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Christmas-laden cars can take longer to stop
Motorists travelling in fully laden cars this Christmas are being warned about the dangers of stopping distances.
AXA launches car insurance claims app
As just a third of drivers admit to knowing what to do should they be involved in an accident, AXA Insurance, one of the UK's largest insurers, has this week launched a motor insurance claims iPhone app to help.
Historic Rally Car Register Open Day
The Heritage Motor Centre, home to the world's largest collection of British cars, is to host a special Historic Rally Car Register Open Day on Saturday 16 January from 9:30am – 4:30pm.
Free winter car check
As the evenings draw in and the winter temperature begins to drop, good car maintenance becomes even more crucial to ensure safe motoring.
Cleaner, lighter and safer bodyshells for racing
A unique chemical immersion process that easily removes all paint, grease, oil, underseal, adhesives and sound deadening material offers motorsport preparation companies a simpler and safer method for stripping and cleaning bodyshells.
Volkswagen prepared for start of Dakar 2010
Shortly after the festive period, attention will turn to the South American continent once again, where Volkswagen Motorsport hopes to continue the successes seen during this year when Volkswagen claimed the first diesel-powered victory in the first Dakar Rally to be held outside Africa.
iPhone app helps drivers locate a mechanic
A new ATA iPhone app which helps drivers locate a skilled and fully-qualified technician has now been launched.
200th scrappage sale signals now is the time to buy
Ian Goulden is the 200th taxi driver to take advantage of the Government’s scrappage scheme at leading taxi dealership Mann & Overton London.
Tyre kerbing another snow danger
In addition to loosing control of a vehicle in the current snow and icy conditions, motorists are being warned by Protyre – the UK independent tyre dealer network - that sliding out of control, even at low speeds, into a kerb can damage a tyre and lead to premature wear or even tyre failure.
Driving advice for wintery weather
With winter conditions causing chaos on the roads, Mondial Assistance in the UK, provider of roadside assistance services, has released important advice to drivers having to travel in the treacherous conditions.
Debut list continues to grow for 2010 NAIAS
To date, an estimated 40 new car unveilings, and counting, have been committed to the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) at Cobo Center.
Calls for government to get a grip as icy roads cause chaos
This week’s chaos on the roads must be avoided in future, according to automotive warranty specialist, Warranty Direct.
Buying online saves car buyers £10 million
Car buyers have saved almost £10 million in 2009 by shopping at Autoquake.com, UK online used car retailer.
Elektromotive wins ‘Green Innovation’ Award
Leading provider of recharging solutions for electric vehicles, Elektromotive has been selected to win the prestigious ‘Green Innovation’ award.
How to drive safely in the snow
It is looking more and more likely that some of us will be having a white Christmas. If you’re Father Christmas travelling everywhere by sleigh, it’s not too much of a problem, however it’s much tougher for those of us who are braving the roads on four wheels.