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Editorial

Ever Been Pulled Over?

March 8, 2010

In the words of James May, have you ever been pulled over by the ‘rozzers’? This isn’t a full article, but more of a straw poll so that we can compare and contrast. For my money, the last dealing was with my ‘off’ when on my motorbike. One of them was fine [...]

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Formula One Stars Help Promote BEN

March 5, 2010

BEN, the automotive and related industries charity, is being promoted by the brightest stars of motorsport in a new video.
Superstars such as Lewis Hamilton, Ross Brawn and Mika Hakkinen all appear in the short film which aims to raise awareness of the wide range of care and support provided by BEN. The film was kindly [...]

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The New Alfa Giulietta

March 3, 2010
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Here’s the official information from Alfa Romeo regarding the new Alfa Giulietta, which will be shown at the Geneva Motor Show 2010:
Designed by the Alfa Romeo Style Centre, new Giulietta is a five-door hatchback, with strong Alfa Romeo design cues, equipped with impressive dynamic capability for the most demanding routes, while providing comfort on everyday [...]

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Shock News – Prime Minister Admits Importance Of Motorcycling In The UK

March 1, 2010

The House of Commons heard Gordon Brown announce on 25th February: “It is important that we have a strong motorcycling industry in this country.”
During Prime Minister’s Questions Mr Brown was quizzed by the Conservative MP for St Albans, Anne Main. She asked him specifically about the issue of motorcycle testing, which has been fundamentally changed [...]

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Be Courteous On The Road

February 25, 2010

There are articles in the print and online press regarding bullying allegations made. I do hope that none of you suffer any bullying on the road – though it’s probably inevitable as we see a decline in manners, road rage and more cars on the road generally.
David Williams MBE, Chief Executive of GEM (formerly [...]

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Vauxhall’s Swappage Scheme Includes Three New Models

February 15, 2010
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The ‘Swappage Programme‘ ran by Vauxhall – which includes their most popular models – has had an overhaul to now include three new models, the Insignia, Meriva and Zafira.
Vauxhall’s Swappage offer allows buyers to use any seven-year-old UK-registered car with insurance, road tax and MOT – no matter what its value or condition [...]

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The Subaru And Cosworth Collaboration

February 13, 2010
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Now this is a project that’s worth talking about! It’s not that often that two of the biggest names in motorsport (and indeed performance motoring) come together, so when they do we should certainly sit up and take notice. Subaru UK and Cosworth have enhanced the performance, handling and styling of the acclaimed [...]

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Valentine’s Day And Classic Car/Bike Owners

February 11, 2010

A recent survey (conducted entirely at the 2009 NEC Classic Motor Show, by Footman James) has shown that almost half of classic car owners would rather spend time with their beloved set of classic wheels than the other half. Does James May come to mind there? Joking aside, for some this is a [...]

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Nissan 370Z Black Edition

February 10, 2010

It’s forty years since the first Z car and so in celebration Nissan is launching a very special 370Z – the Black Edition. The 370Z Black Edition marks the 40th anniversary in style. Available from April as a coupé only, and in a limited edition run of just 370 units in Europe, it comes [...]

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Winter Weather Conditions Drive Buyers Into Land Rover Showrooms

February 7, 2010
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It seems that poor weather has been sending people into 4×4 showrooms and specifically those of Land Rover. Subsequently, sales have gone up. For January 2010 sales levels were up 58% versus January 2009 nearly doubling the industry average – with Discovery up 92%, Range Rover Sport up 66%, Freelander up 57% and [...]

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