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Skoda Yeti: in from the wildSince the Nissan Qashqai went on sale back in 2007, more and more manufacturers have joined the battle for the best crossover. Peugeot has the 3008, Hyundai has ix35 and...21 Jul 2010
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Insurance-friendly hatchbacksWhen you go to buy a car do you really pay close attention to its insurance group? If you have settled on the type of car you are after it’s fair...21 Jul 2010
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AA blasts CO2-based parking plansLocal authorities are being urged not to introduce CO2 emissions-based parking schemes following Richmond council’s decision to scrap its scheme. Richmond council pioneered the idea, but decided to scrap what was regarded...21 Jul 2010
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Further calls for road pricingThere have been more calls for drivers to be charged to use UK roads. A pay-as-you-go road scheme is needed to guarantee funds and limit traffic growth, according to Professor Glaister,...21 Jul 2010
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Greener Grand Voyager introducedA cleaner, greener Chrysler Grand Voyager is now available with reduced CO2 emissions, cheaper road tax and better fuel economy. Emissions have been reduced by 10% on the 2.8-litre turbo diesel...21 Jul 2010
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Renault launches summer saleRenault is introducing a new entry level trim on its Megane range that, with a special summer discount scheme, could mean savings of up to £3,000. The Generation Megane replaces the...21 Jul 2010
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Suzuki Grand Vitara: off-road coloursThe current crop of 4x4s is increasingly set up to provide the driving experience of a normal hatchback. So there’s little lean in corners and the car tackles twisty roads...20 Jul 2010
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Insurance premiums rocketFraud is being blamed for fastest ever rise in car insurance premiums, according to a new report from the AA. Over the last quarter premiums rocketed by more than 11% –...16 Jul 2010
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Renault Megane Coupe: reliable stablemateRenault has had problems with reliability in the past so I’m pleased to report our Megane has been trouble-free so far. To prove this I asked for a car with a healthy amount...15 Jul 2010
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Top five fake 4x4sNews that the new Range Rover Evoque will come with a two-wheel drive option may shock the brand purists, but fake 4x4s are nothing new. Then there’s Nissan’s funky looking...15 Jul 2010
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VW introduces fixed-price servicingVolkswagen has introduced a fixed-price maintenance scheme for cars between three and 10 years old. There are now set prices for servicing, MOT testing and cosmetic repairs, available for the majority...15 Jul 2010
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Vauxhall offers Corsa for £7,995Vauxhall is offering a new raft of savings including a discount of more than £3,000 on its Corsa hatchback under a 14-day special deal lasting from July 17-31. The Corsa S 1.0-litre...15 Jul 2010