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Peugeot 4007 4x4 gains slick-shifting diesel autoPeugeot has launched an automatic version of its diesel 4007 with similar CO2 emissions to the manual. The 4007 2.2 HDi DCS uses a dual-clutch gearbox similar to Volkswagen’s DSG, which...3 May 2024
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Is diesel better than petrol?That last big shake-up for the company car tax rules was back in 2002. Out went the old system of taxing on the car’s P11D value and mileage and in came...3 May 2024 -
Diesel auto CR-V loses out to petrol with higher BIK taxHonda’s revised CR-V is now available to order with a new diesel engine and auto option, but the petrol automatic offers lower BIK tax. The 2.2-litre i-DTEC engine was introduced on...3 May 2024
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Bluetooth and nav for PassatA new range-topping model has been added to the Volkswagen Passat range with standard satellite navigation and Bluetooth connectivity with a touchscreen adaptor. The Highline Plus comes with a chrome grille surround...3 May 2024
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Opting out and choosing cashUnder a ‘cash for car’ scheme, employees can choose to finance their own car to avoid company car tax, with employers refunding business mileage at an agreed rate. But calculating a...3 May 2024 -
Cube to tempt user choosersNissan has introduced one of its iconic cars in the UK that had previously been reserved for far eastern markets. The Cube is a five-seat compact car that, the company says,...3 May 2024
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Fresher Volvo C30 gets sports and style optionsThe Volvo C30 is likely to become a more enticing company car choice from next year with a fresher look and the options of a sports chassis and styling kit. The hatchback’s...3 May 2024 -
New VW is quieter with better mpgVolkswagen has revealed the latest version of its Transporter van range due to be launched in the UK in January 2010. The Transporter is Volkswagen’s best-selling commercial vehicle in the UK...3 May 2024
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New Volkswagen Amarok unveiledThis is Volkswagen’s first purpose built pick-up truck and it will be in the UK by September. The Amarok will initially be available as a double-cab, but single-cab versions will follow...3 May 2024
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BIK tax levels confirmed for 2012Company car tax bands will tighten over the next few years and will be graduated between 100g/km and 120g/km from 2012. It means any driver choosing a company car with emissions...3 May 2024 -
Sharper looks and lower emissions from new Golf wagonA new-look Volkswagen Golf estate arrives in showrooms next month with lower CO2, sharper styling and the promise of reduced company car tax bills. The estate has been restyled to give...3 May 2024
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Greener Focus heralds Ford's auto-start-stopFord is joining the sub-100g/km club with a full-size family car equipped with automatic start-stop technology. Ford has taken the current Focus Econetic 1.6-litre diesel TDCi, introduced in early 2008, and made a...3 May 2024