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  Why are CO2 emissions important?
  There’s been a great deal of talk about carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions over recent years, especially in conjunction with rising car tax costs, but what does it all actually mean...
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  Owners’ Review Champions – Coupes
  Whether you simply want to make a statement or don’t transport rear seat passengers around too frequently, coupes are an effective way of exhibiting flair on the roads. Usually based on...
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  Citroen DS range set for premium sales push
  Citroen chose the inaugural London Classic Car Show to celebrate 60 years since the introduction of its iconic DS model and further outline how its modern DS ranges will be...
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  New car registrations in UK reach ten-year high
  New car registrations in the UK reached a ten year high in 2014, returning to pre-recession levels, according to figures released today. The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) said...
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  BMW 6 Series updated for 2015
  BMW is set to publically unveil the 2015 6 Series at Detroit’s NAIAS (North American International Auto Show) next month. The minor exterior restyling has been complemented with further enhancements...
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  Fancy a chance to win £1000?
  PRIZE DRAW IS NOW CLOSED Choosing the right car may seem like impossibility with so much choice. How do you find the right car that can cope with the kids jumping...
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  Owners’ Review Champions – Estates
  Judging by the number of estate cars reviewed by Parkers’ readers, it seems the station wagon’s popularity continues to glisten. Offering more practicality than both their saloon and hatchback counterparts, estates...
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  Guide to Greener Motoring
  With so much focus on climate change and reducing the amount of harmful gases released into the air, there’s been a real push over the past few years to cut...
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  Owners’ Review Champions – Convertibles
  Cabriolets, convertibles, soft tops, rag tops, drop heads or roadsters, call them what you will – Britons buy more open-topped cars per head than any other nation. Perhaps it’s because our...
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  Peugeot Quartz concept to be unveiled at Paris
  Peugeot has released initial images of a new crossover concept called the Quartz. The car showcases a range of innovations including parts made of a recycled, digitally woven textile. Based...
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  Owners' Review Champions - City Cars
  When considering your next car, many of you like to complement our thorough road tests and reviews with the thoughts of our readers in the Owners’ Reviews section. How have...
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  Aston Martin announces Vanquish and Rapide for 2015
  Aston Martin has revealed a myriad of changes to the Vanquish and Rapide S for 2015, including the introduction of an eight speed automatic gearbox. The company believes that they will...
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  Aston Martin V12 Vantage S Roadster to debut at Pebble Beach
  Following the success of the coupe version, Aston Martin has announced that its new V12 Vantage S Roadster will make its debut at Pebble Beach in mid-August. The asking price...
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  Citroen unveils latest DS3 Cabrio by Benefit
  Working in conjunction with the Benefit cosmetics company, Citroen has unveiled its new DS3 Cabrio DStyle by Benefit. On sale from 1 August, costing £18,745, the latest production by the French car...
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  Mazda 3 Fastback preview
  The Mazda3 Fastback is the Japanese firm’s interpretation of a re-emerging trend for taking a hatchback and turning it into a booted saloon. Its rivals include the Audi A3 saloon and...
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  Owners' Review Champions - Family Hatchbacks
  When you’re looking for your next car, finding out what existing owners and drivers think of them is useful. That’s where Parkers Owners’ Reviews come in. This year’s proving busy in...
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  Owners' Review Champions: Saloons
  Parkers Owners’ Reviews are a great way to find out what people think of the cars they have bought. After all, they’ve parted with their hard-earned cash to buy something...
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  Alfa Romeo launches two hot models
  Alfa Romeo has launched two new hot performance models – the Giulietta Quadrifoglio Verde and the Mito Quadrifoglio Verde. Both models were first seen at Geneva Motor Show this year and are...
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  Congestion Charge Increases to £11.50
  London’s Congestion Charge will increase to £11.50 on June 16. The charge, administered by Transport for London (TfL), is set to rise in an effort to combat congestion in the Capital...
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  Last chance to win an iPad Air or £100 Sainsbury's Voucher
  Fancy your chances of winning an iPad Air 32GB or £100 Sainsbury’s gift card? All you have to do is review your car – it shouldn’t take more than 10 minutes...