Parkers
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Mazda6: First thoughtsI have opted for the 2.2-litre diesel TS2 version of the Mazda6, as I’m hoping it will prove the best compromise between fun and practicality, performance and economy, as well...6 Jul 2009
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Skoda Fabia: on the clockIn little under four months, I’ve managed to put 4,000 miles onto the Fabia. In that time I’ve tackled all kinds of driving, from long motorway trips up and down...1 Jul 2009
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Skoda Fabia: takes the heatLate June and early July has seen the temperature soar – some days have been up to 34 degrees. This was a real problem for the car I had this time last year...30 Jun 2009
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Ford set to put up prices againFord has announced it will increase the price across its entire range of cars for the third time this year. From July 1, the manufacturer will put up the cost by an...24 Jun 2009
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TOTAL offers free breakdown coverDrivers can get 14 days of free breakdown cover – including home recovery – from TOTAL just by filling up with fuel. The free policy will cover the car when travelling around...19 Jun 2009
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Suzuki Splash: vs AgilaI’ve been running the Splash for four months and in all that time I’ve actually seen very few on the roads. More often than not, what I think is a Suzuki Splash is in fact a Vauxhall Agila. That’s...15 Jun 2009
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Top safety scores for small carsSmall cars have been given top safety ratings in the latest Euro NCAP crash test results. Out of the six cars tested – which include the new Kia Soul and Peugeot 3008 – five received...8 Jun 2009
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New car sales down as scrappage scheme does little to slow the slumpLatest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) show that the first full month of sales under the Government’s scrappage scheme has failed to halt the decline of...6 Jun 2009
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New car sales down in May as cash-for-scrap plan gets up and runningNew car sales fell again for the 13th consecutive in May as the scrappage incentive finally got going. Official figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) showed that in May just...4 Jun 2009
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Volvo V50: Drink problemThirst is not something I thought I’d be discussing in one of my updates on the Volvo V50, but this isn’t a thirst for fuel. The V50 has been achieving a...2 Jun 2009
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Volvo V50: Punchy performanceMy Volvo feels quick. Surprisingly so, in fact. It has also been commented on by work colleagues who have used the car for the occasional long run have also been...1 Jun 2009
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Honda Civic: Easy iPod connectionIt’s rare to find many people who don’t own an iPod (or some form of generic MP3 player). Being able to carry round thousands of songs in something so small...28 May 2009