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Fri, 29 Apr 2011
VW Approved Used Car BenefitsVW Approved Used Car Benefits
Volkswagen's Approved Used Car Scheme includes several tasty benefits. For example, anyone buying a certified vehicle can choose one extra – free of charge. This must be either twelve months VW Roadside Assistance, three years MOT protection, £100 worth of accessories, or MOTs for life. Motorists wh ...
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Volkswagen Approved Used Car SchemeVolkswagen Approved Used Car Scheme
Volkswagen's Approved Used Car Scheme makes it easy for motorists to buy with confidence. This is for several reasons. Firstly, VW perform a comprehensive history check to confirm the vehicle's identity. This includes verifying the make, model, engine size, transmission type, colour, etc. The dealer ...
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New Citroen Relay Panel VanNew Citroen Relay Panel Van
The new Citroen Relay Panel Van has more storage space than a cargo ship. To be precise, the largest version has a capacity of 17m3, is 6,363mm long, and 2,050mm wide. And the maximum payload? This can be a back breaking 1,820kg. Best get a few dock workers to help shift that lot. Oh, and tell your ...
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Thu, 28 Apr 2011
New Renault Twizy could get you DizzyNew Renault Twizy could get you Dizzy
The new Renault Twizy goes on sale next year and is priced at approximately £7000. First impressions of the Renault Twizy resemble something from a sci fi film as it doesn’t look much like a car. When ordering your Renault Twizy you can chose between a gullwing-opening lower door, a single door b ...
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Ferrari introduce 7 year Maintenance ProgrammeFerrari introduce 7 year Maintenance Programme
Ferrari will lead the way in the luxury supercar segment with the introduction of the Ferrari Genuine Maintenance Programme that will cover all scheduled maintenance for the first seven years regardless of the vehicle mileage. The Ferrari Genuine Maintenance programme will cover all new Ferrari C ...
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Nissan Qashqai ReviewNissan Qashqai Review
Twelve months ago the Nissan Qashqai underwent a mid life makeover with small styling and interior upgrades followed by a revised range of engines with lower co2emissions and improved fuel economy. The Nissan Qashqai has a lot to offer, it is not quite a 4x4 but it is more than just a hatchback. ...
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New Citroen Van Leasing OffersNew Citroen Van Leasing Offers
Citroen's van leasing offers can be fantastic value for money. After all, they enable hard working load-luggers to enjoy brand new vehicles without the initial purchase costs. The French motoring giant produce a wide range of machinery, including the likeable Citroen Berlingo First. In fact ...
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Skoda and Volkswagen Celebrate PartnershipSkoda and Volkswagen Celebrate Partnership
Skoda and Volkswagen are celebrating twenty years of successful partnership. Yes, almost unbelievably, two decades have now passed since the state owed Czech car company climbed into bed with its illustrious German neighbour. Good thing too. Skoda now produce excellent vehicles that are rel ...
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Fantastic 0% Finance OffersFantastic 0% Finance Offers
Motoring.co.uk's new car database is overflowing with fantastic 0% finance offers. Here comes the proof. The ever-popular Ford Focus is available from only £199 per-month, at 0% APR. This thirty-six payment hire purchase agreement also requires a £5,650 deposit, which secures a 1.6 Zetec S ...
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Wed, 27 Apr 2011
New Vauxhall Astra GTC RevealedNew Vauxhall Astra GTC Revealed
Vauxhall have finally released official pictures of the new 3 door Vauxhall Astra GTC, and it looks something special. Vauxhall have promised to make this the best handling car in its class, with enough space for 5 adults. Vauxhall will release the full details close to launch but expect to see t ...
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New Kia Soul 2012 debuts at New York Motor ShowNew Kia Soul 2012 debuts at New York Motor Show
The new Kia Soul is expected in UK showrooms in the autumn next year. The new fresh and updated Kia Soul made its debut at the New York Motor Show. The exterior of the Kia Soul has undergone subtle changes including new projector headlamps with LED daytime running lights, a redesigned bonnet and ne ...
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New Citroen Nemo ReviewNew Citroen Nemo Review
The new Citroen Nemo is the Swiss Army Knife of light commercial vehicles. Here come the reasons. Firstly, at 3.86 metres long it is small enough to nip around town easily. Quite a contrast to some larger vans that feel less manoeuvrable than a boat in a pond. These pint- sized dimensions m ...
