches to LPG when it’s most efficient to do so, usually after about 20 seconds.
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  Honest John's June Deals 19 Jun 2015 (News)
  The fuel retailer is offering a free main meal when you fill up 3   times with 35 litres of fuel in June. Click here Monday 15 June Get a free MoT .
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  Ford Powershift 'auto' Now More Widely Available 14 Aug 2009 (News)
  The strong torque output of the TDCi diesel engine allows a high sixth gear ratio, leading to relaxed cruising with excellent fuel economy and enhanced refinement. What is it? Ford PowerShift is a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, combining the performance and fuel-efficiency of a manual gearbox with the ease and convenience of a conventional automatic How to get it.
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  Volvo Bi-Fuels and Diesels Arrive 15 Nov 2001 (News)
  The S60, S70 and S80 LPG automatics qualify for a 75% Powershift Grant, worth over £1,400. Grant figures for other models are expected in early 2002. A fuel switch-over recall problem was confined to 200 S80 CNG models in Germany and none are believed to have reached the UK. Volvo's new lightweight D5 common rail diesel replaces the old Audi unit in V70s and S80s and is the first diesel engine available in the S60.