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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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How to save money on motoring – online tips and practical tricks

December 21, 2009
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In tough economic times like these, owning a car can be a real financial burden. Yet with a little online savvy, combined with some practical knowhow, you can cut the cost of almost every aspect of motoring, from buying a vehicle to running it. If you are about to buy a new car then don’t [...]

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Petrol Prices – At The Highest Level This Year

October 27, 2009

In time honoured tradition, a number of tax/duty rises have been implemented meaning that, despite manufacturing costs dropping (due to the cost of oil being far lower than it was at the high point last year), the price that is currently being paid at the pump is now an average of 107.14p per litre. of [...]

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Getting The Best MPG

April 5, 2008

  In today’s climate, where petrol can cost almost 110p per litre (of which about 70p would go to the government), it is important to consider fuel economy.  I’m not talking about the environment; I really see that as a separate issue.  I’m purely considering your wallet here, and how to be less of a [...]

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