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Warning to motorists heading to the Royal WeddingWarning to motorists heading to the Royal Wedding
If you are thinking of motoring into London to enjoy the Royal Wedding then perhaps it would be better to think again. The AA is warning drivers that numerous key roads will be closed off for the big day and roadside space will be at an absolute minimum. Strict penalties will be in force for those w ...
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New Mini Cooper Convertible for under £20,000New Mini Cooper Convertible for under £20,000
The BMW Mini Cooper Convertible diesel is currently available for just £19,484 or approximately £269 per month. This particular model includes air conditioning, electric windows, pepper pack, alarm, airbags and five years/60,000 miles servicing included. The BMW Mini Cooper Convertible has a top sp ...
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New Ford Focus ReviewNew Ford Focus Review
The new Ford Focus will soon be more familiar than sliced bread. After all, its practicality and versatility mean it is virtually guaranteed to sell like yeast to a baker. The new model is an evolution of its predecessor, rather than a complete revolution. As such this small family car's in ...
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Tue, 26 Apr 2011
New Volkswagen Crafter VanNew Volkswagen Crafter Van
Volkswagen have revealed details of its new Crafter van, the largest van Volkswagen will produce. The first version of this van made its debut 5 years ago at the Commercial Vehicle Show. Volkswagen will launch the Crafter van in the summer, and they promise bigger payloads, better efficiency and ...
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New Subaru Impreza launched at the New York Motor ShowNew Subaru Impreza launched at the New York Motor Show
Subaru has launched the all new fourth generation 2012 Subaru Impreza model. For the UK market the Subaru will have a new 1.6 litre Boxer engine teamed with a five speed manual transmission. The Subaru Impreza has new interior features, infotainment technology and higher grade materials. The exte ...
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New Nissan LEAF named 2011 World Car of the YearNew Nissan LEAF named 2011 World Car of the Year
The Nissan LEAF has been named 2011 World Car of the Year at the New York International Motor Show. Nissan Chairman and CEO Carlos Ghosn said “it is a great joy that the world’s first, mass-marketed electric vehicle, the Nissan LEAF, has won the prestigious award of 2011 World Car of the Year. This ...
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New Jaguar XJ named 2011 International Luxury Car of the YearNew Jaguar XJ named 2011 International Luxury Car of the Year
The new Jaguar XJ has been named the 2011 International Luxury Car of the Year for its unique design and stellar performance. Adrian Hallmark, Jaguar Global Brand Director said "we're delighted that the 2011 Jaguar XJ has received this honor. The all-new Jaguar XJ is a benchmark in both design and t ...
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New Jaguar XF ReviewNew Jaguar XF Review
The Jaguar XF is more striking than a supermodel on the beach. However, as is the eventual fate of even the most beautiful people, this mighty saloon is now middle-aged. Time for a nip and tuck. The surgeon has performed liposuction on several key body parts. The wings and front bumper have been re- ...
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New Volkswagen Passat Estate ReviewNew Volkswagen Passat Estate Review
The new Volkswagen Passat estate is a Volkswagen Passat estate. This is everything motorists need to know before opening their long suffering chequebooks. After all, this versatile load-lugger's reputation alone virtually guarantees trouble free adventures. Nobody would ask to see Albert Einstein's ...
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Volkswagen Launch New Second-Hand Vehicle InitiativeVolkswagen Launch New Second-Hand Vehicle Initiative
Volkswagen has launched a new initiative to make buying second-hand vehicles easier, less stressful, and more enjoyable. The Das WeltAuto scheme, which translates to The Word Car, aims to make the used experience closer resemble the new one. it is similar to other manufacturer's approved used scheme ...
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Subaru Legacy Tourer Range EnhancedSubaru Legacy Tourer Range Enhanced
The Subaru Legacy Tourer range has been enhanced by the addition of a new entry-level model. The ES Nav, which costs from £21,995, has a 2.0-litre 150PS petrol engine. This can be teamed with six-speed manual or CVT automatic transmission. These load-luggers reach 62mph in 9.8 and 11.2 seconds respe ...
