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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
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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
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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
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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
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Merc C-Class saloon: first driveAround 2,000 new components 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...17 Mar 2011
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Finishing touches for Corsa refreshVauxhall has given its Corsa a bit of a wash and brush-up in order to cement the continuing popularity of this small, but practical hatchback One of the most significant advances of these final touches is...17 Mar 2011
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New Eco Car Award winner 2011Less than £18,000: Honda Jazz 1.3 IMA HE Hybrid CVT WHAT IS IT? The hybrid Jazz looks identical to its conventional equivalent but underneath the skin it’s quite different. It’s the first...16 Mar 2011
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Parkers launches New Car AwardsParkers announced its first ever New Car Awards that celebrate the cars that make your cash go further. The Awards are based on robust scientific research and the findings will be vital...15 Mar 2011
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Top five premium hatchbacksSometimes company car drivers like a few creature comforts and a bit of style when choosing their cars. A premium hatchback has both of these, yet can still be affordable...14 Mar 2011
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Smart reveals special edition FortwoSmart has squeezed more life out of the Fortwo by revealing a special edition called the nightorange. Limited to a production run of just 235 cars, the nightorange gets vivid orange paintwork...14 Mar 2011
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First drive: Saab 9-3 1.9 TTiDFor a car that has been around since the dawn of time – we jest – the Saab 9-3 is actually something of a guilty pleasure and an interesting, yet relatively cheap to...11 Mar 2011
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Volvo cuts price of C30 coupeVolvo has reduced the entry-level price of its C30 coupe to £14,995. Originally the standard 2.0-litre version would have started at £16,295 – but the new price will save you £1,300 over...10 Mar 2011