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Saic Motor launches tenth Design Competition
Long-time readers of the magazine will know that we have followed the annual design competition staged by SAIC
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Delays in driving licence renewals affecting over 800,000 drivers
More than 800,000 drivers are still waiting for their posted driving licence applications to be processed, following long delays at the DVLA.
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MG Centenary debate settled?
The age-old debate on when exactly MG was founded looks set to have been settled, with five of the major MG clubs agreeing to celebrate the centenary of the brand at a special event in May next year
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Metal numberplates in UK
​If you’re tired of deteriorating Perspex numberplates, Danz Benz has the solution: pressed metal items compliant with the latest standard, BS AU 145e
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2023 Brabus 900 W213
The latest fettled W213 E-Class from Brabus has arrived – the 900.
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Mercedes-Benz AMG ‘43’ models
​New Mercedes-Benz SL-Class R232 and Mercedes-Benz C-Class C206 models revealed with high-tech four-cylinder firepower
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Fishing-trip 1965 Citroën 2CV Sahara stuns
​Low-mileage twin-engined rarity emerges from slumber – and sells for £128,000
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Reworked Volkswagen ID Life targets young buyers as entry-level EV
​Volkswagen will launch the ID 4 saloon as a slick technological showpiece aimed at stealing sales from the most popular electric cars on the market
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2026 Volkswagen ID 4 Saloon Liftback to take on Model 3
​Project Trinity targets Tesla as VW expands EV line-up. All-new liftback saloon to take ID 4 name; on sale in 2026 as Model 3 rival
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How it works - green electricity
​As we've pointed out previously, the benefits of electric power for transport hinges significantly on how green the electricity is when vehicles are charged
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Is electric car the automatic choice?
​The sums involved in working out the costs of electric car ownership have always been very simple. Compared with a petrol or a diesel car, traditionally you pay a lot more up front to buy an electric car in the first place
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Public responses in following A66 Northern Trans-Pennine project consultation
National Highways has published its consultation report, following the feedback from more than 1,200 people on the £1 billion A66 Northern Trans-Pennine project
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Third A19 upgrade opens to boost NorthEast
​National Highways has confirmed its preferred route for a new £51.6 million upgrade to the A19 has now opened to traffic
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Spillage trials aim to re-open roads more quickly
​During a major road incident where police forensic work is required, National Highways teams are often restricted from treating spillages such as oil or diesel, that can damage the road surface in as little as 90 minutes.
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It’s official: an EV may save you dosh, but it’s no steal
​If you’ve crossed over to the spark side, congratulations! You’ve ditched combustion and now are free to pursue a motoring life unshackled from the angst of fuel queues
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Law changes on the use of mobile phones
​On 25 March 2022, the law became stricter on people using their mobile phones while driving in England, Wales and Scotland, to keep up with advances in technology
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What are the main in-car features that drain the battery pack of an electric car more quickly?
​Energy is precious, and during an electric vehicle’s (EV) development, engineers fight to ensure as many amp hours as possible reach the tarmac to boost the car’s driving range.
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Peugeot offers 3D Printed Accessories
​Peugeot is breathing new life into its car accessories range, thanks to 3D printing technology. Now available in the Peugeot Lifestyle online store, the range kicks off for the 308 with add-ons include a sunglasses holder, phone, card and drinks holder.
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