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Thu, 21 Apr 2011
Sergio Ramos Drops Cup Under a BusSergio Ramos Drops Cup Under a Bus
Spanish football team Real Madrid ended a three-year wait for a trophy, and then proceeded to drop it under their tour bus. Spain’s most treasured football trophy, the Copa del Rey, slipped from the hands of Real Madrid player Sergio Ramos and fell under the front of the slow moving bus. Defen ...
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Audi A1 Wins Multiple AwardsAudi A1 Wins Multiple Awards
The Audi A1 is the first subcompact hatchback Audi has produced, but has collected numerous accolades since it’s arrival on the market late last year, adding Best Small Hatchback Award from car buying website parkers.co.uk. This is Audi’s fourth award of the year for the A1. Awards by Parkers’ ar ...
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New Mercedes-Benz A-Class Concept RevealedNew Mercedes-Benz A-Class Concept Revealed
Hello, hello. What is all this then? Looks like the new Mercedes-Benz A-Class concept. This striking machine immediately stands out from the crowd thanks to its stunning good looks. The low profile roof, long bonnet, sweeping lines, and aggressive stance make this vibrant beauty as attractive as a h ...
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Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible ISRBentley Continental Supersports Convertible ISR
The new Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible ISR made its debut on the Bentley stand at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show. This new model which is limited to just 100 models worldwide is a celebration of the Companys world ice speed record for a convertible car set by Finlands four time world rally ...
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New Aston Martin Virage to debut at Salon PriveNew Aston Martin Virage to debut at Salon Prive
The Aston Martin Virage will make its UK debut at this year’s Salon Prive event at Syon Park. The Aston Martin Virage is the latest example of UK public debuts at Salon Prive.  In 2009, Aston Martin chose Salon Privé to present the first public viewing of its £1 million ‘One-77’.  That same year ...
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New Mazda 2 for just £9995New Mazda 2 for just £9995
The Mazda 2 1.3 TS is currently on offer for just £9995. This three door model includes ABS, air conditioning, airbags, EBD, electric front windows, PAS and remote locking. The interior of the Mazda 2 features a number of design touches such as a glove box with integrated magazine rack. There’s a ...
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Wed, 20 Apr 2011
New Toyota Auris for 2011New Toyota Auris for 2011
A new entry level model for the Toyota Auris range replaces the previous T2. The new Toyota Auris Edition has improved specification with new exterior colours and new look interior trim details. Standard specification inlcudes16-inch alloy wheels, heated, retractable door mirrors that are colour-ma ...
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Peugeot UK launch on TwitterPeugeot UK launch on Twitter
Peugeot UK have launched a new customer service on Twitter, @PeugeotCare. The new channel supplements Peugeots existing telephone and email customer response service. Andrew Goodall, Internet Manager, Peugeot UK says “we have decided to add Twitter as an additional way for our customers to intera ...
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New Porsche Cayenne Diesel gets new engineNew Porsche Cayenne Diesel gets new engine
From June production the Porsche Cayenne Diesel receives a second generation engine offering greater efficiency and lower Co2 emissions. The three litre V6 Diesel engine offered in the Porsche Cayenne retains the same bore and displacement but will deliver 245hp, 5hp more than previously. Co2 emissi ...
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Tue, 19 Apr 2011
Autotrader Website AttackedAutotrader Website Attacked
Automotive website Autotrader.co.uk has been the target of a ‘malicious third-party attack’, the company announced today. The online car selling site issued a statement earlier today which reads: ‘Autotrader.co.uk website has been subject to a malicious third-party attack which has prevented norm ...
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Supermarket Petrol Price WarSupermarket Petrol Price War
Morrison’s is the latest supermarket chain to enter the petrol price war promising shopper’s cheaper fuel. Morrison’s are offering 6p off each litre of petrol or diesel for anyone who spends more than £40.00 in its stores from Monday 18th April. Sainsbury’s and the Co-op have both announced simil ...
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New Generation Volkswagen Beetle revealedNew Generation Volkswagen Beetle revealed
Volkswagen has unveiled the latest Volkswagen Beetle at the Shanghai Motor Show. This new Volkswagen Beetle is longer wider and lower giving it a more masculine and dynamic appearance. These new proportions allow the roof to extend back further; the windscreen is shifted back and the rear section ...
