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Ford Focus 1.6TDCi: first driveWe have already driven the 2.0-litre TDCi version of the latest Focus but this time around we climbed aboard a lower-powered diesel model. This version, the 113bhp 1.6-litre TDCi, still pulls well low-down thanks to a healthly...25 Mar 2011 -
1p cut won't transfer to pumpsUK motorists are unlikely to see any price cuts at the pumps following the 1p reduction in fuel duty because the wholesale price of oil is still rising. The RMI Petrol Retailers...24 Mar 2011 -
Budget 2011: AMAP rate increaseAn AMAP rate increase for company car drivers was announced in 2011 Budget. The tax-free mileage AMAP – or Approved Mileage Allowance Payments – reimbursement rate for workers using their...24 Mar 2011 -
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Budget 2011: company car taxThe Budget announced this week outlined a number of changes to the current company car tax system. But what exactly are the changes and what does it all mean for the...24 Mar 2011 -
What the Budget means for youThere was some respite for motorists in the latest Budget announcement as the Chancellor looked to lower the ever-increasing price of fuel. The planned inflation rise in fuel duty due in...23 Mar 2011 -
The 2011 budget: What's changed?The 2011 budget was announced today by Chancellor George Osborne and it contained changes that will affect both private and company motorists. Firstly, in an effort to encourage business to use...23 Mar 2011 -
Budget 2011 as it happenedThe Budget – as it happened: 12:34 – Chancellor, George Osborne: “Budget is about reforming the economy and helping families with the cost of living and oil prices.” 12:35 Osborne claims this latest...23 Mar 2011
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Kia Rio: first driveKia’s Rio has been a success story with 900,000 cars sold worldwide but rather than take its customers for granted the Korean car maker has reinvigorated its popular hatchback by...22 Mar 2011 -
Mercedes C-Class saloon: first driveAround 2,000 new parts have been introduced on the facelifted C-Class as Mercedes-Benz seeks to take on the might of the BMW 3-Series and the Audi A4. Although it’s supposed to be a minor refresh, the...22 Mar 2011 -
Mazda5 on a skiing tripThe skiing season is coming to an end and for those still thinking of shleping down to the Alps for a last-minute weekend of action you could do no worse...21 Mar 2011 -
Get a brand-new Octavia for £10,995Skoda is selling 2,000 Octavia 1.6-litre MPI models for £10,995 – saving buyers £3,735 off the recommended list price. The Octavia – in 1.2 TSI S guise – took the win for the Family Car category in...18 Mar 2011 -
Hyundai relieves ix35 waiting listDemand for 2.0-litre diesel versions of Hyundai’s popular ix35 has outstripped supply, leading to an extensive waiting list. To relieve pressure, Hyundai has taken the unusual step of offering the 200...18 Mar 2011