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  Crash tests lead to safety scare
  Five new family cars have been put through the latest Euro NCAP safety test with only one scoring the maximum five stars. While the Toyota Verso got the top safety rating, the Nissan Cube,...
  3 Mar 2010
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  Fuel economy figures
  Something that I’ve talked about previously is that hitting the manufacturers estimated MPG figures should save you money in the long run as you won’t have to fill up with...
  22 Feb 2010
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  Renault Megane Coupe: Coupe alternatives
  To make it more than simply a three-door version of the hatchback, Renault has added the ‘Coupe’ name to the sportier Megane. And this puts it into a slightly different...
  17 Feb 2010
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  Renault Megane Coupe: quality interior?
  One of the main criticisms of previous Renault models is aimed towards their rather flimsy feeling interiors. When judging quality, most people’s first perception comes from the behind the wheel. After all, it’s...
  17 Feb 2010
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  Renault Megane Coupe: equipment and options
  We chose a mid-level Dynamique TomTom version of the Megane Coupe in the striking Capsicum Red paintwork, which although non-metallic, really suits the sleek look of the Renault.  Prices start at...
  17 Feb 2010
• Suzuki Grand Vitara: Four-wheel drive
  Is it me or is there less of a stigma about driving a 4x4 these days? It’s possibly something that was more relevant to larger 4x4s than the compact Suzuki Grand...
  15 Feb 2010
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  Renault Megane Coupe: Good looking
    The previous Renault Megane may not have been the best hatchback around, but it certainly had a unique style, especially the rear with its angular tailgate. So the 2008 Megane...
  15 Feb 2010
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  Ford Focus ECOnetic: accessible information
  Unlike the Mazda6 that we previously had, the trip computer on the Ford Focus is easy to find and use. By just using the toggle on the indicator stalk you...
  2 Feb 2010
• Ford Focus ECOnetic: costs
  Throughout my time with the Focus I’ve spoke about how the Econetic is pitched as the ‘big money saver’ compared to other ordinary models in the range. I decided that...
  2 Feb 2010
• V70 and S80 DRIVe go greener
  Volvo has made two of its cars even greener by lowering emissions on the V70 and S80 DRIVe models. The two new versions now both emit 119g/km of CO2, meaning they...
  2 Feb 2010
• Renault's new roadster
  Renault has revealed the first pictures of its new two-seater roadster – called Wind. The new model, which is only a smidgeon shorter than a Clio supermini, features an electrically-operated folding...
  2 Feb 2010
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  Safety recall for popular Honda Jazz
  Honda is recalling its popular Jazz as faulty electrics could cause a fire. The recall affects 171,372 UK Jazz models in the UK made between 2002 and 2008. World-wide the number of...
  1 Feb 2010