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Man Ironing On The M1Man Ironing On The M1
The closure of the M1 this week caused misery for thousands, although one man saw the funny side to this and decided to do his ironing in the middle lane of the motorway. The unidentified man was wearing a dressing gown and slippers, when he decided to do some ‘extreme’ ironing at 9am on Monday m ...
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BMW Group Achieves Record Sales FiguresBMW Group Achieves Record Sales Figures
The BMW Group, which includes Mini and Rolls-Royce, has recorded its highest single month sales figures in Germany. In March 2011, this prestigious collection of brands sold 165,842 vehicles. This is a 17% increase over the same period last year. This beats the previous best of 152,721 whic ...
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Mon, 18 Apr 2011
New Citroen DS5 AnnouncedNew Citroen DS5 Announced
Citroen have finally revealed their eagerly anticipated third DS model, the Citroen DS5. The five-door hatch is aimed at taking on the Germans at what they do best, Comfort, Refinement, driving experience and innovative technology, something which Citroen seems to have pulled off. The exterior ca ...
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New Seat Ibiza Copa rangeNew Seat Ibiza Copa range
Seat has launched a brand new high value trim level. The new trim level named Copa (the spanish word for cup) is launched in all three Seat Ibiza bodystyles the sporty 3dr SC, the practical 5dr and the capacious ST estate in one designation, SE Copa, and with a simple choice between two of the mo ...
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New Toyota Aygo Ice on sale nowNew Toyota Aygo Ice on sale now
A new version of Toyotas entry model the Toyota Aygo Ice is now on sale. Priced from £9750 the Toyota Aygo Ice is a cool choice for city car customers with fuel consumption at just 61.4mpg. The Toyota Ago Ice is offered in a choice of three metallic paint finishes Dark Forest, Vermillion Red a ...
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New MG6 Rolls off Assembly LineNew MG6 Rolls off Assembly Line
Production of the first all new MG6 has started at MG Motors UK’s factory. The first car was driven off the final assembly line by Lisa Ponter currently the only woman working on the production line. The new MG6 has a 1.8 litre turbocharged petrol engine and available in three trim models and ...
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MotoGP rider Marco Simoncelli visits UKMotoGP rider Marco Simoncelli visits UK
Due to the Japanese round of the World Championship being cancelled, the Italian headed across Europe instead to Dainese’s flagship D-Store. ‘It is my first time in Manchester as before today I’ve only come to England for the Grand Prix at Donington and Silverstone.’ Nicknamed ‘Super Si ...
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Maserati to Enter Indian MarketMaserati to Enter Indian Market
Maserati is spreading its luxurious wings and opening showrooms in India. This economically recovering country's car sales reached 1.87 million in 2010, a 25% increase compared to 2009. Most notably for Maserati, the premium sector grew by a staggering 70%. These figures must be encouraging ...
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F1 Chinese GP Race ResultsF1 Chinese GP Race Results
Lewis Hamilton scored McLaren’s first victory of the 2011 F1 season in Shanghai, China. The British driver drove excellently all race, after a great start which seen both McLaren drivers, Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton overtake Red Bull’s Sebastian Vettel before the first corner after he started o ...
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Sat, 16 Apr 2011
F1 Chinese GP Qualifying ResultsF1 Chinese GP Qualifying Results
We enjoyed a very eventful Formula 1 Qualifying session in China, and just like the first two races of the season, Mclaren and Red Bull were dominant. Renault and Mercedes started Qualifying well with Nico Rosberg setting the benchmark time with Vitaly Petrov only 0.098 of a second behind him. Th ...
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Fri, 15 Apr 2011
Car Thief Drives Through Rail CrossingCar Thief Drives Through Rail Crossing
Cambridgeshire Police have released a video of a high speed car chase where the thief, Terence Fowler, 20 raced through a rail crossing moments before a passing train. The footage was filmed by Police who were chasing the red Mercedes-Benz after an automatic number plate recognition system alerte ...
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Hertz Offer Electric Cars in LondonHertz Offer Electric Cars in London
Rent-a-car company Hertz have added electric cars to their fleet of vehicles in London. Hertz now have two Mitsubishi i-Miev’s available for customers to rent, with plans to add more to its fleets around the UK later in the year. Customers who rent one of the Mitsubishi i-Miev’s will be able to c ...
