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  Don't tick that box - extras to avoid
  Ceramic brakes Probably only appropriate on expensive supercars but in the main, it’s difficult to justify the outlay, unless you are a regular track dayer. Let’s take the Audi RS5 as an example. Ceramic brakes will cost £6,000 and if...
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  Concept points to future VW model
  Volkswagen has revealed an electric taxi concept based on the Up! city car. As well as showcasing the smallest model set to join the manufacturer’s model line-up, the concept is also...
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  Electric car grant sparks in to life
  The government has announced the cars that will be eligible for the electric car grant set to begin from January 1, 2011. Potential buyers will be entitled to up to 25%...
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  Don't skimp on servicing
  In a recent poll by Parker’s almost a quarter of respondents said they had stopped servicing their car to save money. The recession has forced households to look at every area...
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  First drive: Honda Jazz IMA 1.3 CVT
  At a glance little has changed for the revised Honda Jazz. This new model, due out in February, looks much like the last one but delve beneath the surface and you’ll realise Honda is pushing...
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  Motorists cut servicing to save cash
  A survey by Parker’s has shown that almost a quarter of motorists have stopped servicing their cars in order to save cash. In our poll 23% of people responded say...
• Nissan Leaf PCP scheme available
  The electrically powered Nissan Leaf plug-in will be available on a personal contract plan and the Japanese manufacturer claims its customers will pay the same in monthly finance as a...
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  Top 11 registrations
  Tomorrow you’ll be able to buy the new ‘11′ car registration numbers, opening up myriad possibilities of combinations for your next private plate. We’ve scoured the DVLA website for the...
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  New car sales exceed expectations
  New car sales may have fallen by less than expected but November marks the fifth consecutive month of decline. Sales dropped by 11.5%, to 139,875 cars, ahead of the previously predicted figure of...
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  Limited edition Freelander launched
  A limited edition Land Rover Freelander has been announced which features new trim and styling. On the outside it gets a black finish to the grille and side vents, a new...
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  Toyota reveals Prius problems
  Toyota has announced that up to 15,500 Prius models in the UK could be affected by a faulty coolant pump – but insists the issue is not a safety recall. The...
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  Honda refreshes the Jazz
  Honda’s Jazz has been updated with changes to the looks, ride and options, as well as an all-new hybrid model. The new hybrid version has an average fuel consumption of 62.8mpg and...
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  Motorists scrimp on servicing
  Motorists are reducing car running costs by scrimping on servicing, says a national service centre chain. Rory Carlin, marketing director of Halfords Autocentre (formerly Nationwide Autocentre), says: “There is some...
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  Ten of the best: Winter wonders
  1. Land Rover Discovery (04 on) WHAT IS IT? The Discovery was a huge leap forward over previous models for Land Rover, offering refinement, space and on and off-road capability. The whole...
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  Corsa revamped for 2011
  Vauxhall has released details and pictures of the facelifted Corsa, which will arrive in February next year. It features a new chrome grille, redesigned Vauxhall badging, a re-styled front bumper, chrome-finished...
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  Jeep's Patriot gets a new engine
  Jeep has announced a new diesel engine for the Patriot 4x4. The current 2.0-litre diesel, which is sourced from Volkswagen, has been replaced with a more modern 2.2-litre diesel from Mercedes-Benz. The...
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  VW introduces more frugal models
  Volkswagen has unveiled the cleanest and most efficient versions of the Scirocco and Passat CC yet, in the form of new BlueMotion Technology models. All entry-level Scirocco and GT trim models...
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  DAB switch will kill 25m car radios
  An investigation by sister publication CAR Magazine has revealed that eight out of 10 car radios in Britain won’t work after the planned digital switchover in 2015. The Government currently plans...
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  Top ten for 2011
  With the New Year approaching quickly, it seems 2010 has been a vintage year for the car industry. Highlighted by an optimistic Paris Motor Show and a host of new cars...
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  Renault extends Gordini range
  Renault has released a new Gordini edition of the Twingo. The Twingo Gordini 100, costing £11,395, is £3,105 cheaper than the more poweful 133 model and to differentiate it from the normal Twingo it...