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The vast majority of motorists object to proposals that would see owners of diesel vehicles being charged extra for driving into major towns and cities in the UK according to a new survey by Motorpoint. An online poll by the UK’s leading car supermarket found 75.4% of people quizzed wouldn’t be prepared to pay more […]
In line with other manufacturers, Suzuki is continuing to improve the product range by offering a new 1.2 litre petrol unit. The engine will be Dualjet technology and offer better performance and economy. It will be capable of more than 65 miles per gallon and produce less than emissions of 99 g/km meaning road tax […]
The Audi TT is a massively popular car in the UK, ever since the first generation was released back in 1998. The name may stand for ‘technology and tradition’ and this is certainly true of the new car, which features beautifully sculpted lines that are an evolution of the previous mark. The technology comes in […]
This concept sketch shows a new design direction for the Hyundai i20 next generation car. It demonstrates a really attractive 3 door coupe body style that will grow the model range beyond the recently revealed five-door version. The new model promises to combine driving fun, a distinctive character and sporty refinement, with the enhanced practicality […]
Leading road safety charity the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) has issued a warning to drivers to stay on their guard on their daily commute, as distracted youngsters make their way home from school at the start of the autumn term. Many schools in England return from the summer break this week, and as is […]
The Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class reached Euro NCAP’s maximum award of five stars. The Renault Twingo received four stars and Nissan’s new electric e-NV200 Evalia achieved three stars. The Citroën Berlingo obtained three stars and has exactly the same platform, interior fittings and levels of safety equipment as the new Peugeot Partner. The three star rating therefore applies to both vehicles. PSA Peugeot Citroën have demonstrated that the Peugeot 108 and the Citroën […]
Ford is recruiting 250 new employees as production operators for a new diesel engine production line being installed in the Ford Dagenham Engine Plant. This next-generation, low-CO2, 2.0-litre diesel engine family represents an investment of over £380 million, including support from the UK Government’s Regional Growth Fund. The engine has been designed and developed at […]
On the evening of the 8th September 2014, Jaguar will hold two special events in London to mark the unveiling of the new Jaguar XE, a true driver’s car; one that redefines the concept of the mid-size sports saloon. EVENT 1 – EARLS COURT – World Premiere of the Jaguar XE Jaguar will reveal the […]
Ford Driving Skills for Life is targeted at inexperienced drivers who have recently passed their driving test, highlighting some of the dangers they are exposed to as new drivers and how they can be minimised. This includes using a mobile phone at the wheel, managing emergencies and night and wet-weather driving. Now in its second […]
The new Ford Mondeo is finally due to be coming soon. Hatchback or saloon (on the hybrids), it’s a big old car. In this video, What Car gives five reasons to look forward to what is bound to be a massive seller. Our highlight? The airbag seatbelts. For our money, you can never have more […]