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Sebastian Vettel Tests InfinitiSebastian Vettel Tests Infiniti
Formula 1 racing driver Sebastian Vettel started his Chinese Grand Prix weekend in Shanghai by test driving two new high performance Infiniti cars round a test circuit. The Red Bull driver took to the wheel of a 5.0-litre V8 Infiniti FX50 and a 3.7-lite V6 Infiniti G37 and amazed spectators by drivi ...
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New Peugeot 508 Exceeds Order ExpectationsNew Peugeot 508 Exceeds Order Expectations
The Peugeot 508 which goes on sale in the UK later this month, just six weeks after the launch in mainland Europe is already being hailed as a success with orders exceeding sales objectives by 20%. The Peugeot 508 has also been developed for the Chinese market and will receive its public launch a ...
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New Ford Ka for just £7372New Ford Ka for just £7372
The new Ford Ka is currently available for just £7372 which is a saving of £1173. This particular model is the Ford Ka Studio 1.2 three door; monthly payments would be approximately £163 per month. There is no road tax to pay on the Ford Ka 1.2 model. The new Ford Ka could be mistaken for a sh ...
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Easter Break could bring Roadside MiseryEaster Break could bring Roadside Misery
Motoring Organisations are predicting this Easter Break will be one of the busiest on the roads for several years. To avoid roadside misery drivers are being reminded to do some simple car maintenance before setting off. TyreSafe the UK’s leading tyre safety organisation say it is particularly ...
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FA Cup Semi-Final Meets Footballers' CarsFA Cup Semi-Final Meets Footballers' Cars
Football fans rejoice. The FA Cup semi-final kicks-off this weekend. This means that various men will spend ninety minutes running around a field. This is crazy. These blokes all have plenty of money for cars so they should not actually run anywhere. Wayne Rooney, for example, has been spot ...
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Thu, 14 Apr 2011
Gumpert Apollo Crash In GermanyGumpert Apollo Crash In Germany
A 20-year-old in Germany has crashed a £275,000 Gumpert Apollo belonging to his father. The supercar is said to be a “total loss”. When the car eventually came to a stop, the driver’s door ended up more than 100ft (30m) away. Police investigating the accident are still trying to determine whether ...
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New Jaguar XF is Top Luxury CarNew Jaguar XF is Top Luxury Car
The Jaguar XF has emerged as the top luxury car in the annual Auto Express Driver Power survey. The Jaguar XF was unveiled in September 2007 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Since the launch of the Jaguar XF the range has benefitted from relentless development with the introduction of a pair of new 3 ...
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New Audi Q3 debuts next month at Shanghai Motor ShowNew Audi Q3 debuts next month at Shanghai Motor Show
The new Audi Q3 will debut at the Shanghai Motor Show next month. Order books open in June and first deliveries in the UK will be start in November. There will be three engines on offer initially, all combining direct fuel injection with turbo charging, the 2.0-litre TFSI petrol unit in 170PS a ...
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Hyundai i10 versus the Peugeot 107Hyundai i10 versus the Peugeot 107
The Hyundai i10 Hatchback is attractively priced, well equipped and nimble around town. Apart from the 1.1 special edition ES model the Hyundai i10 is available with a 1.2 litre engine linked to either a five speed manual or four speed automatic gearbox. The Peugeo ...
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Sebastian Vettel Wins Sensational Malaysian Grand PrixSebastian Vettel Wins Sensational Malaysian Grand Prix
World Champion Sebastian Vettel has piloted his Red Bull to victory in an incident packed Malaysian Grand Prix. The German ace started from pole, carefully managed his tyres and had enough pace to win by a relatively comfortable four seconds. This was despite having intermittent problems wi ...
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Wed, 13 Apr 2011
F1 Marshall Run OverF1 Marshall Run Over
Last weekend was the 2011 Formula 1 Malaysian GP, which was eventful to say the least, with Hamilton and Alonso receiving drive-through penalties and Sebastien Vettel winning again. Although the most memorable event of the weekend was when a race Marshall ran himself over with Vitantonio Liuzzi’s Hi ...
