Drivers give average speed cameras thumbs up

Eight in 10 motorists believe average speed cameras are more effective and play a greater role in road safety than fixed cameras, new research has found. Of the 2,172 motorists surveyed by the RAC, 79% though average speed cameras, as commonly used in to monitor the speed of vehicles in stretches of motorway roadworks, are …

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Jaguar Land Rover donates two F-Types to military charity

JLR has strengthened its commitment to the armed forces with the donation of two F-Type sports cars to Mission Motorsport. The cars will be used by the charity to support the recovery and rehabilitation of ex service personnel affected by their time in the military. The donation, championed by the armed forces team at the …

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‘Bullitt’ Ford Mustang gears up for Goodwood

The iconic 1968 Ford Mustang GT driven by Steve McQueen in the classic film ‘Bullitt’ – and lost to history until the beginning of this year – will make its first appearance outside of the US at the 2018 Goodwood Festival of Speed (July 12-15). The car, which starred in the Warner Bros movie’s legendary …

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The speed that bad habits develop in new drivers

It takes motorists just 10 weeks to become a ‘bad driver’ after passing their test, claims new research. A study of 2,000 car owners found the average new road user lets bad habits creep in less than three months after ripping the L-plates off. And one in 10 even admitted they began to forget what …

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We’re a nation of backseat drivers

Arguments over speeding are the biggest cause of in-car bickering between couples, according to new research. The poll for online motor retail specialist BuyaCar.co.uk found that complaints about speeding were followed by braking too late and too hard, and taking unnecessary risks. Other frequent causes of irritation for passengers are driving too cautiously or slowly, …

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Most drivers don’t know mobile phone penalties

Almost two-thirds of drivers are unaware of the punishment for using mobile phones at the wheel, more than 12 months after the introduction of tougher laws, claims a new poll. The RAC found only 36% of the 2,000 UK motorists surveyed knew offenders face six penalty points and a £200 fine. A quarter (26%) were …

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Top features motorists want in a car

New research has revealed that most in-demand options motorists would like in their next car. Air conditioning, parking sensors, electric windows and sat nav are among the Top 20 favourites in the list, according to the study by Hyundai. Air conditioning Parking sensors Electric windows Sat nav Spacious boot Digital radio Demisting mirrors Automatic braking …

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Five tips to help you endure long car journeys

Whether you’re off to your favourite festival or on a family holiday this summer, it’s likely you’ll be enduring a long car journey. To save your sanity, Martin Cariven of car finance specialist Moneybarn has put together his five top tips to prepare you for the hours on the road. 1) Before you set off …

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Rise of the dashcam drivers

One in five motorists are now relying on dashcam technology to protect themselves and to monitor other road users, it has emerged. A survey conducted by webuyanycar.com found that more than 60% cent have recorded a road traffic accident, dangerous driving, a car related crime or anti-social behaviour from pedestrians. It may even be that …

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All-new 2019 Suzuki Jimny breaks cover

The first official pictures of the much-anticipated fourth-generation Suzuki Jimny have been revealed. The Jimny has become a legend in its own lifetime – loved by customers around the world since the birth of its first model in 1970. As of March 2018, a remarkable 2.85 million Jimny mini 4x4s have found homes globally. The …

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Your chance to be a movie stunt driver

Ever dreamed of being a movie stunt driver? Ford’s Go Faster event is back and it could be your big chance… From June 29 to July 8 lucky shoppers at intu Trafford Centre in Manchester will be able to act and perform stunt driving – and then see their newly-found skills immortalised forever on film. …

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New Skoda Kodiaq vRS is a record-breaker

The upcoming Skoda Kodiaq vRS has set a new lap record for the fastest seven-seat SUV around the Nurburgring. Top Gear presenter and ‘Ring specialist, Sabine Schmitz, hustled the 236bhp 2.0-litre, twin-turbocharged diesel engined car around the track in just 9 minutes 29.84 seconds. With adaptive Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) including Driving Mode Select and …

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True total cost of motoring revealed

The average UK motorist is spending £162 per month on running their car, or almost £2,000 per year, before they even take into account the cost of the vehicle itself, reveals new research from Kwik Fit. While many drivers buying a new or used car do so on finance and focus on the monthly repayments, …

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Best used electric cars for under £10,000

Electric vehicles (EVs) are more popular than ever with May seeing an 18.7% increase in the number of new pure electric vehicles registered, according to the SMMT. For motorists looking for a used electric vehicle, vehicle valuation experts at HPI have selected five of the best EVs to buy for under £10,000. “Drivers are becoming …

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Hyundai signs as Chelsea FC’s Global Automotive Partner

Hyundai Motor has announced a multi-year partnership with Premiership giant Chelsea Football Club. The deal will see the Hyundai logo presented on the sleeve of the new Blues jersey in all domestic competitions from next season until 2022, as the Global Automotive Partner. It’s the first time that Hyundai has ventured into the UK football …

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Porsche celebrates 70 years with special exhibition

Porsche’s anniversary year has moved up a gear with the opening ceremony of the “70 years of the Porsche sports car” exhibition in Stuttgart, Germany. On June 8, 1948, the first vehicle to bear the Porsche name was registered. It was the iconic Porsche 356 “No 1” Roadster. Since then, the company had produced much …

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Mazda CX-5 SUV is the top dog

One of our favourite SUVs, the Mazda CX-5, has been crowned overall winner of the What Car? Best Car for Dogs Award. What Car? chose a shortlist of six cars from different price-points, using a list of dog-friendly criteria created with the help of Battersea Dogs & Cats Home. The dog-friendly elements included the size …

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Andy Murray goes electric with Jaguar

British tennis ace Andy Murray has taken delivery of the all-new, all-electric Jaguar I-Pace. The Wimbledon winner fulfilled the promise he made during WWF’s World Earth Hour to ‘go electric’ and become one of the first Jaguar I-PACE customers on World Environment Day. Panasonic Jaguar Racing driver and fellow WWF ambassador, Nelson Piquet Jr, visited …

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Top 10 most reliable popular hatchbacks

The evergreen Volkswagen Polo is crowned the most reliable of the bestselling hatchbacks. Despite being the sixth most popular hatch of 2017, it was No 1 for dependability, spending just 1.46 hours off the road for repairs, which cost an average of just £184. The data comes from car warranty provider, Warranty Direct, which matched …

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Own a Bugatti Chiron for just £329.99

Have you stopped dreaming about buying a Bugatti Chiron because you think it’s way out of your league? Well, think again. The new LEGO Technic Bugatti Chiron has been unveiled, and though it’s not quite the real thing, this 1:8 scale supercar is available for just £329.99. The model brings together the iconic design heritage …

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