Monthly Archives: February 2009
Is your driving licence out of date?
Many drivers don’t know their driving licence has to be renewed every ten years. Thousands of unaware motorists could face £1,000 fines if they fail to renew their photocard licenses when they expire. Have you renewed your licence?
Filed under Advice, Driving licence, DVLA
Ford Fiesta: Rate it on the Auto Trader Cool-o-meter
We love the new Ford Fiesta. It not only drives brilliantly (we’ve come to expect this from recent Fords), but it now has the looks to back up its motoring credentials. Considering it ticks so many boxes, it’s price makes … Continue reading
Filed under Ford
Honda Insight: Rate it on the Auto Trader Cool-o-meter
The Honda Insight wants to beat the wildly successful Toyota Prius at its own game. Not only does it have a hybrid powertrain, but it also wants to make us more concious drivers. Tickle the throttle and the speedometer glows … Continue reading
Filed under Honda
BMW’s Chris Bangle: goodbye or good riddance?
“Hip hip hooray!” “There is a God!” “This is the best news we have heard in a long time!” Phew. Judging by the response from some of the blogs, BMW’s Chris Bangle won’t be getting many “sorry you’re leaving” cards.
Audi A3: Rate it on the Auto Trader Cool-o-meter
The Audi A3 is arguably the most luxurious model of hatchback ever built. Its interior feels like it has been machined from igneous rock (a good thing), you can cross continents in it comfortably and it still looks good. But … Continue reading
Filed under A3, Audi, Uncategorized
Aston Martin V12 Vantage – Rate it on the Auto Trader Cool-o-meter
The muscular Aston Martin V12 Vantage broke cover today. The cooling slots on the bonnet hint at the massive power contained within – the 6.0-litre V12 engine produces 510 bhp. Aston Martins have long been celebrated as ultra-cool. But with … Continue reading
Filed under Aston Martin, V12 Vantage
Are you going to buy a new or used car in February?
A mixture of hot coupes and affordable city cars are heading our way in February – including the frugal Smart Fortwo CDi and the face-lifted Porsche Boxster S. There are plenty of great deals on new and used cars, making … Continue reading
Filed under Advice, Auto Trader, Bentley, Boxster, car, Cars, credit crunch, Downsizing, Driving, Porsche, Saving money, Smart
Cars we’re driving in February
January saw a great start to the year, with road tests of the excellent new Volkswagen Golf, fun Alfa Romeo Mito and economical Honda Insight to name but a few. Here are the models which will get our thumbs up … Continue reading
Citroen C2: Rate it on the Auto Trader Cool-o-meter
The Citroen Saxo VTR and VTS were hugely popular thanks to revvy petrol engines, tidy handling and a lightweight body. Both models are still firm favourites for hot hatch enthusiasts, tuners and ‘boy racers’ today. But has the Citroen C2 … Continue reading
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