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Use the Highways Agency Live Traffic Cameras To Avoid The Easter Break TrafficUse the Highways Agency Live Traffic Cameras To Avoid The Easter Break Traffic
If you are planning to drive over the Easter break, be sure to check out the Traffic England Website. The Traffic England website is an official highways agency resource, with live traffic information covering England’s motorways and major A-roads. You can view incidents and congestion, roadworks ...
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Saab Spring OffersSaab Spring Offers
Saab is offering some fantastic spring offers including Personal Contract Purchase plans and zero interest finance offers. All the new offers are for a limited period ending on the 4th July. The contract hire plan is open to business and private users with monthly rental costs reduced for all m ...
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Skoda Celebrates Two Top AwardsSkoda Celebrates Two Top Awards
Skoda is celebrating after winning two top awards in the UK’s most important car ownership survey, Auto Express’s Driver Power. Skoda was named Best Manufacturer for the third year in a row and the Skoda Superb was awarded top car in the Driver Power Top 100 chart. The Skoda Yeti was voted second ...
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Citroen C4 versus Seat LeonCitroen C4 versus Seat Leon
The Seat Leon is an attractive family hatchback and has an impressive range of engines, the total includes 19 different versions with nine different engines, five petrol and four Diesel whereas the new Citroen C4 has the new micro hybrid e-Hdi powertrains which ...
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Smart Motorists Find Cheap Petrol StationsSmart Motorists Find Cheap Petrol Stations
Fancy finding some cheap petrol stations? Try PetrolPrices.com. This resource enables motorists to search their local area for the best value fuel. The results, which are frequently updated, are listed by price within a specified geographical area. This information can also be e-mailed to c ...
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Tue, 12 Apr 2011
New Suzuki Swift available on new PCP schemeNew Suzuki Swift available on new PCP scheme
Suzuki have several flexible options available to purchase a Suzuki Swift which is an ideal route for younger buyers or those who simply don’t wish to put a large deposit down for a new car. The new Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) scheme is contracted over 43 monthly payments and applies to the ...
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New Vauxhall Astra with Start/Stop TechnologyNew Vauxhall Astra with Start/Stop Technology
The new Vauxhall Astra 2.0 CDTi Hatch now has added Start/Stop technology. By adding this new technology to the existing Vauxhall Astra 2.0 CDTi Hatch Vauxhall has maintained the models robust performance but reduced its fuel consumption and Co2 emissions. The Vauxhall Astra 2.0 CDTi Start/Stop ...
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Ex-School Mate Confronts Congestion Charge, Toll Roads and EurostarEx-School Mate Confronts Congestion Charge, Toll Roads and Eurostar
Stop the press. My old school friend wants to drive through central London. He also plans to cruise across Wales via its famous toll bridge, then catch a Eurostar train to France. Pretty big news, ey? The problem is that his budget for this summertime road trip is only forty-seven pence. So ...
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Mon, 11 Apr 2011
RS Academy offers driving experience of the New Mono Lightweight SportscarRS Academy offers driving experience of the New Mono Lightweight Sportscar
RS Academy one of Europe’s exclusive track driving car clubs announced it has taken delivery of the very first production Mono Sports cars to enhance its existing fleet of supercars. The two new Monos join a stunning line-up of cars on the RS Academy fleet, including the Ferrari 430 Challenge ...
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New BMW 6 Series Convertible Debuts at Salon PriveNew BMW 6 Series Convertible Debuts at Salon Prive
BMW have confirmed that the new BMW 6 Series Convertible and Coupe will debut at the spectacular supercar event Salon Prive. Salon Prive guests will be given the chance to preview a final production model of the new BMW 6 series Coupe at BMW’s invitation in a special closed room located off the m ...
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Royal Wedding Invite for AudiRoyal Wedding Invite for Audi
Jon Zammett, Head of Public Relations at German car manufacturer Audi has been invited to the Royal Wedding. For more than ten years members of the Royal Family have benefited from Audi’s privileged leasing and ownership deals. The head of PR at Audi has been invited because of the Audi’s long st ...
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Long Distance Driving Tips – Land's End to John O' GroatsLong Distance Driving Tips – Land's End to John O' Groats
Long distance driving can be tremendous fun or more tedious than a primary school musical. To maximise the chances of enjoying themselves - rather than counting the moments until the curtain falls - motorists can follow a few simple steps. The first is to choose a suitable vehicle and ensur ...
