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July new car sales shock as buyers flock to HyundaiMore car buyers bought a Hyundai in July than almost any other car make. The manufacturer sold 5353 cars, second only to Ford that sold 8511. It’s the first time that the company have...6 Aug 2009
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Used car price rises make small cars more expensive than everA year of rising used car values means that small car buyers are paying more than ever before. Latest research by Parker’s shows that the values of small cars have been on...5 Aug 2009
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Shopping around for insurance has never been more importantComparing the cost of car insurance has never been more important as the price of premiums continue to rise in 2009. Prices went up at their fastest rate in nearly 10...30 Jul 2009
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Honda Civic: Takes on alternativesAs a small family hatchback, the Civic is in a very competitive market. There’s a huge choice of cars for buyers to consider ranging from value makes like the Kia Ceed up...29 Jul 2009
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BMW 3-Series Touring: GoodbyeAfter six months and more than 10,000 miles, the 3-Series has proved itself an accomplished car. In its Touring guise, it is at its most versatile. So it is sad...28 Jul 2009
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BMW 3-Series Touring: Running costsOne of the surprises in running the 320d has been the running costs – or rather the lack of them. Admittedly, the fuel consumption figures have not been as impressive as the...28 Jul 2009
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BMW 3-Series Touring: Quality touchesMost facelifts tend to be little more than an excuse to remarket a car when very little has actually changed. The design touches, though, can really enhance a car’s appeal...28 Jul 2009
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BMW 3-Series Touring: BMW takes on BMWOne of the surprises in running the 318d saloon was how good the diesel felt to drive. It is the same 2.0-litre engine as in the 320d but tuned for...28 Jul 2009
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BMW 3-Series Touring: Options equal expenseSmarting from losing on the performance front, Simon challenged me on the grounds of value for money. Given that both cars are premium, family estates and both are powered by...28 Jul 2009
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BMW 3-Series Touring: Germany versus SwedenTime for a face-off. Simon Harris, Parker’s consumer editor, is running a Volvo V50 2.0-litre diesel – an direct alternative for anyone considering a premium, family estate. We swaped keys to...28 Jul 2009
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BMW 3-Series Touring: Capacious and versatileOne of the frustrations I had with the 3-Series saloon was its lack of versatility. Even though the boot size was half-decent (I could pack a family’s worth of luggage in...28 Jul 2009
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BMW 3-Series Touring: Being SuperbBMW has an enviable reputation for producing premium cars that have a strong emotive appeal for prospective car buyers and company car drivers alike. And plenty of up and coming brands are...28 Jul 2009