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Big audio for Smart special editionSmart has launched a new special edition version of its Fortwo city car that has been created to appeal to audiophiles. Called the Fortwo ICE (in car entertainment) edition the new...30 Jun 2010
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MINI range gets mild makeoverMINI has given its Clubman, Convertible and Hatch a mild refresh in time for the plate changes in September. The manufacturer faces stiffer competition from rivals like the Audi A1, Fiat...28 Jun 2010
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Mazda unveils people carrier detailsMazda has revealed more details of the new 5 model including engine performance figures and equipment details. The Mazda5 will run a new 2.0-litre petrol engine fitted with stop/start technolog, called i-stop. The company claims it...28 Jun 2010
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The Budget: more insurance woeThis week’s Emergency Budget was bad news for motorists: the government’s 2.5% VAT rise grabbed the headlines but under the news radar was a 1% increase in the standard Insurance Premium...23 Jun 2010
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2010 Emergency BudgetParker’s brings you the full details of the 2010 Emergency Budget and how it will affect you and your car. We keep you updated with live coverage from the House of...22 Jun 2010
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Ford Fiesta: I am the passengerTaking on our cars for a number of months often means we never actually get to be passengers in them – especially in the back. And it’s not as if...22 Jun 2010
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Tolls to stay at Dartford CrossingThe new coalition government is planning a U-turn on a previous Conservative government policy that planned to scrap tolls at the Dartford Crossing next year. Currently drivers who use the crossing between 6am and...21 Jun 2010
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No new money for speed camerasThe government has confirmed that will not set aside any additional funding for speed cameras on the UK’s road network but said local authorities can still spend money on the safety...21 Jun 2010
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Volvo C30 DRIVe: Clean livingI’m always suspicious of automated car washes for three very good reasons: 1) I always worry about the effects it might have on the paintwork 2) I always forget to...18 Jun 2010
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Insurance-friendly cars - city carsWhen 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...18 Jun 2010
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SEAT unwraps Leon Cupra RSEAT has unveiled the new 261bhp Leon Cupra R – a 2.0-litre hot hatch capable of 0-62mph in 6.2 seconds. As well as impressive acceleration the four-cylinder turbo charged 16-valve...18 Jun 2010
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Renault Clio Gordini pricesRenault has announced prices for its Renault Clio Gordini 200 – a special edition based on the Renaultsport 200 Clio. The Gordini Clio is priced at £19,650 and it follows on...17 Jun 2010