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Fri, 08 Apr 2011
New Ford Focus ECOnetic debuts at Amsterdam Motor ShowNew Ford Focus ECOnetic debuts at Amsterdam Motor Show
The new Ford Focus ECOnetic will debut at the Amsterdam Motor Show next month and go on sale in the UK early next year. This new Ford Focus ECOnetic will host a number of advanced technologies that are expected to make it more fuel efficient than any other compact vehicle on the road today in ...
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New Jensen Interceptor R makes debut at Salon PriveNew Jensen Interceptor R makes debut at Salon Prive
The new Jensen Interceptor R makes its public debut at the Salon Prive at the spectacular Syon Park the London home of His Grace, The Duke of Northumberland. The three day celebration of supercars, classic cars and luxury brands takes place one month earlier than previously on 22nd-24th June 2011 ...
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Vauxhall Insignia continues sales successVauxhall Insignia continues sales success
The Vauxhall Insignia continues its sales success as one of only two D-segment cars to feature in the UK’s top ten sales league. Figures issued b y the Society of Motor Manufacturers show that the Vauxhall Insignia was the best selling D-segment car in the first quarter of 2011 with 11,904 sales ...
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Formula 1 2011 – What Have We Learnt So Far?Formula 1 2011 – What Have We Learnt So Far?
The second race of the new Formula 1 season is only days away, so what have we learnt from Australia's opening event? Most obvious is that Red Bull, and Sebastian Vettel in particular, are on mighty form. The reigning champions took pole by a staggering 0.78 seconds and won the race by 22 s ...
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Thu, 07 Apr 2011
Vauxhall celebrate the Royal Wedding with Majestic DealsVauxhall celebrate the Royal Wedding with Majestic Deals
Vauxhall will celebrate the Royal Wedding by offering customers sixteen of its most noble deals on each of the sixteen days leading up to the wedding of the decade. Between April 15th and April 30th any customer visiting a Vauxhall dealer will be granted the choice of sixteen majestic deals on ...
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Spring Offers from ChevroletSpring Offers from Chevrolet
Chevrolet has a number of spring offers and they run until the 30th June. They include savings of up to £3335 on the Chevrolet Cruze compact saloon and massive savings on the Chevrolet Aveo and more >
Seat Celebrate Record MonthSeat Celebrate Record Month
Seat is celebrating some impressive sales and has recorded a record number of new Seats sold in a single month in the UK. Peter Wyhinny, Managing Director of Seat UK, is understandably elated with the sales successes. He said “It will probably come as no surprise to learn that I’m extremely pl ...
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Land Rover Freelander 2 Reaches Monstrous MilestoneLand Rover Freelander 2 Reaches Monstrous Milestone
The 250,000th Land Rover Freelander 2 has just rolled-off the production line in Merseyside. This is clearly a significant milestone for this compact four-wheel-drive machine, although I only counted 3,412 while roaming the streets of Britain. Perhaps this is because roughly seventy per-cen ...
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Wed, 06 Apr 2011
Record sales for Jaguar and Land RoverRecord sales for Jaguar and Land Rover
Jaguar Land Rover announced record breaking sales performances in March. Phil Popham, Group Sales Operations Director said "despite a challenging business environment, Jaguar Land Rover is flourishing on a global scale with March sales reflecting the confidence consumers have in our brands and produ ...
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Sun Seekers Rendezvous With Used BMW 3 Series ConvertibleSun Seekers Rendezvous With Used BMW 3 Series Convertible
The used BMW 3 Series Convertible is more fun than an illicit hotel rendezvous. More good news is that a 2003 example of this prestigious four-seater could be your sun- seeking best friend from only £6,500. This model was produced from 2000 – 2006, so it still looks and feels more or less u ...
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Tue, 05 Apr 2011
Renault Megane and Ford Focus ConvertiblesRenault Megane and Ford Focus Convertibles
If you think a convertible car maybe out of your price range then look at the Renault Megane or Ford Focus. Both are reasonably priced and can give you those moments in the sun. The Renault Megane offers a range of engines including four petrol and three diesel ...
