Top five reasons why Brits buy new cars

One in five people now change their car because they’re bored with their current vehicle, claims new research. The survey also revealed that finances are a big factor when it comes to deciding on a new car, with 43% switching as a result of sky high repair bills. Car leasing specialist, UK Carline, polled 1,000 …

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Extreme Jaguar breaks Nurburgring record

The awesome Jaguar XE SV Project 8 has smashed the saloon car lap record on the Nurburgring Nordschleife. Its 7min 21.2sec lap time was 11 seconds faster than the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio – the ‘fastest four-door’ until now. However, as Jaguar admits, it was “the fastest ever time by a four-door sedan in production-intent …

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Wild drag race: Formula E car vs cheetah

A 100% electric Formula E car has taken part in a head-to-head race with a cheetah to highlight the impact of climate change on a species increasingly under threat. The world’s fastest land animal and Montreal E-Prix race winner Jean-Eric Vergne lined up against each other on a landing strip in a remote part of South …

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Testing times ahead for new drivers

New research suggests that half of all young motorists use a mobile phone for navigation, rather than an in-car sat nav. This finding from a study of 2,000 motorists for Continental Tyres calls into question a key change to the new driving test. The new test, which comes into force on December 4, will now …

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Range Rover Velar review

With motor show concept looks and lashings of charisma, the Range Rover Velar is like no other SUV on the market. Plugging the gap between the Evoque and Sport, the big question is whether the Velar is just eye candy or worthy of the legendary Range Rover badge? Before we get cracking, let’s start with …

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Motorway driving: essential tips

Whether it’s safety, etiquette, fuel economy or dealing with bad habits and breakdowns, driving on a motorway is a daunting prospect for many motorists. We’ve teamed up with Simon Acker of Warranty Direct to create some top tips to help you navigate problems and stay safe on motorways. Safety, discipline and etiquette You often hear …

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Used Car of the Year – all the winners

Seat’s popular Leon hatchback has topped the What Car? Used Car of the Year Awards, fending off stiff competition from 14 other category winners to be named the best used car on UK forecourts today. Introduced in 2013, the latest version of the Leon was praised for its unbeatable combination of driving dynamics, quality, safety …

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High number of new drivers in car accidents

One in five drivers are involved in a car accident during their first year of motoring, according to a new survey. The research, conducted by GAP insurance brokers ALA, found out how many accidents and offences are caused by drivers in their first 12 months on the road. Between April 2016 and March 2017, an …

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Kia Stinger review

Think Kia, and a handsome old school grand tourer wouldn’t spring to mind, but then the new Stinger is meant to change perceptions. The production version of the Kia GT concept, shown at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor show, the Stinger is the South Korean company’s first rear-wheel drive car launched in Europe – and the …

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Winter driving pet peeves revealed

De-icing car windscreens first thing in the morning, poor visibility and people driving too fast in harsh conditions are the biggest annoyances for motorists in the winter. New research conducted by car leasing specialist, Leasing Options, also found that nearly a third (29%) of motorists said that driving in the winter left them feeling irritable. …

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London museum showcases Ferrari spectacular

A must-see exhibition has opened at the Design Museum in London to mark the 70th anniversary of Ferrari. Some £140 million worth of cars from the Prancing Horse feature in “Ferrari: Under the Skin” including a racing car driven by F1 legend Stirling Moss. Rare exhibits from private collections include original drawings, an exact replica of …

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New Kia Stinger storms airport runway

Kia has celebrated the launch of the all-new Stinger Gran Turismo with a high-speed airport stunt. Three Kia Stinger ‘GT S’ models were let loose on Cornwall Airport Newquay’s 1.7-mile runway, achieving speeds of more than 150mph. Demonstrating the power of the new rear-wheel drive Kia flagship, three pro-drivers took to the former military air …

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Sir Chris Hoy sets donut record in a Caterham

Six-time Olympic cycling gold medalist Sir Chris Hoy has broken his first record on four wheels at Donington Park. Sat inside Caterham’s most powerful model, the Seven 620R, he completed 19 consecutive donuts in 60 seconds as part of the Seven’s 60th anniversary celebrations. “Everyone knows I spend a lot of time in cars these …

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Do you judge people by their car?

More than half of Brits say they make assumptions about a person based on their car, new research claims. The survey of 1,002 adults carried out by car leasing company Vantage-leasing.com also revealed that the type of car you drive may even affect your love life. One in three said they would turn down a …

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BMW 2 Series review

The 2 Series coupe was originally launched in 2014, replacing the 1 Series equivalents, with the convertible following in early 2015. For 2017, BMW’s entry-level four-seater gets refreshed looks at the front and rear, a revised interior and specification upgrades. Click below to watch a review of the facelifted version of the BMW 2 Series …

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Drivers already worried about 2040 petrol and diesel ban

A fifth of UK motorists are already concerned about the financial impact of the Government’s plan to ban sales of new diesel and petrol cars by 2040, a new survey claims. AA Cars questioned more than 18,500 drivers and found that 21% are worried that their petrol or diesel vehicle will lose value because of …

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Men vs women – who are the best drivers?

It’s a topic that will run and run – which of the sexes are better behind the wheel? New research has revealed exactly what men and women think about each other’s driving prowess, and it seems that there’s no shortage of ego – on either side. In the survey by independent vehicle supply specialists OSV …

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Bad habits develop ‘two weeks after passing driving test’

Motorists begin driving without a seatbelt just two weeks after passing their test, according to new research by commissioned by Comparethemarket.com. Furthermore, after three weeks they are tailgating and even illegally using their phone to text when driving. The study, timed ahead of the new driving test from December 4, also found just under one …

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‘Used’ Bugatti Chiron on sale for £3.6 million

A Bugatti Chiron with just 1,000 miles on the clock is set to net its owner a seven-figure profit. The first used example for sale in the UK has soared in value to £3.6 million – an increase of £1.1 million over its list price of £2.5 million. On sale at Surrey-based supercar dealer Romans …

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