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  Classic owners face introduction of higher ethanol fuel by end of 2019 (Article)
  But E10 unleaded petrol that contains 10% ethanol is potentially harmful to classics. According to the Government, around 800,000 vehicles would not be compatible with E10 fuel. However, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) puts that figure closer to 1.4m – nearly double Whitehall's estimate. Using E10 fuel in a classic can cause blockage to fuel filters, damage to fuel pumps as well as causing fuel hoses to degrade and a host of carburettor problems.
• Fuel Calculator (Article)
  It features every make, model and trim of car on the UK market. How do I use the   Fuel Calculator? The Fuel Calculator is simple and easy to use. Basically, it compares two cars to find the lowest fuel cost, whether it's petrol or diesel, hybrid v electric, petrol v electric or any combination of these.
• Real MPG (Article)
  Real MPG was created after we received thousands of complaints from readers that their cars could not match the official claimed fuel economy figures. Unlike laboratory tests, Real MPG gives real world data from real drivers and allows owners and buyers to see how much on-the-road fuel a vehicle really uses. 
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  Top 10: Winter tyres (Article)
  Rated C for fuel consumption, E for wet grip and a noise rating of 71dB, the WinterCraft comes in at £105.35 fitted. Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 An impressive all-round winter tyre from Bridgestone, the Blizzak manages a C rating for fuel consumption while also achieving a superior A rating for wet grip.
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  Motorhome and camper van tax rates (Article)
  Rates for second payment onwards (if motorhome list price is under £40,000 and bought new) Fuel type 12 months 6 months Petrol and diesel £150 £79.75 Electric £0 £0 Alternative fuel £140 £74.25 Rates for second to sixth annual payment (inclusive) for motorhomes over £40,000 when bought new  Fuel type 12 months 6 months Petrol and diesel £475 £255.75 Electric £0 £0 Alternative fuel £465 £250.25 You only have to pay this rate for five years (from the second time the vehicle is taxed).
• Best Car Tyres Companies & Makes 2019 (Article)
  . The Continental do well in wet and dry conditions too with reliable, reactive braking and the tyres are also very quiet and refined even at high speeds. They're also very fuel efficient."  
• Real MPG (Article)
  Real MPG was created after we received thousands of complaints from readers that their cars could not match the official claimed fuel economy figures. Unlike laboratory tests, Real MPG gives real world data from real drivers and allows owners and buyers to see how much on-the-road fuel a vehicle really uses.  Most Popular Reviews on Honest John Audi A1 Sportback Audi A3 Sportback Audi A4 Saloon Audi Q3 Audi Q5 BMW 1 Series BMW 3 Series BMW 4 Series BMW 5 Series BMW i3 BMW X3 BMW X5 Citroen C3 Dacia Duster Dacia Sandero Ford Fiesta Ford Focus Ford Puma Ford Kuga Fiat 500 Honda e Honda Jazz Honda Civic Honda HR-V Honda CR-V Hyundai i10 Hyundai i30 Hyundai Ioniq Hyundai Tucson Hyundai Kona Kia Picanto Kia Sportage Kia e-Niro Kia Sorento Mazda 2 Mazda 3 Mazda CX-3 Mazda CX-5 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Mercedes-Benz C-Class Mercedes-Benz E-Class Mercedes-Benz GLA Mercedes-Benz GLB Mercedes-Benz GLC Mercedes GLE Peugeot 208 Peugeot 2008 Peugeot 3008 Skoda Enyaq iV Skoda Fabia Skoda Octavia Skoda Superb Skoda Kamiq Skoda Kodiaq Skoda Karoq SEAT Leon SEAT Ateca Suzuki Swift Toyota Prius Toyota Yaris Vauxhall Astra Vauxhall Corsa Vauxhall Insignia Vauxhall Mokka Volkswagen Golf Volkswagen Polo Volkswagen ID.3 Volkswagen ID.4 Volkswagen Tiguan Volkswagen T-Cross Volkswagen T-Roc Volkswagen Up Volvo XC40 Volvo XC60 Volvo XC90   The best Real MPG cars Best SUVs for Real MPG Top hatchbacks for Real MPG Best small cars for Real MPG More from Real MPG...
