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• DIESEL v PETROL: Which is better for me?   (FAQs)
  Diesels are generally dearer to buy but in the past have held their value better. Though this may change. Over 2007/08 diesel fuel in the UK became about 10% more expensive to buy than petrol, but regained parity on 2009. Diesel automatics can lose a lot
• MISFUELLING A CAR: What should you do if you accidentally put the wrong fuel in your car?  (FAQs)
  Information kindly supplied by  https://www.fuelfixer.co.uk/ About a third of a million UK drivers every year put the wrong fuel in their cars. Petrol in diesel cars, diesel in petrol cars
• Fuel Calculator (Article)
  Petrol, diesel, electric or hybrid - which is right for you? Our petrol or diesel calculator shows which fuel will suit you best - and factors in potential savings on hybrids and electric cars to boot
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  Classic owners face introduction of higher ethanol fuel by end of 2019 (Article)
  Petrol stations will have to display new labels to show motorists how much biofuel and ethanol is in their petrol and diesel as fears mount the Government is paving the way to introduce E10 fuel – a blend that is potentially dangerous for classic cars. From
• RUNNING IN A DIESEL: What's the best way to run-in a diesel engine? (FAQs)
  to self clean the injectors, it blows any accumulated soot out of the exhaust system and it helps to free off the piston rings, making the engine more efficient and less likely to use engine oil.  The latest bain of a diesel driver's life is the Diesel Particulate Filter. On passive cycle
• DPFs: What are they and why do they go wrong? (FAQs)
  and will self-destruct. The alternative 'active' cycle is an additional injector that injects either diesel fuel or an additive directly into a burner in the particulate filter. Peugeot/Citroen/Ford diesel engines don't need to get quite as hot as diesels in other makes because
• FUEL: What are the benefits of running a vehicle on Superunleaded or Superdiesel? (FAQs)
  a package of additives including detergents and lubricants to keep the fuel system of an engine additionally clean. Similarly, Superdiesel has higher a Cetane rating than ordinary diesel, providing better performance and a cleaner burn at low revs, while branded Superdiesel contains a package
• LPG: Where can I get my car converted to run on LPG? (FAQs)
  to the Real MPG average of 41.5mpg. The cost was 65.9p a litre compared with 121.9p a litre for petrol and 126.9p a litre for diesel over the weeekend of the test. But it also consumed enough petrol to put the overall fuel cost for 500 miles up to £58.96, which is higher than many competitive diesel cars
• COMPANY CAR TAX (BIK): How does BIK company car tax work? (FAQs)
  (or £2,850) in 2002–2003 to 23 per cent (or £3,450) in 2004–2005. Because they emit less CO2, diesels are hit with a 3 per cent surcharge (though diesel cars sold before 31-12-2005 which meets Euro-4 standards are exempt from the surcharge), and no company car driver is taxed on a base
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  Motorhome and camper van tax rates (Article)
  Fuel type 12 months 6 months Petrol and diesel £465 £255.75
• ENGINE ECU: Where can I have the Engine Control Unit (ECU) of my car re-mapped? (FAQs)
  Electronic engine management systems in new cars are compromise programmed to provide reasonable performance and emissions and in a wide variety of weather conditions on a wide variety of fuels. They are also programmed to give best fuel ecomomy in the specific EU fuel consumption comparision
• ADBLUE: What is AdBlue and What do I need to know about it? (FAQs)
  AsBlue is a non-toxic, colourless solution of urea and water-based fluid added to the exhaust system of diesel engined cars and trucks in order to reduce the NOx emissions to a level compliable with EU6 and now WLTP. It is contained in a separate tank with a separate external filler (Mercedes
• AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS: What are the different types?  (FAQs)
  Torque converter automatic The traditional type employing a torque converter that abosrbs engine power leading to increased fuel consumption and CO2 output. Can be 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 or 9 ratio, the more ratios the more efficient
• VEHICLE EXCISE DUTY: How much is the tax on my car? (FAQs)
  2002 Budget, VED for cars emitting less than 120g/km CO2 was reduced by a further £30 to £60pa for alternative fuel cars, £70pa for petrol cars and £80 for diesel cars. As from April 2003 the above VED rates were INCREASED by £5 each band
• How Is The MoT Test Changing In 2019? (Article)
  or not there will be a push to make things even more stringent for diesel cars, given the current trend of moving away from the once popular fuel. Only time will tell. New testable items for the MoT in 2019 The test itself has obviously become more
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  How to buy a new van (Article)
  for the list price and earn a healthy commission.  Petrol, diesel or electric - which is the best fuel type for your next van? There was a time when buying a new van was simple and diesel. However, the trusty old diesel van has experienced
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  Car Tax Rates 2024/2025 | Car Tax Calculator (Article)
  for cars registered from 1 April 2017 onwards CO2 emissions (g/km) Petrol and diesel cars Alternative fuel cars* 1-50
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  Best new vans for 2018 (Article)
  The Transit Connect is also due a facelift in 2018. The exterior will get the same front end styling treatment as the latest Transit Custom, along with a similarly revised interior that includes design themes from the latest Fiesta. The old 1.5 TDCI diesel will get an overhaul to improve fuel economy
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  Honest John Awards 2018: The Winners (Article)
  is one of the most accomplished cars in its class. Not only does it remain true to Skoda’s value for money principles, but it also surges ahead of the competition by raising the bar for family car quality and refinement. Fuel costs are also affordable, thanks to Skoda's efficient range of petrol
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  Is an electric car right for me? (Article)
  as with a petrol, diesel or hybrid car’s fuel clock, an EV’s will tell you the battery’s charge either with a graphic display or a count of how many miles’ range is left. It’s also possible to check the battery charge remotely in many EVs using a smartphone app. This lets you