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Revised Mazda gains diesel powerMazda is switching to diesel power for the latest version of its CX-7, reducing company car tax liability. On sale from November 1, the CX-7 uses the 2.2-litre turbocharged diesel found...3 May 2024
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Lower CO2 from new C5 enginesCitroën is boosting the power of its diesel C5s while cutting CO2 emissions, as well as introducing a new turbo petrol model. A 160bhp 2.0 HDi diesel has replaced both the 140bhp...3 May 2024
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VW launches next generation BlueMotionVolkswagen’s second-generation BlueMotion models could save Passat drivers money through a lower BIK tax rate. Due on sale early in 2010, the Polo, Golf and Passat will be offered with new...3 May 2024
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Kia's bids for fleet business with EcoDynamicsKia is hoping to win over more user choosers with the latest low-CO2 emission version of the Ceed. Badged EcoDynamics, the special version of the 1.6-litre diesel Ceed features automatic stop-start technology...3 May 2024
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How CO2 emissions are measuredAnyone choosing a new car could be forgiven for thinking official tests carried out to determine a car’s CO2 output are nothing other than impartial and accurate. This couldn’t be...3 May 2024 -
Renault courts user choosers with hot MéganeRenault is hoping user choosers will be tempted by its latest hot Mégane thanks to its low CO2 output relative to its power. The Mégane Renaultsport 250, on sale from November...3 May 2024
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Vauxhall launches low-CO2 ecoFLEX version of Insignia estateVauxhall has launched low-emission versions of the Vauxhall Insignia Sports Tourer which results in lower benefit-in-kind tax bills compared with standard models. The new models, badged ecoFLEX, are available on 160bhp...3 May 2024
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Which new 'green' cars offer lower tax and save you money?There are more ‘greener’ cars on the market than ever, but it might be surprising to learn that not all will save company car drivers money. Current benefit in kind tax...3 May 2024 -
Ford's new C-MAX appeals to families big and smallFord has launched two new versions of its C-MAX designed to appeal to company car drivers with families. The existing five-seat C-MAX gets a more stylish new look and improved...3 May 2024 -
Modest BIK tax bills from fastest ever Volkswagen GolfVolkswagen is launching the most powerful and fastest ever Golf – and the good news for user choosers is its relatively low emissions. The Golf R uses an uprated version of...3 May 2024 -
New diesel completes Cruze rangeChevrolet has launched 125bhp diesel versions of its Cruze saloon in a bid to win over more company car drivers. The 125bhp version of the 2.0 VDCi engine is available in...3 May 2024
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No BIK tax on electric carsCompany car drivers could take advantage of a five-year exemption from BIK tax on their vehicle by choosing electric in 2010. The announcement came in the pre-budget report and will apply...3 May 2024