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  Halfords service costs and plans (Article)
  A car that isn’t afforded regular maintenance is more likely to break down, less likely to pass an MOT and may even use more fuel and therefore cost more money to run, so ignore the service schedule at your peril. If you don’t know what you’re looking for when seeking out a car service provider the reassurance of a well-known name like Halfords can be a great help.
• Day Five Prize - Cataclean (Article)
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  Cheap van hire (Article)
  7. Understand the fuel policy Another thing to watch out for is the fuel policy. The best scenario is full-to-full, where the van is handed over with a full tank and you refill the vehicle before returning it.
• Top 10: Cheapest new scooters 2018 (Article)
  However, the Longjia is agile thanks to its light weight of 78kg, nippy up to 30mph and the 6.0-litre fuel tank gives a good range on this learner-legal bargain. Direct Bikes 50cc Sports Direct Bikes imports the 50cc Sport and a range of other identically priced models from China, which goes a long way to explaining the low price.
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  Honest John Awards 2018: The Winners (Article)
  Over the past 12 months the Hyundai i10 has consistently received five star feedback, winning praise for comfort, reliability and fuel economy from drivers who live with it every single day.  Real MPG Car of the Year - Toyota GT86 Few cars match the Toyota GT86 when it comes to real world fuel economy.
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  Top 10: 125cc bikes with manual transmissions (Article)
  There are some obvious areas in which prices have been cut, including the use of a carburettor instead of fuel injection, which is used on the Yamaha YBR and Honda CB125F. But otherwise the CK1 is easy to get on with. It will manage more than 60mph, so is fine if your commute isn’t all around town, plus it will achieve fuel economy of more than 100mpg.
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  Smartphone app of the Year shortlist (Article)
  You need to be an AA member to make the most of it, though – and if you are then you can access local fuel pricing and parking information nearby. AppyParking AppyParking cleverly collates on and off-street parking information across London and 11 of the UK's biggest cities. The free smartphone app shows users where they can park, on or off street.
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  Safety and security of the Year shortlist (Article)
  AlcoSense Excel Fuel Cell Breathalyzer The Alcosense Excel is an easy-to-use personal breathalyser that can be set up for use in different countries with different drink-drive limits. It’s chunkily-constructed and is designed to give accurate, trustworthy readings, with a 0.15% margin for error.
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  Best new vans for 2018 (Article)
  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 and emissions, while the 1.0 EcoBoost will get the added bonus of cylinder deactivation tech to save fuel when the loads are low.  Transit Courier On sale: Spring 2018 Another Ford.
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  Top 10: Cheapest petrol lawnmowers (Article)
  Its height can be adjusted from 30mm-80mm, whereas most other rivals range from 25mm-75mm, granting slightly improved clearance. It also has a large 1.3-litre fuel tank, so you can cut for a long time – but it is heavy, making it hard to manoeuvre and liable to dig into soft ground. MowMaster 123cc 46cm Self-propelled Mower – £219.00 This MowMaster offers a mulching mode, which is where the grass is chopped up into fine pieces and deposited back on the ground.
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  How to buy a new van (Article)
  If you’re funding the van with monthly payments (as do most buyers) then you’ll need to add fuel, tax and insurance to your budget. This isn’t too complicated, but requires thought and planning – and the willingness to stick to your budget. Real MPG makes it easy to see how much fuel a van will use on the road.
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  Top 10: Learner legal commuter bikes and scooters (Article)
  And the Vision 50 is probably the best of the lot, with a great record for reliability and incredible fuel economy.  Honda CB125F - £2,699 Another Honda with a tremendous reliability record is the CB series, which has been called CB125, CBF125 and now CB125F. Plenty of 1990s examples are still kicking around, despite having been abused by dozens of learner owners.
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  Top 10: Best used scooters (Article)
  It’s a blast to ride on country lanes, it takes on motorways with pleasure and it’s agile in town. You even get decent fuel economy of 58mph to offer a range of more than 200 miles. You’ll be happy to cover those miles thanks to top-drawer comfort for rider and pillion, while a massive storage compartment under the seat can craftily be extended to pack in even more luggage.