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Mazda2 facelift: first driveThe Mazda2 has always been trying to emulate the success of the Ford Fiesta. The Fiesta has always been a popular car but the Japanese maker is keen to play catch-up with the revised...3 Nov 2010
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Fiat 500 TwinAir: first driveFiat has put the driving fun into eco motoring thanks to the 500 TwinAir. The 500 uses an 875cc two-cylinder engine, reputed to be the cleanest mass-produced petrol engine in the...2 Nov 2010
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Third party v fully compFully comprehensive insurance policies are often cheaper than third-party policies, a Parker’s investigation has revealed. For many years drivers have sought to cut their premiums by trying to decrease their...2 Nov 2010
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New Espace: more kit, cheaper priceRenault’s revised Espace and Grand Espace come with more kit, cleaner engines and a cheaper price tag. Both people carriers now come with LED running lights, new headlights and a new...1 Nov 2010
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Personal shopper for car buyersParker’s has launched a new service to help used car buyers find their ideal car quickly and easily. The service, provided by Outside Lane, does all the hunting for a...29 Oct 2010
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Citroen unwraps special C3 PicassoThe Citroen C3 Picasso range has been upgraded with cleaner, more efficient, engines and a special model called the BLACKCHERRY. Based on the VTR+ model, it’s powered by a 1.6-litre diesel engine...28 Oct 2010
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Peugeot unveils special edition 207Peugeot’s 207 hatchback has received a minor revamp in the form of a special edition called the ‘Sportium’. The car, based on the previous ‘Millesim’ special edition, comes with six airbags, electric windows,...27 Oct 2010
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Citroen updates C5 rangeThe Citroen C5 range has received some midlife updates that include minor cosmetic changes as well as more efficient engines and the addition of the eTouch emergency system. There have been updates to all of the engines...26 Oct 2010
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Hyundai recalls Santa Fe and TrajetHyundai has initiated a recall for its first-generation Santa Fe models and Trajets. The manufacturer has revealed that corrison may affect components in the rear suspension and potentially weaken the rear...25 Oct 2010
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Lexus announces voluntary recallLexus has launched two voluntary recalls in the UK which affect the IS, GS and RX models. Owners are currently being contacted by letter to advise them to take their vehicle to a...21 Oct 2010
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Nissan unleashes the 2011 GT-RNissan has unveiled the updated 2011 GT-R that features more power, improved aerodynamics and better fuel economy. It still uses the 3.8-litre twin-turbocharged V6 but now it churns out 523bhp – an increase of 52bhp....19 Oct 2010
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New VW Passat pricing announcedVolkswagen has announced an aggressive pricing policy for its new Passat saloon with the range starting at £18,470. The idea is to take the family saloon market by the scruff of the neck. Its entry...19 Oct 2010