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This is one of those rare occasions where the picture says just about everything instead of the actual words in the article. Volvo’s new 2014 XC90 is coming soon and the Swedish marque have started off the promotion by demonstrating the interior quality of the vehicle. This isn’t unusual in this segment (Range Rovers, Audi […]
In what some may see as an unlikely vehicle for Bentley, their SUV creation is well on the way now. It is being described as the world’s most powerful and luxurious SUV – make of that what you will! A new film just released by Bentley – offering a rare glimpse of the company’s design […]
Brake, the road safety charity, has renewed calls for tougher charges and penalties for drivers who kill and injure following the publication of government criminal justice figures for 2013. The figures show the large proportion of drivers who kill and seriously injure being let off with relatively low penalties, reinforcing the importance of a forthcoming review of […]
Now, most people are familiar with the old adage that most engine wear occurs during the first ten minutes. Well, it’s true. One of the biggest reasons though is lack of proper engine warm up. If you go to motor racing events you’ll see how they warm the engine up there – turning the ignition […]
Some motoring events in the calendar simply should not be missed and if you’re available then Car Articles highly recommends the Silverstone Classic, dated 25-27 July for 2014. It is set to be absolutely fantastic, with stunning parades, remarkable races, exceptional air displays plus a host of other astounding attractions for all the family. Billed […]
HPI stepped forward when Trading Standards needed additional evidence to help convict a used car clocker, in a recent Crown Court case. HPI’s valuations service was used to show the resale value of the clocked vehicles at the lower and higher mileage figures. The defendant, Zahirul Islam, 30, from London (formerly Northampton) pleaded guilty and […]
If you’re in the market for something that is roughly VW Golf sized but you don’t want a Golf (or Focus, or Megane, or anything else in the traditional C-segment as it’s called) then the Nissan Pulsar might just be for you. It is a five door hatchback with fresh styling and it looks sort […]
Under the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 you’re supposed to be informed of any issues that may affect your decision when it comes to signing on the dotted line. An Auto Express article demonstrates however that some dealers are not always as forthcoming as used car buyers would like when it comes to […]
Just what should this new colour scheme for the Lexus RC F be called? That’s the question and you could be in with the chance to make that decision! Lexus UK Facebook fans are invited to put forward their suggestions – clean, concise and legal – with the name considered best being adopted as official […]
One of my favourite cars of all time is the Jaguar XK140. Originally made way back in 1954-1957, it was a quintessentially British sports car that improved in a number of ways on the iconic 120. It had the performance to match the looks too, with a 0-60 time of around 9 seconds and a […]