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  Merc C-Class saloon: first drive
  Around 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 refresh
  Vauxhall 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 2011
  Less 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 Awards
  Parkers 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 hatchbacks
  Sometimes 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 Fortwo
  Smart 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 TTiD
  For 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 coupe
  Volvo 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
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  Infiniti EX30d first drive
  Infiniti’s EX30d is an interesting proposition – a premium crossover with bundles of standard kit and a thirsty diesel engine. Can it take sales from Audi and BMW? The EX is a similar size...
  10 Mar 2011
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  Mazda3: Fuel Economy
  Recently I’ve really noticed is how efficient – or not – the ‘3 is. I’ve been averaging around 25mpg during normal driving conditions recently, which isn’t exactly great considering the...
  9 Mar 2011
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  Peugeot 5008: takes on sliding doors
  Sometimes sticking with convention can be a good thing, after all, it is tried and tested and you know where you stand. In the world of people carriers wide opening...
  9 Mar 2011
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  A guide to economical driving
  Driving economically is more important than ever in today’s culture. It has the capacity not only to save you money, but to help the environment at the same time.   The following guide...
  9 Mar 2011