Good things do come in small packages – the Fiat 500

Fiat 500’s popularity has been illustrated once more, after this iconic city car found its way into last month’s top 10 listing of new vehicle registrations, confirming the cars continual success in both the UK and the world over.

Since Fiat 500’s introduction in the UK, it has remained a very popular choice of vehicle to lease or purchase. It is reported that private registrations grew by 14.8 % in the month of April alone!
According to SMMT – The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, this brilliant little car has continually managed to defy competition from other car models.

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Two Jaguar cars

The Mystery of the Inspector Morse Jaguar

As part of ITV’s eagerly awaited Morse prequel, Endeavour, fans get to discover how Morse’s most enduring love affair started.
It’s not a woman of course, it’s the iconic burgundy Inspector Morse Jaguar Mark 2 that he drove throughout his career.
Viewers will get to see a young Morse being brought back to Oxford as part of a hunt for a missing schoolgirl, a case which profoundly changes his life.
The origins of Morse’s trademark passions, including classic cars, will be unravelled too.
The drama was commissioned to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the first Morse episode, broadcasted in 1987. Shaun Evans has the somewhat daunting task of living up to John Thaw’s much-loved portrayal of Colin Dexter’s detective.

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TRACKER helps police recover stolen vehicle in 10 minutes

TRACKER, the UK’s leading stolen vehicle recovery (SVR) company has launched a brand new service specifically designed to help the police trace and recover stolen vehicles even more quickly. TRACKER Check gives officers direct web access to TRACKER’s own SVR information and has already led to Manchester police recovering a stolen Audi within 10 minutes…

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Saab 9-3 convertible 2011 review

The Saab convertible is now a well established model on our roads and although over the years the car has been given sleeker and added various mod cons the concept has remained the same – a soft top that can be used all year round.
It seems that most manufacturers have now gone down the hard top route, which has its pros and cons. For instance, you may find that your insurance is cheaper, but on the other hand you could find that while the roof is down you lose a little boot space, however this is not the case with the Saab 9.3…

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Toyota Avensis review and test drive

The Toyota Avensis has a lot of stiff competition in the area it is placed, with the likes of the Ford Mondeo and Audi A4 being strong favourites in this class. If you look past the out dated stigma of the Avensis being good but dull, you will find a high quality family car that should and could easily rival its competitors.

Firstly, the comfort of this vehicle is impeccable value for the cash you spend, with wind as well as tyre noise kept to a minimum. The amount of room you have is also more than adequate to accommodate 5 adults.

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New Citroen C4 Hatchback news and review

The new Citroen C4 has hit the dealer forecourts and is ready to take on the big guns, the Ford Focus and the Volkswagen Golf. Citroen have improved the C4 over it’s predecessor, the novelty fixed hub steering wheel and the big digital speedometer have gone and there is a more quality feel about the new model with good use of premium looking materials and a simple dash lay out.

Citroen do have a habit of building very comfortable cars and having driven a few like the C4, C5 and the very popular DS3 this looks set to continue, so a very safe bet when trying to get from A to B and will also offer great comfort for those long haul journeys as well.

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Bringing Sporty Back: The New Audi A7 Sportback Review

The new Audi A7 Sportback is a non-compromising mix of comfort, practicality and styling, all very important features when most people are looking at buying a new car.This model offers 3 engine grades: the 2.8 litre 201 bhp, a 3.0 296 bhp petrol and a 3.0 TDi that is available as a 201 bhp 2 wheel drive or a 241 bhp Quattro. All derivatives offer fantastic fuel economy for their performance…

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No wonder this car got so many awards, read my 2011 Citreon DS3 test drive and review

I recently had the pleasure of having the Citroen DS3 1.6HDI 90hp D Style for the weekend and I have to say that I was not disappointed. The vehicle was not only refined and spacious, but it also gave the feeling of being on a go kart track with its quick of the mark engine, sports seats and its responsive steering…

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2013 Renault Trafic Van review and test drive

It’s striking looks make this van stand out from the crowd. The Renault’s Trafic, however, is not just a pretty face. Available in a range of styles, engine sizes, wheelbases and heights, the Trafic is a real work-horse that will suit any type of business you run and whatever cargo you need to transport. Renault was also named as Europe’s Top Light Light Commercial Vehicle (or LCV to those up on the lingo) manufacturer for 2013 so the Renault Trafic says a lot.

From refrigerated to basic panel formats, the 2013 Renault Trafic has a van for you.
The interior of the New Trafic has been completely reworked, with a new dashboard, high-quality upholstery – in fact an improved interior finish all over. It’s actually remarkably car like in here, which is quite nice and refreshing for a commercial vehicle which you may be spending a lot of time in…

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VW Golf 1.6 Tdi Match Test Drive and Car Review

The Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Tdi Match is a compact car/ small family car. The VW Golf is front-wheel drive and has been Volkswagen’s most successful venture since the Beetle. The VW Golf has been produced in many styles; three and five-door hatchback, station wagon, convertible, and sedan form.

VW Golf Test Drive and Car Review
This is one of the ‘greener’ options in the Golf range, with near-70mpg economy and CO2 emissions of less than 110g/km if you go with the Blue motion option, although you do still achieve a good MPG on the non Blue motion version boasting and average 62.8 mpg and CO2 emissions of 119.
The VW Golf Match trim is the optimum spec, with alloys, and a smarter interior comprising of…

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The New 2010 Mercedes CLC Coupe Review

The CLC is the cheapest 2010 Coupe Mercedes offers – it gives access to a sporty luxury car. This Mercedes offers sporty styling, good handling and equipment levels. What more could you want?
2010 Mercedes CLC Coupe

The Mercedes CLC is enjoyable to drive and handles very well, and on the motorway you hear little road or engine noise.This is because a great lot of engineering has gone into sound reduction in the cabin, and you can really tell when you’re bombing down a motorway.
The cabin is comfortable for front passengers, with excellent legroom. Most adults will find the back cramped as you would in most Coupe vehicles but children will be fine…

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Motorway lights are being turned off

The move, which will leave stretches of road put into darkness between midnight and 5am, will also fight the UK’s carbon footprint.

That’s fine government- it’s not as though anyone drives after midnight and needs motorway lights to see or anything is it?! Thanks for looking out for the common driver.
Critics warned about road safety, proposals to switch off motorway lights at low usage times was one of the 1st policies after the new government called for the public to put forward ideas for the new Government.
The idea was described by the Department for Transport as one of the “constructive ideas” which it welcomed from voters.
The initiative coincides with the largest public spending squeeze in a generation, with the Department for Transport, receiving Whitehall’s largest cuts.
Trials are already being carried out in Southern and South West England with lights being switched off on sections of the M2, M4, M5 and M27.
Now the Department for Transport and Highways Agency are looking to extend the programme…

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