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Men lost for longer

The average male motorist drives an extra 276 miles every year as a result of being lost - the equivalent to a journey from London to Newcastle - compared to women's 256 miles, according to new research.

Women swap their lipstick for a dipstick

Sisters are doing it for themselves when it comes to driving and looking after their cars. New research of 2,500 female motorists reveals many women are capable of changing oil, jump starting cars and changing wheels.

Innovative piston ring improves fuel economy and emissions

Federal-Mogul Corporation (NASDAQ: FDML) have announced the availability of its proven, innovative two-piece oil ring design for direct-injection gasoline engines, previously developed for high-demanding diesel applications.

Brits abroad breaking driving laws

Almost 6.5 million British adults (14%) are planning to take their cars abroad over the next 12 months, according to new research from Sainsbury's Car Insurance. However, millions of these drivers will, sometimes unwittingly, break the law by engaging in driving acts that are illegal in some foreign countries.

World’s fastest saloon car on Michelin tyres

A BMW M5-based G-Power Hurricane RR has just set the world speed record for the fastest saloon car, at 232.5mph (372.1km/h), fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport tyres.

Santander to give new car insurance customers TomTom sat navs

Santander Insurance UK has announced that it shall be giving away the choice of either a TomTom Start sat nav worth £99 or £50 cash back to anyone who takes out a new Santander car insurance policy before the end of the year over the telephone.

Nowhere left for car thieves to hide

Combating vehicle theft is an ongoing challenge and keeping one step ahead is vital in the war against car crime. In response, TRACKER, the UK leader in stolen vehicle recovery, has launched TRACKER Locate, a ground breaking system immune to GPS/GSM ‘jamming’ and the ultimate defence against vehicle theft.

Ipswich lady realises sportscar dream by winning TVR

Ipswich resident, Stacey Biltcliffe, always vowed she’d own a classic British sportscar by the age of 50.

Don’t put yourself under pressure on holiday

Record numbers of UK holiday-makers choosing to stay in Britain could be putting their lives at risk with heavily-laden vehicles and underinflated tyres, warns Cooper Tire Europe.

Armor All offers clear advice for holiday motorists

Think you’ve packed everything for your European summer motoring marathon?… Think again! While most holiday-makers remember the things that make a holiday memorable, car care experts Armor All suggest that too many leave home without an essential safety precaution - handy windscreen wipes.

Ditch the dirt before hitching up

As the summer holiday season gets into full swing, caravan and motorhome enthusiasts can now access dedicated advice on how to give their pride and joy a showroom shine thanks to a special online video feature.

How to spot a car clone

HPI is supporting the DVLA’s launch of the new-look V5C document and its ‘Buyer Beware’ initiative in the effort to fight car fraud.

Michelin Pilot Sport 3 top in What Car? tyre test

The Michelin Pilot Sport 3 car tyre has come out on top in a tyre test conducted by What Car? magazine.

UK motorists wash over environmental concerns

Over half (51%) of British motorists are forfeiting the environment for a gleaming set of wheels by regularly hand washing their cars , mistakenly believing this has the least impact on the environment compared to regulated car washes, according to a study released today by Total UK and supported by TheGreenCarWebsite.co.uk.

Armor All Quick Shine Wipes

As the nation’s motorists continue to stack bags and prime sat navs for the great holiday getaway, the last-minute car cleaning routine has just got a great deal easier thanks to car care gurus, Armor All.