Monthly Archives: May 2009
Wayne Rooney’s amazing car history
As a Liverpool fan it’s pretty hard to say this, but Wayne Rooney has done pretty well for himself. He’s winning everything with Manchester United, is happily married to Coleen and has 70,000 people cheer him on every week at … Continue reading
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Brad Pitt is not Steve McQueen
Brad Pitt is reportedly set to play the legendary Steve McQueen in a biopic of the world’s coolest petrolhead. But while one of Hollywood’s biggest stars shares some qualities with the late Bullitt star, I can’t help but think he’s … Continue reading
Filed under Aston Martin, Dodge, Ford
Volkswagen Polo: Rate it on the Auto Trader Cool-o-meter
We’ve just driven the new Volkswagen Polo for this first time. It leaves little to be desired as a functional family run-around. But does it have that little extra something to make it cool? Find more about Volkswagen Cars Used … Continue reading
Filed under Polo, Volkswagon
New Vauxhall Astra: what do you think?
Vauxhall released the first official pictures of the new Astra today, pushing the latest used vauxhall astra into the past. And the Insignia-inspired design certainly gives the Astra a more mature look.
Would you have a speed limiter on your car?
You’ve probably seen vans and other vehicles driving around with stickers on them declaring: “This vehicle is electronically limited to a maximum of 70mph”. That technology is about to be taken a step further. The Department for Transport is testing … Continue reading
Filed under Speed Cameras, Topics
Car jargon busted
We’ve just produced the Auto Trader A-Z of motoring: a list of car terms, common phrases and motoring acronyms. Is there any confusing car jargon we’ve missed? Let us know what we should add to our dictionary of car terms.
Filed under Advice, Auto Trader, car, Cars, Driving, Driving tips, Random stuff, Topics
Would you advertise on your car?
A new scheme is available for motorists looking to earn a little extra by allowing companies to advertise on their cars. For example, you can earn up to £240 per year by renting out advertising space on your side panels, … Continue reading
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