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Don't skimp on servicingIn 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 CVTAt 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 cashA 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...
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Nissan Leaf PCP scheme availableThe 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 registrationsTomorrow 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 expectationsNew 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 launchedA 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 problemsToyota 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 JazzHonda’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 servicingMotorists 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 wonders1. 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 2011Vauxhall 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 engineJeep 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 modelsVolkswagen 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 radiosAn 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 2011With 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 rangeRenault 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...
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Land Rover reveals special editionsLand Rover is to introduce special edition versions of the Discovery 4 that are available in black or white contrasting colour schemes. The Landmark model includes a high-specification leather interior in...
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Volvo announce new optionsVolvo has announced a range of new engines for a large number of models, along with equipment upgrades for the XC60. These options bolster its line-up which will be further expanded...
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Porsche reveals lightweight CaymanPorsche has improved its Cayman coupe by making it lighter and more powerful. This new model is the third in the range, joining the Cayman and Cayman S. It weighs 1295kg, 55kg less than...
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