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Brake has spoken out in support of Highways Agency proposals to roll out speed cameras on stretches of ‘smart’ motorways, to target drivers exceeding the 70mph limit. Julie Townsend, deputy chief executive, Brake, the road safety charity, said: “Speed cameras are an extremely well evidenced, cost-effective way to improve safety and reduce deaths and injuries […]
After the huge success of last year’s biggest ever Regent Street Motor Show, the date for the 2014 automotive extravaganza in Central London has been announced as Saturday 1 November. Once again the world famous West End shopping street will be closed to traffic for what’s firmly established as the UK’s largest free-to-view motor show. […]
Vauxhall isn’t giving too much away as yet about this concept – the Vauxhall Astra VXR EXTREME – but if looks are anything to go by it should be extremely quick! The standard car already produces 280PS and 400Nm of torque but this concept is destined for a low volume production run and should beat […]
This is one of the biggest surveys in Britain regarding car ownership. Have your say in the Auto Express Driver Power Survey 2014 to influence car manufacturers and help people make the right choice when buying their next car. You’ll get to rate your car and see what comes out as the best car in […]
Talk about taking it to the competition! Placing a car squarely against the might of the new BMW M4 may not be a competition that many could win, but Lexus has a new weapon – the RC F. This is the most powerful V8 engine Lexus have ever produced and it delivers on that promise […]
For true petrolheads, the Subaru WRX STI is a powerhouse. Representing an icon of rallying before the cars became smaller and more efficient, the blue car and gold alloys became emblematic of those who wanted a serious point to point weapon for the road. However, in a world of lower emissions and less focus on […]
After the worst winter storms to hit Britain for two decades, drivers are being reminded about the need for more regular tyre checks. With its potential to cause aquaplaning, standing water remains a major hazard in many parts of the UK, while damaged road surfaces also presents a different tyre related challenge. However, by taking […]
The Porsche Macan was recently shown off in Harrods window, in line with the prestige nature of the car and the brand. But, more importantly, what do you make of it as a car fan? Is it a step too far for luxury/prestige SUVs or is it about time the Cayenne was shrunk into something, […]
The latest bill for vehicle repairs to steering, suspension and wheels due to pothole damage is £1.2 billion. This equates to a rise of 16% in only twelve months! Dangerous potholes reported to hard-up councils have increased by 18% over the past 12 months according to motoring and cycling websites monitoring this issue and estimates […]
In April 2014, David Brown Automotive is set to introduce a new car to the market. David has sought out key industry talent to create the new car. An experienced design team is led by Alan Mobberley, who was Chief Designer at Land Rover for 19 years, until 2005, while automotive engineering experts, Envisage Group, […]