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Monday 12th May 2008

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the full story Published on: 10th May 2008
Safe Driving is about a mixture of techniquesA good, safe drive is about a mixture of techniques, but high on the list must be the need to use the vehicle’s brakes in a smooth and progressive way. The IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) says drivers need to develop observation and anticipation, so that they can begin braking at an early stage and a leave a decent margin for braking more heavily if the need arises.
the full story Published on: 9th May 2008
Driver Testing and Training to be overhauledNew proposals to reform the way people learn to drive and how they are tested have today been announced by Transport Secretary Ruth Kelly. Road deaths and serious injuries have fallen by 33 since the mid 1990s, but the casualty rate for young drivers has not changed.
the full story Published on: 7th May 2008
One In Five Cars Fails Its First MOTIAM Motoring Trust research acquired through the Freedom of Information Act reveals that 21.6 per cent of three-year old cars fail their first MoT test (see note 1) – a higher failure rate than in some European countries that do first roadworthiness tests after four years (the European minimum).
the full story Published on: 7th May 2008
Selling Your Used Car? You Should Clean Up!Cleaning a car before putting it up for private sale can add up to £600 to its value, according to the used car experts behind Glass’s Guide to Car Values. And it only takes a few hours and a relatively small amount of money to get the results which will help to achieve a healthy premium.
the full story Published on: 6th May 2008
The Motoring News continues ....
May 2008Fuel's Gold - some tips from the IAM on saving fuelIf you are increasingly concerned about petrol costs after the recent price rises, ask yourself these questions next time you are driving.
the full storyPublished on: 2nd May 2008
Used Cars Buying Tips :: three quarters of used cars inspected by the RAC have faults that would cause the car to fail an MOTA shocking three quarters of the used cars inspected by the RAC have faults that would cause the car to fail an MOT and a further one in three have potentially dangerous or illegal faults, according to the motoring organisation.
the full storyPublished on: 2nd May 2008
Over 1 Million Cars Are Still Being Illegally Scrapped Every YearMore than a million scrap cars a year could be reaching landfill complete with harmful oils, tyres and with airbags intact.
the full storyPublished on: 1st May 2008
April 2008Some Top Tips for Driving AbroadWith the summer beckoning, it’s good to think about any preparations you need to make if you are planning to drive abroad.
the full storyPublished on: 26th Apr 2008
Fuel Supply Not Under Threat Say Petrol Retailers‘Fuel availability for motorists outside Scotland will not be affected by the potential shutdown at the Grangemouth refinery.
the full storyPublished on: 24th Apr 2008
Father's Day SmartwaxHere's a bit of smart thinking for Father's Day. Instead of a pair of socks or a tie, buy your dad something from the Smartwax® range.
the full storyPublished on: 22nd Apr 2008
Used Car Buyers Urged To Defy The Credit CrunchReports of a global credit crunch might be causing some consumers to tighten their financial belts but, according to EurotaxGlass’s, now is the ideal time to buy a used car.
the full storyPublished on: 22nd Apr 2008
If you are Caught using a Mobile Phone it will cost you more than a Fine and PointsNews that a car insurance company has decided to penalise drivers with points on their licence from a hand-held mobile phone offence is an excellent development, according to road safety experts at the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists).
the full storyPublished on: 18th Apr 2008
50 Years Of Supercar Icons At British Motor ShowMore details have been revealed about the Heritage Enclosure debuting at this summer’s British International Motor Show (ExCeL London, 23 July to 3 August) - sure to be one of the event’s showpiece attractions.
the full storyPublished on: 17th Apr 2008
Oxford Based Business Man Invests £34,400 in WEL 5HA Welsh business man from Oxford has invested £34,400 to purchase the number plate WEL 5H at a DVLA Personalised Registrations auction held at the Celtic Manor Resort in Newport, South Wales.
the full storyPublished on: 17th Apr 2008
Who Makes The Best Engine In The World?BMW has a fight on its hands as it guns for a fourth consecutive International Engine of the Year title.
the full storyPublished on: 16th Apr 2008
Petrol Retailers Refute Pump Price Fears'Forecourt retailers are not responsible for the current high price of fuel, which is the result of normal seasonal demand being exacerbated by financial speculators investing in the oil market, and the Government’s refusal to cut the UK’s high fuel taxes,’ according to Ray Holloway, Director of the RMI Petrol Retailers Association (PRA).
the full storyPublished on: 16th Apr 2008
Fast Spreading Virus Makes Our Roads An Increasingly Dangerous HabitatROAD safety champion GEM Motoring Assist (GEM) says it has identified a debilitating virus that is spreading rapidly through the motoring community.
the full storyPublished on: 16th Apr 2008
End Of The Road For Vehicle ‘Clockers’HPI’s National Mileage Register exceeds 125 million records Confirming its place as the most comprehensive mileage database available in the UK, HPI’s National Mileage Register (NMR) now contains over 125 million mileage readings - providing valuable intelligence for dealers to combat the very real threat of clocking.
the full storyPublished on: 16th Apr 2008
Groundbreaking Turbocharger Speed Sensors Are Made Available For Use On All Turbocharged CarsTurbocharger Speed Sensors - already an important part used in today’s commercial vehicles - are now available for use in passenger cars.
the full storyPublished on: 14th Apr 2008
2.5 million motorists suffer backache behind the wheelFaulty suspension blamed for one-in-three cases of poor ride comfort Over 2.5 million motorists have suffered from backache behind the wheel during the past 12 months, a Kwik-Fit report1 finds.
the full storyPublished on: 10th Apr 2008