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  Top new cars for value and kit
  New cars always come with some kit fitted as standard, but often getting the specification you want can prove very expensive if you have to tick the optional extras list. So here’s...
• Final scrappage orders still to come
  The number of new vehicles registered under the scrappage has totalled 395,500 up to the end of March. This means there are still up to 4,500 customers waiting for their new...
• New eco Fabia will return 83mpg
  Skoda has unveiled the Fabia Combi GreenLine II and Roomster GreenLine II, in a bid to boost its eco-friendly line-up. The models use the second generation of the GreenLine range and...
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  Infiniti confirms pricing for FX30d
  Infiniti has confirmed pricing for the FX30d – the first diesel car in the Japanese car maker’s 20-year history. The Fx30d will start from £45,150 and will be available in four trim...
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  Audi increases prices by 2%
  Audi has confirmed that it will increase prices by 2% across its range. The German car maker has blamed this price increase on currency exchange rates but will offset the...
• Prices rise for new Mazda 6
  The upgraded Mazda 6 is now available in dealer showrooms complete with exterior and interior changes, improved fuel economy but with an increase in price. The 19-strong range features a...
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  New Pathfinder and Navara prices
  Nissan has announced prices for the upgraded Pathfinder and Navara ranges that now feature new diesel engines and stability control as standard. The Navara pick-up starts at £19,807 for the Acenta...
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  Parker's readers vote for Tories
  The Conservative Party would be in power if British motorists got their way, a Parker’s poll has revealed.  The poll that asked Parker’s readers to declare who they would vote for on the...
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  Astra GSI set for 2011 launch
  Vauxhall has delayed launching its flagship Astra GSI and is instead concentrating on the next-generation Astra Sport Tourer estate and a sporty coupe-like three-door Astra. Both are expected to be unveiled this...
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  Range-topping Captiva revealed
  Chevrolet is set to introduce a new top-of-the-range Captiva with new features. On sale now, the LTZ will cost £27,305 for the manual version and £28,630 for the auto with the...
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  Match trim added to Tiguan line-up
  German manufacturer Volkswagen is set to add the Match trim level to the Tiguan model. Previously seen on the Polo, Golf and Touran models, the Match spec will replace the SE trim...
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  Who'll sting you for fuel duty?
  Motorists covering hundreds of miles a week may think that the best party to vote for is the one that’s going to keep fuel duty in check.  So, who’s got form...
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  Has recall work been carried out?
  When you are considering buying a used car it is important you are fully aware of any potential problems. Vehicle records agency VOSA regularly issues recalls for models where issues have been reported.  As well...
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  Prices confirmed for Renault vans
  Renault has announced the pricing and specification for the Kangoo Van Maxi and the Trafic Phase 3. Pricing for the Kangoo Van Maxi will start from £12,590 excluding VAT and...
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  £17k for Alfa Romeo Giulietta
  The stylish new Alfa Romeo Giulietta will cost buyers less than a Ford Focus when it goes on sale in July. Entry level 1.4-litre petrol models in Turismo trim will start...
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  Election 2010: the regional parties
  Election 2010 – Regional battles In this, the second part of our Election 2010 Special, we take a look at the regional parties’ manifesto to see what they have planned...
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  Election: who's for the motorist?
  As the 2010 General Election looms and there seems to be no clear favourite as we enter the final stages, but who’s going to benefit you, the motorist, the most? Motorists...
• Ford makes Fiesta even greener
  Ford has reduced CO2 emissions and added more kit to the popular Fiesta range. Under the bonnet, Ford has reduced the CO2 output on three engines. The 80bhp 1.25-litre now...
• First drive: Peugeot iOn
  French maker Peugeot has made a bee-line for car buyers with a green conscience with the launch of its iOn, a zero-emissions electrically powered car due for launch in autumn this...
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  Merc G-Class to make UK return
  It’s been ten years since the G-Class was on sale in the UK, but Mercedes-Benz has announced that the luxury off-roader will be returning this autumn. Things haven’t really changed on...