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30th October 2008

• Form book in Hamilton’s favour
  

  Lewis Hamilton could become formula one world champion for the first time if he scores the necessary points at the Brazilian Grand Prix. Mercedes-Benz Motorsport vice president Norbert Haug has stated that Hamilton has scored 17 points more than...more

23rd October 2008

• Auto Windscreens commended in prestigious Manufacturer Awards
  

  Auto Windscreens' factory has been commended in the prestigious Manufacturer Awards 2008 held on 15th October at Excel in London. The commendation was received in the World Class Manufacturing Award category.The commendation for Auto Windscreens' windscreen manufacturing operation has been recognised as a fantastic achievement by the business. The company was...more

20th October 2008

• Frugal Ford vans take top cv places in mpg marathon
  

  Ford Transits were the first and second placed vans in this year's MPG Marathon. They were awarded best-in-class for fuel consumption with the lowest cost per mile. Fords Transit triumphs, the 2.2-litre Ford Transit TDCi short and medium wheelbase vans were the most payload-efficient commercial vehicles in the competition. Ford topped their class....more

15th October 2008

• Five Upgraded Mazda BT-50 Models For UK
  The Upgraded Mazda BT-50 range is now on sale from £10,495 (CV OTR)
  There is a new model a 3-litre turbo diesel and 5-speed automatic 'Intrepid' range-topper for UK only.
  With Black leather interior trim and rear privacy...more

14th October 2008

• Mazda2 Achieves 84MPG In Fuel Economy Challenge
  A Mazda2 completed more than 410 miles on the gruelling ALD Automotive/TOTAL Excellium Fleet World MPG Marathon 200. The Mazda2 diesel entered by Mazda Motors UK secured a splendid second-place finish, recording an exceptional 84.58mpg....more

9th October 2008

• Colour judgement - Will the Colour of Your Car Deter Prospective Buyers, asks HPI?
  Following fashion could cost car owners dearly, warns HPI's valuations experts. When choosing a vehicle, the fashion conscience driver could be tempted by the latest ‘in vogue' exterior bodywork shades, this could...more

2nd October 2008

• Rising fuel prices and cost of depreciation speed up cost of motoring
  UK motorists are paying on average 19% more to keep their cars on the road than in 2007. The total average cost for owning and running a car now is £6,133, according...more
• Fuel poverty highest ever in England under Labour
  Government figures estimate, the number of fuel poor households in England is now higher than at any time recorded since Labour came to power. Friends of the Earth and...more