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Peugeot 'Just Add Fuel Offer'Peugeot 'Just Add Fuel Offer'
Peugeot’s latest special offer the Just Add Fuel package condenses all your payments into just one simple one. There are two ways to enjoy the Just Add Fuel package either using the Peugeot Personal Finance Lease programme where you have the option to own the vehicle or for the same or similar mo ...
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Prices announced for the new Range Rover EvoquePrices announced for the new Range Rover Evoque
The new Range Rover Evoque will go on sale in the UK this September. Prices will start from £27,955 for an eD4 Pure five door, six speed manual 2WD model. The 4WD equivalent is priced at £28,705. There is a choice of three engines, two body styles, three design themes and a wide range of options ...
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Great Value Sat-Navs For HolidaymakersGreat Value Sat-Navs For Holidaymakers
Picking the best sat-nav is tricky. After all, what defines 'best' totally depends on your needs. A taxi driver, for example, may want something that sings and dances - whereas occasional motorists might prefer a basic, easy to use, system. Whatever your preference, there are a few things t ...
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British Burglars Target Company Car DriversBritish Burglars Target Company Car Drivers
British burglars are more likely to target properties with Ford Mondeo class company cars parked outside than those with more prestigious vehicles, according to The Sun. In a survey of twenty-four alleged criminals awaiting trial, the consensus was that targeting large houses with expensive ...
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Mon, 04 Apr 2011
Holidaymakers - Best Way to Travel to the AirportHolidaymakers - Best Way to Travel to the Airport
The best way to travel to the airport when flying abroad is.... to walk. This eliminates the eye-watering parking charges that cost more than a Hollywood divorce settlement. For example, leaving your car near Heathrow Terminal 1 for two weeks in May can cost between £89.10 and £141.50. This ...
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New MG6 Born After Sixteen Year PregnancyNew MG6 Born After Sixteen Year Pregnancy
The wait for the new MG6 has been longer than a record breaking tape measure. In fact, this small family car is the first all-new MG for sixteen years. This, as hard-core motoring fans know, is because this historic brand has a history of financial issues that - in the past - made it poorer ...
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Fri, 01 Apr 2011
New Toyota Yaris and Six Months Free FuelNew Toyota Yaris and Six Months Free Fuel
Toyota is offering six months free fuel when customers order a new Toyota Yaris between April 1st and April 30th and register before 30th June. It may be April Fools today but this is offer is no joke! The new Toyota Yaris 1.0 litre VVT-i petrol model returns approximately 55.4 mpg which means th ...
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New Stylish Peugeot 508 on sale this monthNew Stylish Peugeot 508 on sale this month
The new Peugeot 508 is due in the UK this month. The new Peugeot 508 will be powered by a range of engines that benefit from the latest engine technology including Peugeots new e-HDi stop and start system. The new Peugeot 508 will be available in two body styles, a Saloon (with a length of 4.79 m ...
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Citroen DS3 celebrates First BirthdayCitroen DS3 celebrates First Birthday
Citroen DS3 owners from across Europe will celebrate its first year on sale this Saturday with a special event at the Ferte Gaucher circuit near Paris. More than 200 Citroen DS3 owners are expected at the circuit where a multi coloured parade of all personalised Citroen DS3’s will be in attendance. ...
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New Mercedes-Benz B180 BlueEFFICIENCY ReviewNew Mercedes-Benz B180 BlueEFFICIENCY Review
Do you fancy owning a shiny, family focused, Mercedes-Benz? If so, the new Mercedes-Benz B180 BlueEFFICIENCY SE could be right up your street. This machine is spacious, practical, comfortable, great to drive, and sports a badge more fashionable than a super-model's birthday party. These charac ...
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New Mercedes-Benz B180 BlueEFFICIENCY Review
BMW 6 SERIES
£44994
Sport Coupe
2000 miles. 2009(59).		 More Details
New Mercedes-Benz B180 BlueEFFICIENCY Review
MINI ONE
£9950

10488 miles. 2007(07).		 More Details
New Mercedes-Benz B180 BlueEFFICIENCY Review
AUDI A4
£20990
2.0T FSI S Line 4dr
16364 miles. 2010(10).		 More Details
New Mercedes-Benz B180 BlueEFFICIENCY Review
AUDI A5
£23900
A5 Diesel 2.7 TDI S Line 2dr Multitronic
25663 miles. 2010(10).		 More Details
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