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BMW bundling extras together

BMW has devised a clever way of making its cars even more desirable. Read

Bravo's big on economy

FIAT has introduced a new version of its Bravo compact car which it says will save its owners money. Read

Dealing with a skid should be part of the driving test

HAVE just retuned home from a three-day trip to Lapland. Much to my children's dismay, and disappointment, it was not to see Father Christmas, although I saw plenty of his reindeers taking a well-earned break. Read

Family hatchback's new sexy makeover

AFTER being around for some six years we have all got used to the chunky shape of Peugeot's 307 family hatchback. Read

'Quirky' newcomer makes dealers think

DAIHATSU dealers face a dilemma promoting a distinctive new addition to their range. Read

Safety film on towing

TO raise awareness of the safety risks involved when towing a caravan or trailer and the importance of ensuring you are towing safely, the Highways Agency has launched its new safety DVD, Fit to Tow, presented by Carol Smillie. Read

Summer extras

CITROEN is introducing a new range of Cachet versions of its C2, C3 and C4 models offering some extras designed to freshen them up for summer. Read

Supercar prices are released

DELIVERIES won't start for another year, but Nissan has already released prices and specifications for its new GT-R supercar and says that pre-orders will be accepted from April 2 - as long as they're accompanied by a £3,500 deposit. Read

The lap of luxury

AS the temperature outside dropped below freezing I switched on the heated steering wheel and turned up the temperature on my heated leather seat. Read

Tyres that can seal a puncture

THE new Passat CC four-door, first seen at the Detroit Motor Show, leaves the plant equipped with self-sealing Continental tyres. Read

Audi TTS get diesel power

AUDI has become the latest car company to slot a diesel engine beneath the bonnet of one of its sleek coupe and roadster models. Read

Cherokee moves up a gear for luxury market

JEEP has moved its Grand Cherokee further upmarket to meet demands for increasingly expensive and more luxurious large 4x4s. Read

C'mon, join Corsa craze

VAUXHALL'S c'mon puppets have done a great job in drawing attention to the new Corsa - but thanks to superb design work it's a car that almost sells itself. Read

It's gripping stuff

WHEN winter weather affects our travelling the thoughts of many motorists turn to four-wheel-drive vehicles. Read

Leaseplan sign up to roadsafe

LEASEPLAN, which is the world's largest vehicle management and leasing provider has become the latest leasing company to sign up as a business champion of the Governmentbacked Driving for Better Business programme managed by RoadSafe. Read